Coach Eli Williams, Jr.

Coach Eli Williams Jr., 62, of Westville, passed away June 13, 2021 at OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center in Urbana. Eli was born January 5, 1959 a son of Eli Williams Sr. and Katherine Williams in Danville. They both preceded him in death.

He was also preceded in death by a daughter, April Marie Williams, and aunt Telton Weathersby.

Eli was married to Sue Ellen Williams. She survives. Also surviving are his daughter Ashley (DaJuan) Warren, son Eli Justin (Betty) Williams, daughter Carrissa Williams, son Ladavion Severado and daughter Jasman Severado; grandchildren Aaron Welch- Williams, Malachi Auter, Nova Warren, Luna Warren, and Jerzey Smith. He was also survived by his mother-in-law Gladys Miller, siblings Linda Relliford, Rickey (Laura) Williams Sr., Sandy Williams, and Eric Williams, and many nieces and nephews that he was very close to. He also leaves behind a lot of friends that he considered to be part of his family. Eli loved and was loved by his wife, family, and friends. All who will miss him dearly.

Eli worked for the Norfolk Southern Railroad before his retirement while simultaneously coaching for the community of Westville for well over 40 years until his passing. He not only coached multiple sports at the Junior High and High School levels, including Westville Youth Football for 35 years, but he also mentored so many students along the way that many thought of him as a second dad. He was an active part in the players lives and enjoyed watching them succeed on and off the playing field. He was honored as Grand Marshal alongside his wife, Sue, as Honorary Marshal in Westvilles Labor Day Parade in 2012. The little free-time Eli was able to take for himself between the time spent at the various sporting events and with his family, he spent fishing.

Eli was a Man of God and devoted his life to his faith. He was a faithful member of the Community Church of God in Danville for several years.

A visitation will be held on Friday, June 18, 2021 from 4:00pm until 7:30 pm at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center, located at 3940 N. Vermilion Street in Danville. A celebration of Elis life will take place the following day on Saturday, June 19, 2021 at 1:00 pm, at the funeral home. He will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Park in Danville following the service.

Please join Elis family in sharing memories, photos, and videos on his tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.

Services Visitation Friday June 18, 2021 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Center 3940 N Vermilion St. Danville, Il 61834 Funeral Service Saturday June 19, 2021 1:00 PM Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Center 3940 N Vermilion St. Danville, Il 61834