Garry Leon Williams, 86, of Kirksville, Missouri passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024 at Milan Health Care in Milan, Missouri.

Born May 23, 1937 in Kirksville, Garry was the son of Luther Weldon and Nellie Pearl (Mason) Williams.

Garry was preceded in death by his parents; and his twin brother, Glen Williams.

He is survived by Jenny Bell Winn of Kirksville; two sons, James (Julie) Payton of Kirksville and Chris (Missy) Winn of Kirksville; two daughters, Jeannie (Doug) Williams of Edina, Missouri, and Ayla (Theo) Williams of Kirksville; two brothers, Ora Ballinger of Novinger, Missouri, and Ira Ballinger of Kirksville; his special niece, Kim (Mike) Moffit of Kirksville; Tracy (Rob) Taylor and family; Jeff (Angie) Ballinger and family; Curtis (Jennifer) Ballinger and family; Kevin (Lanessa) Ballinger and family; thirteen grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.

Garry received his education in the Kirksville School District. He lived his entire life in the Kirksville area. Garry had many jobs throughout his life, including working in construction and as an electrician.

Garry enjoyed tinkering with cars, electronics and anything he could take apart and put back together. He also enjoyed helping others with anything that needed done.

A celebration of life will be held 5:00 p.m. Friday, February 2, 2024 at the Wooden Nickel Restaurant in Kirksville.