Sandy Williams, Jr., “Sandman," 80, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 8, 2026.

Born in 1945 in Akron to Sandy Sr. and Mary Williams, he was their third child and eldest son. He lived on the East Side all of his life.

Deeply devoted to his family and friends, he looked out for and supported his siblings, extended family, and neighborhood friends.

He was the heart at the center of our gatherings, generously organizing and hosting them as a way of keeping everyone connected and close. Everyone was welcome.

Sports were a lifelong passion of his; he umpired softball, played softball, football, and basketball, and always had a game on.

Sandy will be remembered for his generosity, steady presence, and the way he always brought people together.

Preceded in death by his father and mother, Sandy Williams Sr. and Mary E. Williams; sisters, Geraldine Dove, Annie Pearl Williams, Debra Biddings, and Hattie (Von) Williams. He is survived by his brothers, Leonard and Calvin Williams; sisters, Loretta Brown, Betty Williams, Annabelle Brice, and Carla Williams; special nephews, Delacey Williams and Ronald (Lylo) Massey; special niece, Sharnice Williams and lifelong friend and brother-at-heart, Richard Blair and his wife Natalie, all of Akron and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A celebration of life service will be held Monday, May 18, 2026 12:00 PM at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Ave, Akron, Ohio 44306. The family will receive friends starting at 10:00 AM until the time of the service at noon. Pastor Gregory Partridge officiating.

Interment will be Monday at 2:00 PM at Rose Hill Burial Park. Procession will form at 1164 Wyley Ave, Akron Ohio 44306. Condolences may be sent to 1960 East Ave, Akron, Ohio 44314.