Mr. Allcorn Williams

MR. ALLCORN WILLIAMS, JR. was born on October 12, 1928, in Lake Providence, Louisiana, to the late Clementine and Allcorn Williams, Sr. In 1943, his family moved to St. Louis, Missouri, where he left school early to help support his loved ones. Throughout his life, he worked hard and took pride in providing for his family, holding many jobs, most notably as a millwright at Century Electric and as a taxicab driver. On September 1, 1951, Allcorn united in holy matrimony with Jerlean Wells. Together, they were blessed with four daughters. His beloved wife Jerlean and daughter Cassandra Liverpool preceded him in death. Allcorn and his family became devoted members of Greater Mount Carmel Missionary Baptist Church, serving faithfully under the leadership of the late Earl E. Nance, Sr., and later under Earl E. Nance, Jr. He was a proud member of the Men’s Choir until his health declined in 2022. Even then, his faith never wavered, and he continued to worship through Greater Mount Carmel’s online services until the Lord called him home. Allcorn Williams was known for his genuine kindness, humbleness, and gift for seeing the good in everyone. He had a rare spirit that was gentle yet strong, and his presence made everyone around him feel loved and valued. To many, he was known by names like Honey, Uncle Honey, Cone, Uncle Cone, Willie, Willie Allcorn, Dad, and Papa. Beyond those names, he was a protector, a provider, a teacher, and the steady heart of his family. He lived a life rooted in faith, love, and service. His patience, wisdom, and quiet strength shaped generations and left a legacy that will never fade. He was deeply cherished by his family, his friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him, and he returned that love wholeheartedly. The Lord called Allcorn Williams, Jr. home on Sunday, November 2nd, as he peacefully watched church services from his residence. Cherishing his memory are his three daughters: Susan Oestmann, Betty Thompson, and Sharon Gray; his son-in-law, Arthur J. Gray, Jr.; his four grandchildren: Ray Thompson III, Erin Ostean, Arthur Gray III, and Daniel Oestmann II; four great-grandchildren: Zaniya, Treyden, Reign, and Trenity; along with many nieces, nephews, relatives, friends, and his Greater Mount Carmel family. His Lord said to him, “Well done, good and faithful servant…Enter into the joy of your Lord.”

Mr. Allcorn Williams

October 12, 1928 - November 2, 2025