John Stephen “Steve” Williams, age 72, passed away at his home in Clarksville, Tennessee, on Sunday, October 11, 2026.

Born on March 6, 1954, Steve will be remembered with love by those who knew him. His passing brings sorrow to all who shared in his life, and his memory will be cherished. Steve enjoyed time spent in the outdoors, especially fishin’. He was an accomplished diesel mechanic and retired from Orgain Ready Mix, where he spent countless hours working on and maintaining the trucks. Steve was a Baptist.

Steve was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Ann “Genny” Williams, his parents, John Donald Williams, Jr. and Mary Lucille Ferrell Williams; and his sister, Teresa Pruitt. Survivors include his daughters, Melissa VanDalsem and her husband Robert & Michelle Mauck and her husband Billy; grandchildren, Ashley Mauck, Kayla Acker, Courtney Mauck, Alexandria Karnes, Carlie VanDalsem, CPT Crystal Lannigan, and Shaena VanDalsem; and great grandchildren, Addison, Leigh-Anna, Kayden, J.J., Presley, Scarlett, and James.

Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home, 1209 Madison St, Clarksville, TN 37040. A Celebration of Life will follow at 12:00 PM on Thursday at the funeral home chapel with the Rev. David Mackens officiating.

Condolences may be made to the family by visiting Steve’s tribute page at NaveFuneralHomes.com.