Sidney "James" Williams Jr.

Sidney James Williams Jr., 66, of Poolville, Texas, passed on August 6, 2025.
Born in Merkel, Texas on August 16, 1958, he was the son of Sidney and Ava Williams. He grew up in Pecos where he learned early that hard work and being stubborn as a mule can get you
just about anywhere you want to go.
Early in his oilfield career, James married the love of his life, Joan Williams, on February 12, 1983 in Snyder, Texas. Together, they built a loving family and began a shared adventure that carried them from the small towns of west Texas to the furthest corners of the world.
As much as he poured himself into his work, James’ greatest pride was in being “Pop.” His only real hobbies were being a husband, father—and in his later years—a devoted grandfather. He led by example, believed there was a right way, a wrong way, and his way, and he’d tell you without hesitation that his way was the right one. He didn’t waste time worrying about the opinions of those outside his circle, but to those inside it, he gave a full and unwavering heart.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Joan “Mimi” Williams, his children and those he loved as his own: Amy Cantrell; Sidney James Williams III and his wife Nadine; Logan Cantrell and his wife Maricruz; Ashlyn Dunavant and her husband Ben; and Dustin VanWey and his wife Taylor. Pop was the proud grandfather to Logie and Gracie Cantrell, Ophelia and Sidney James Williams IV, Truett VanWey, and Adalyn Dunavant. He is also survived by his sisters, Wanda Ryan and her husband Lee, and Janice North and her husband Wayne.
Pop leaves behind a legacy of strength that was anything but quiet. He could not be bought, never wavered in his word, and gave the greatest gift a man can offer—his time—fully and freely to those who mattered most. For those blessed to call him “Pop,” his presence was more than comfort; it was a compass, one that will continue to guide them for the rest of their lives.

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