Obituary of Homer L. Williamson

Homer L. Williamson, Sr. of Man, WV Long time Town of Man Businessman Homer L. Williamson, Sr., 92, of Man, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 26, 2016, after a long illness. He was born on January 13, 1924, in Logan County, a son of the late Aley and Rebecca Perry Williamson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Opal M. Marcum Williamson; and son, Homer Lee. Mr. Williamson was a Christian and a Deacon at the First Baptist Church at South Man. Homer was a 1943 graduate of Man High School. He served in the United States Army during WWII and was a decorated veteran, receiving a Purple Heart, Bronze Star, and many other combat metals. Homer served under General George Patton who lead him into battle. He was with the troops at the Phine River after the Ardennes Offensive. Mr. Williamson served with the 83rd Infantry "The Thunderbolt" Division L. Co 330th, and fought in the Battle of Kassel. Homer was a devoted father and grandfather who loved all of his kids and grandkids which were his pride and joy. He was an avid golfer. A long time businessman in the Town of Man, Homer was the owner of Williamson Transfer and Storage, Atlas, Mayflower, and U-Haul for 62 years. One of his greatest passions was his work. His work ethic continued six days a week until he was 87 and suffered a stroke. He along with his sons, Doug and Homer Lee, enjoyed the many businesses they operated in the Town of Man. He was a long time member of the WV Truck Association, Aracoma Lodge #99 of Logan for over 50 years, the Boy Scouts of America Council for over 50 years, Shiners' International, Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, General Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star, American Legion, and many other civic organizations. He will be deeply missed by his family, church, and community. Those left to cherish his memory and carry on his legacy are three children, Doug (Georgia) Williamson of Man, Jeanie (Oscar) Hill of Salem, VA, and Margie (Charles, Jr.) Toler of Cyclone; two grandsons, Doug (Amy) Williamson, II of Logan and Tony (Michelle) Toler of Cyclone; five granddaughters, Kristen Hatfield and Rebecca (John Gore) Paynter, both of Logan, Valerie (Michael) Robinson of Chapmanville, Ginger (Paul) Stepp of Salem, VA, and Rhonda Harless of Cyclone; 17 great-grandchildren, Garnett, Bentley, and Cali Williamson, Chase and Jenna Hatfield, Carly Paynter and Savannah Paynter, all of Logan, Cory (Billie) Robinson of Cleveland, TN, Cheyenne Robinson and Sarah Robinson, both of Chapmanville, Hannah Cecil and Redic Stepp, both of Salem, VA, Cameron Stepp and Laken Stepp, both of Granite Falls, NC, Michael Harless and Matthew Harless, both of Huntington, and Sydney Beth Toler of Cyclone; along with a host of other relatives and friends. Special thanks to many caregivers, Logan Regional employees, and Dr. Harvey. The family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, May 1, 2016, at the Mallory Church of God at Mallory where a Tribute of the Life of Homer L. Williamson, Sr. will be held at 3:00 P.M. with Bishop Shaun Walker, Rev. Johnny Hatfield, and Rev. Clyde Robertson officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Memory Gardens at Godby where military graveside rites will be conducted by the VFW Post 6153 and American Legion Post 103 of Chapmanville and DAV Post 39 of Harts. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Gideons International, P.O. Box 1914, Logan, WV 25601. Pall bearers will be Doug Williamson, II, Tony Toler, Michael Robinson, Chad Hatfield, Michael Harless, and Matthew Harless. Online condolences may be sent to www.krantzmcneelyfuneralhome.com Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Krantz-McNeely Funeral Home at Man.