Herman “Skip” Lee Williams, age 70, of Victoria, BC passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, August 31, 2022. Skip was born on August 25, 1952, in El Centro, California to a large family with 11 siblings. Affectionately known as “Big Skip” he was literally and figuratively larger than life. He was big in presence and personality. He knew how to command a room and engage people in conversation. He loved singing, being the center of attention and making people laugh with his wonderful sense of humor; if he knew you, he undoubtedly had an endearing nickname for you. He was a devout Christian and believed deeply in his faith.
Herman attended the University of Texas on a football scholarship. He later played defensive lineman for the Honolulu Hawaiians in the World Football League, the San Diego Chargers in the National Football League, and the Edmonton Eskimos, and Saskatchewan Rough Riders in the Canadian Football League. He eventually worked for several decades as a longshoreman with the Waterfront Employers of BC.
Skip is survived by his four children, Ajamu, Aisha, Aaron, and Kamika; his five grandchildren Autumn, Leah, Markus, Sarai, and Jonah; his seven siblings; his many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, all of whom he loved very much. Skip is predeceased by his parents, Dorothy and Hosa, and his siblings, Hosa Jr., Regina, Donna, and Quinton.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, September 15 , 2022 at 10:00 am at McCall Gardens, Sequoia Centre, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC V8Y 1B4, where we will share stories and say our final goodbyes.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the Williams family. Rest In Peace Skip
Rest ln Peace Skip.
My condolences to his family & friends
Sending My Deepest and Heartfelt Condolences & Sympathy To Your Family! My Heart Goes Out To You All On The Passing Of “Skip”. He Will Be Sadly Missed and Well Remembered! May God Wrap His Arms Around The Family & Comfort You!!! Skip Is With His Heavenly Father! Lord Be The Family’s Strength & Comforter In This Trying Time!!! Amen!!! R.I.P Herman Lee “Skip” Williams!!!! Gone But Never Forgotten!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I Thank God I Got A Chance To Talk With Skip A Few Month Ago!!!! “Be Strong “
Skip was my dear friend for over40+ years and I will treasure my memories of him forever. Singing duets and playing ‘bones’and cooking some fabulous meals together. The laughter we shared over the years, makes saying good-bye, seem almost an impossibility!
I will miss you forever my friend, until we meet again…
Much love from my whole gang,except my son Jayson, who passed slightly over a month prior to your passing. The 2 of you both, beautiful angels, taken home too soon. ❤️
Our deepest condolence to the William family from the Campbell family Don Campbell Denise Campbell and Laverne Campbell from El Centro California which we grew up with Skip and his family we were all like family on the east side from projects to projects he would surely be missed by all may God bless you and give you peace in your heart
My deepest condolences to Skips family. I was his neighbor growing up in the East Side of El Centro and I have many fond memories of Skip and the Williams family. May he Rest In Peace.
Rip uncle skip you will be truly missed because you lived so far away I didn’t really get to see you alot growing up but I enjoyed our talks on the phone I was always excited to see you when you would come back home to visit and every time you came you always gave me 20 dollars when I was little you use to scare the heck out of me lol cuz I never saw anyone that big and strong but the love for the family was always bigger and stronger that being said I love you and gonna miss you keep watching over the family from heaven one love unc.
Sending heartfelt sympathies to the family during this time. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.
Sending love and hugs to the family. Uncle Skip you will be missed by a lot of people. I will cherish the memories I have spending time with you, you teaching me how to throw a football, your laugh and your larger than life smile. I am so very grateful that you were able to meet my two older kids. You are now back with your partner in crime. I hope you and Dad, Roderick, can catch up on everything and don’t cause too much trouble up there….
Saddened to hear of Skips passing and sending all my best to you all who are grieving at this time. Many fond memories had with this man over the years I have been blessed to share with Barbara, Aaron and Kamika. Rest peacefully Skip – always loved and never forgotten ❤️