Thomas R. Williams

Thomas R. Williams, 82, of East Moline, Illinois, passed away Friday, January 23, 2026, at Allure of Moline, East Moline, Illinois.

Cremation will take place at Trimble Crematory, Moline, under the direction of Trimble Funeral Home.

Thomas Ralph Williams was born November 24, 1943, in Moberly, Missouri, the son of James Curtis and Minnie Estelle (Reynolds) Williams. He married the love of his life, Virginia (Clark) Jones, and their marriage brought their pride and joy, TaJuan Williams. Most of his career was spent at International Harvester.

Thomas is survived by his children, Rowana Williams, Mark Williams, Troy Williams, and TaJuan Williams; step-children, Cynthia Martin, Tony (Felicia) Jones, Lawrence (Katherine) Jones, Marvin Jones, and William Jones; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Virginia Williams; his son, Thomas “Tommy” Williams; and a brother, James Williams.

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