Larry J. Williams, 82, of Steubenville, Ohio died Saturday, May 16, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 15, 1937, at home, son of the late Edward and Gertrude Durbin Williams. Larry was a member of First Christian Church in Steubenville. He was a graduate of Wintersville High School, Class of 1955. Larry was a carpenter by trade and built many homes in the area and later became a member of Carpenter’s Local 186, working for Grae-Con Construction. Larry was an active member of the Ohio National Guard from 1956-1975, where he served with the Combat Engineers and later as a tank driver with the Armored Division; and member of American Legion Argonne Post 33. Preceding Larry in death were his parents; brother Ralph; and sisters Carol Widick and Anita Herzberger. Larry married his high school sweetheart, Blanche Calabrese Williams in 1958, who survives, and children Kimberly (Richard) Williams Mark, Eric (Christel) Williams and Kurt (Sherri) Williams; grandchildren Matthew (Stephanie) Mark, Hanna and Mitchell Williams; Rebecca Williams and Ashley Ramsey; three great grandchildren Caroline, Evan and Judy. An avid dog and animal lover, Larry leaves behind his beloved canine, Gigi. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, private services will be held at the convenience of the family at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home. Memorials may be directed to Salvation Army, 332 North Fourth Street, Steubenville, Ohio 43952 or Hounds Haven, 22 Township Road 150, Dillonvale, Ohio 43917
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