Wanda was such a loving soul, and we were lucky to call her friend. My dear friend I will miss you so very much . It was an honor to know her. [1] In December 2010 the City of Knoxville changed the name of Hutchinson Avenue, the location of WBIR's studios, to "Bill Williams Avenue" in his honor.[5]. Carson-Newman College (now Carson-Newman University) awarded him an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Phil Williams to pay them a last tribute.
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Phil Williams (Goodlettsville, Tennessee), born in Fort Pierce, Florida, who passed away on March 3, 2020, at … Published in Knoxville News Sentinel from Oct. 26 to Oct. 29, 2019. A beautiful heart and spirit. Wanda was absolutely one of the most kind, compassionate and giving people that I have ever known. Wanda was always so sweet. Other. A death notice completed by the family and of which all the information is confirmed and correct. I have known Wanda from the First Grade at Gibbs Elementary School and went to school following the next grade, a Senior. Williams began working for WBIR in 1977. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Phil Williams (Goodlettsville, Tennessee), born in Fort Pierce, Florida, who passed away on March 3, 2020, at the age of 72, leaving to mourn family and friends.
My God give Bill and your family peace during their time of grief knowing they will see you again.

Tower. Williams has worked with Mission of Hope since its founding in 1996, Mission of Hope is an outreach program, to help the people and children of rural Appalachia. Really really sorry for your loss Mr. Williams.

Wanda was definitely one of a kind. [4], Williams is a past recipient of the "Silver Circle Award" of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell. If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the Main Street Church of Christ Building Fund. I know that you have a huge hole in your heart's.

I will be out of town & unable to attend the services, but my prayers are with Bill & the family. Learn how and when to remove this template message, National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, "WBIR reunites Bill Williams, Edye Ellis and Bob Kesling for 'retro' newscast", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Bill_Williams_(journalist)&oldid=965593270, BLP articles lacking sources from February 2014, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, news anchor on WBIR (1977–2000, 2006) and anchor emeritus (2000–2006, 2007–present), This page was last edited on 2 July 2020, at 07:41. The WIMZ FM-Tower (also called the WBIR TV-mast) is a 534.01-meter-high guy-wired aerial mast for the transmission of FM radio and television programs in Knoxville, Tennessee (Geographical coordinates: The tower was completed during 1963 September and at the time was the tallest structure in the world.

Williams is married to his wife Wanda of 31 years. Bill and Angelique, I am so sorry to hear about Wanda. Most importantly, it was one of lifes great blessings to be her friend. Please accept Echovita’s sincere condolences. There are no additional photos for Phil Williams at this time. To the entire Williams family our prayers are with you. Share Wanda's life story with friends and family.

Join Facebook to connect with Phil Williams and others you may know. You can add a photo to pay tribute to Phil Williams. Karen Hodge, Bill and Family' So sorry to hear of Mrs. Williams passing. (72 years old). Wanda was as beautiful on the inside as she was on the outside. … Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. October 6, 1947 - I am not physically able to come to the service, but my heart and thoughts will be with you. They reside in East Tennessee. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. But just hold to the fact that she is at peace, and that you will see her and Michael again. ... Knoxville Ice Bears. It was a true joy and pleasure to work with her. I met Wanda when she worked for Shelby Mutual and joined the Insurance Women of Knoxville. Content approved and certified by a member of the Echovita supervisory team. Wanda Faye Shaver Williams Knoxville - Wanda Williams, wife of WBIR Anchor Emeritus Bill Williams passed away October 26, 2019 after a three-year battle with pancreatic cancer. He retired from WBIR in December 2000. You guys are a big part of Knoxville and our friends. Would you like to offer Phil Williams’s loved ones a condolence message? He was predeceased by : his parents, Carl "C. P." and Reba Bullock Williams; and his siblings, Harold Williams, Edward Williams and Peggy Williams Hawley. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Please know that if you need anything at any time of day or night to please call. Alison and I extend our thoughts and prayers to Bill and the family.