Harry M Williams

Harry Williams, Jr., known to family and friends as “Buddy,” passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2014 at the age of 85. Mr. Williams was born in Yonkers, NY to Ruth and Harry Williams, Sr. and had a sister, Shirley Williams McKenney, who predeceased him. He was a lifelong resident of Scarsdale, NY, attended high school at the Riverdale Country School and college at New York University. Mr. Williams spent from 1950 – 1952 serving his country in the National Guard Air. Automobiles were an important part of Mr. Williams’ life, and he was known in the industry as he eventually took over the family’s Chevrolet dealership, Williams Chevrolet. He spent many years commuting from Scarsdale to Smithtown, NY understanding that leading by example was the best way to show his employees that he cared about the business’s success. Mr. Williams retired and closed the business in Smithtown approximately 10 years ago, however still owns property in the area. Mr. Williams is survived by his niece, Allyson M. Florkowski, her husband, John and their children, Jack and Meagan. A service will be held at Ballard-Durand Funeral Home, 2 Maple Ave, White Plains, NY on Wednesday, January 15, 2014 from 4:00pm – 8:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital at http://mskcc.convio.net/goto/Bud_Williams