Obituaries
Tyrone Williams, 58
December 10, 2020
Tyrone Williams, 58, of East Petersburg, passed away at home, Thursday, December 10, 2020. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Nathaniel and Bernice (Wright) Williams. Tyrone was the loving and longtime companion of Beatriz “Betty” Perez, for 20 years.
Tyrone was a 1981 graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School. He went on to attend Lincoln University where he obtained his Master’s degree in Human Services and then went on to obtain his doctorate degree at Fielding Graduate University and obtained his BCBA at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Tyrone worked in research autoethnographic and phenomenology studies. He was a licensed Behavioral Specialist.
Tyrone enjoyed lifting weights, exercising, traveling, and competing in heavy weight lifting competitions. He enjoyed dancing, loved music, and was a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Marshal Arts.
In addition to his companion, Betty, Tyrone is survived by his sons: Tyrone Williams, Jr., Akeem Williams, Christian T. Williams, Jermaine Maina, and Makhai J. Williams; his siblings Alvina, Robert, Alonzo, and Arthur Lee Williams; grandchildren: Apollo and Aleesi Williams; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Memorial Services for Tyrone will be held at a later date.
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Condolences to the Family
December 02, 2024
You will not be forgotten unc, it has been almost 4 years since your passing, and I can not get over it still. You were such a great, bulky, amazing man. I would love to feel that shiny bald head of yours once more.
Jonquil Bartquilcious
November 14, 2024
we love you tyrone williams thank you for making me those fried chicken and collard greens they were deliiocus
October 25, 2024
i miss you every day unc its been 4 years since i havent licked your beautiful beard. you used to make the best food feeding the kids.
October 01, 2024
Give me my unc back i miss lil bro😔 live laugh love tyrone williams
October 01, 2024
I miss tyrone its been almost 4 years and i still miss unc.<3 live laugh love tyrone williams
August 25, 2024
I am the sister of one of the kids Tyrone came to see every week. Just a day before his passing, he was visiting, non-stop signing papers and joking around with my dad, trying to help get my brother into a better program for his special needs. This man was a light until the day he died, and I only wish he could’ve lived long enough to see my brother thrive outside of cyber school, earning academic awards that we only could have dreamed of a couple years before. And even on the day Tyrone passed, my brother didn’t cry. Perhaps he knew that he’d watch over him. That his memory would live on just as any other.
Thank you, Tyrone. I hope I can write that Sepulveda family book in your name.
Adi Sepulveda
August 22, 2024
My mind was thinking out you on today. Our families have known each other for years as transplants from South Carolina. To a guy who was a sponge for knowledge. We attended Lincoln University together, were proud McCaskey Alumni, and as Fielding doctoral students, and as we became academic scholars we impacted the lives of our clients as Mobile Therapists/Behavior Specialists. I would pick him up for our carpool together almost every Saturday down to Philly for school and he asked so many questions, as he was a year behind our class (2013). He just wanted to learn and master everything and trust the process. We just spoke 2 weeks before his passing, encouraging one another in our endeavors. He was one I could call on at the last minute and vice versa. When his nephew called me to share the news, I was heartbroken. I continue to miss him to this day. I will also continue to press forward!! Love you scholar!! Christopher M McNeil, Sr.
May 14, 2024
Tyrone was a loving man, and he never thought of himself. He always helped me when I was feeling down.
Thank you, from your friend, Jamal.
May 14, 2024
unc was the best, he went too early
fly high 😔🕊️💔🪦
Drayvon Marlin
April 19, 2024
We miss you so much. Wish you could be here right now. Sending prayers to your family.❤❤❤❤🪦❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏
Love your great great auntie, Sasha.
Sasha Wayne
April 14, 2023
I am so sorry we lost you, you are my home screen.
Nancy Smith
January 31, 2023
you are my playstation avatar sorry we lost you
December 16, 2022
My condolences, he was a great man now he’s in better place though😭🕊Nathaniel Barry
October 04, 2022
I’m so sorry we lost you…..
August 31, 2022
I used you for my code.org assignment
March 04, 2022
Bro I love man I wish u was still alive home RIP
December 10, 2021
Dear Tyrone’s famimily and frends and pet dog named aunt tim,
Today a year ango we lost the most, on god, godly man ever known to godkind. Rip tyrone ‘bottom text’
June 10, 2021
rip, big homie right here.
pepe
April 06, 2021
he meant so much ‘sad face’
daddy
March 27, 2021
Sending a big hug Art so sorry to hear this
December 23, 2020
My deepest sympathy & prayers are extended to Tyrone Williams family. He was one of the best Sunday School students I had the opportunity of teaching. He also was admired as a great educator in the Lancaster School District,
Pastor William G. Wells
December 22, 2020
Art & family, my sincere condolences of ur brother. May he Rest In Peace! Best Regards,iTeresa Madonna
December 20, 2020
My condolences to Alonzo and the rest of Tyrone’s family, I’m sure he will be missed. I enjoyed working with Tyrone and our “old school” McCaskey-Lancaster Catholic conversations. John Stoudt
December 19, 2020
Sending my prayers and Condolences to Beatriz and his kids and siblings and family I remember you since childhood from Ray’s Temple Church always had a good heart love Barbara Dupree Murray
December 19, 2020
This one is a hard one, my brother from another mother, I will truly miss you! Our families have been friends since day one and we shared so many memories from life and school! Condolences to Beatriz and his children, and his siblings. Always in my prayers!
Much Love, Cookie Williams Plowden
December 17, 2020
Dear Betty and family,
I am so sorry!! I know what a special and strong family you are. Tyrone loved all of you so very much. He was so full of love and loved to learn. I was honored to work with Tyrone at Fielding Graduate University.
Love and prayers to all,
Kathy
December 16, 2020
My condolences to Tyrone’s family. I am deeply saddened to hear of his passing. I attended St. Anthony’s School and LCHS with him. Praying for peace for your family.
Paula Fellenbaum
December 15, 2020
Rest In Peace Brother. You will be missed. Condolences to the Family.
Josephine McNeil
December 15, 2020
My deepest symphony to all the companions and family. Rip ty
Torres family
December 15, 2020
My sincere prayers and condolences for the family. Ty will be missed.
Jennifer Williams Wilson
December 15, 2020
I’m soo sorry for you loss…Mr Williams impacted my son so much in so many ways. He never gave up on him and was always there when we needed him. He was such a special man with a gentle soul. Thank you for everything you did for us. Keep you and your family in my prayers 🙏🙏
Jade Bencak-Wade
December 15, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Tyrone was a good man. Will be praying for you and him, as well as the family.
Fran Haefner
December 15, 2020
Man this hit different you and zo was like father figures to me when I was a pup. Prescott house was the best placement I ever been to thanks too guys like yall. your time spent with me is greatly appreciated my deepest condolences 🙏
EDWARD WILSON
December 14, 2020
My sincere sympathy and condolences to Tyrones family . I went to st Anthony’s and lchs with him . MaryAnne Gallagher
December 14, 2020
I am sorry for your loss. Tyrone was a good guy . I am at a loss for words . RIP
D. Fellenbaum
December 14, 2020
My sincere condolences to the family R.I.P Ty
William B.Hinton
December 14, 2020
Condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Patricia
December 14, 2020
May you rest in peace Tyrone. A great smile and great laugh. Always encouraging everyone. You are a great friend. My your whole family be at peace. In Christ’s Love……Ray Bencak Jr. ❤
December 14, 2020
My sincerest condolences to you and your sons. I pray you find moments of peace to remember the joy you shared. Tyrone always made me laugh as an assistant in my class at Reynolds. He will be missed
April Russell
December 13, 2020
My heart goes out to the Williams family, his children & Beatriz.
Ty was a true friend of mine. I was proud of his success in education and of the memories of back in the day.
I am saddened by this loss. You will be missed my brother. S.I. P
Dwayne
December 13, 2020
I am saddened by the loss of my Friend. We Competed on the Basketball court for years growing up. My Condolences to his Family he will be Greatly missed. Peace n Blessings to the Family. Heaven has just gained another Angel .
William David Wilson
December 13, 2020
I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. I was in Tyrone’s class at LCHS and shocked to read this sad news. My heart goes out to all of you through this trying time.
Mary Kay Witmer
December 13, 2020
I’m so sorry for your loss. He was a great man and positive role model for our students. He will be missed.
Elaine Romero
December 13, 2020
Our deepest condolences from the Sepulveda family. Tyrone was more than just a BSC to our son Yeshua. He was a friend and made a huge difference in our lives. We cared about Tyrone very much and will miss him always.
December 13, 2020
Was a classmate at Lincoln, my condolences to you and your family. Tyrone was an amazing person. A scholar and friend. My heart is hurting.
Donna hampton
December 13, 2020
My Sincerest Condolences To The Family! A Prayer of Strength During This Time.
Continue To Rise In Paradise Tyrone!💜
Felicia Yates-Weaver
December 13, 2020
Dear Scholar
You will always be in our hearts and minds! You are an eternal mighty soul and mind and your family is now part of our family as well as the Fielding family! 🙏😁🎈➕
Lenneal Henderson
December 13, 2020
Good afternoon Beatriz! My condolences to you and your family. I’m Dr. Janice Oyola, a dear friend of your husband. It was an honor knowing him and talking about the great changes we would like to make in the educational field. If you need anything, please don’t hesitate to write, call or text. My number is 267-474-6428 and my email address is janiceo4060@yahoo.com. My prayers are with you and your family. 💗💗🙏🏽🙏🏽
December 13, 2020
A profound loss to the mental health community. I met Mr. Williams when he serviced students in the school district of Lancaster. He made connections that would help students cope with their difficulties. I was so impressed that I asked him to take on my autistic son, Mekhi as a client. Condolences to the family. Mr. Tyrone will be dearly missed.
Miriam Ortega Brown
December 13, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with him at Reynolds middle school. He always had a smile and kind words for everyone. He was great with the kids and always had a positive attitude. It was nice to work with him.
Stacey Geiter
December 13, 2020
My heart is broken ❤️, I can remember even as we were young kids you had a confidence and positive energy about you. You always had that Glow. You are an inspiration for me and many, many other people. Your energy and Glow is everlasting. You are my hero. Nuttun but love.
Dr. William McNeal
December 13, 2020
My heartfelt sympathy to the family! Tyrone will be missed.
Love,
Zeltha Ellis & Family
December 13, 2020
So sad hearing of the passing of Ty. Gone way too soon. May God bless all of his family with comfort, strength and peace.
Maxine (Garner) Cook
December 13, 2020
What a Great guy he will surely be missed…My condolences to Family and God Bless and may Ty RIP…..Charlie Hargrove Sr and Family
December 13, 2020
My condolences to Ty’s family. I worked with Ty at RRDonnelley. He was a special person who always had a positive attitude. I remember having deep conversations with him about life’s topics So sorry for your loss.
Charles Deffibaugh
December 13, 2020
I am so soo sorry for your loss. Tyrone was a pleasure to work with. A real genuine person. Heaven has certainly gained an ange . Betty, I will keep you and your family in my prayers
NICOLE RUFFIN
December 13, 2020
Oh Betty and the boys I am so deeply sorry. Please know my prayers and thoughts are with you💔god sure took an Angel!
Vicki Stayathome