Tributes paid to former mayor of West Bromwich Jack Williams
TRIBUTES have been paid to a former mayor of West Bromwich who has died aged 90.
Jack Williams died on Monday, December 21, at Sandwell Hospital, having suffered a fall at his home in Beeches Road, West Bromwich.
His three children Ted, John and Joyce said he would be remembered for his dedication to West Bromwich, serving the town for 30 years as either councillor, alderman or mayor.
Retired estate agent Joyce, aged 62, said: “He was a very caring man. He was totally dedicated to West Bromwich.”
Jack’s wife Ann died five years ago. Along with his three children, he leaves behind seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Educated at West Bromwich Grammar School, Jack was a keen sportsman and played cricket for West Bromwich Dartmouth, as a prodigious batsman and spin bowler.
His progress was halted by the Second World War when he served in the Royal Air Force in England, France, and Belgium. He was secretary of the Birmingham and District Cricket league for 14 years, serving on the advisory committee and later as president. He was also a keen Baggies fan and shareholder.
Jack was the British Legion Poppy Day Appeal organiser for the area helping to raise thousands of pounds for veterans.
His funeral takes place at All Saints church on January 12 at 2.30pm. All are welcome.
