Jarrett Kyle Williams

Jarrett Kyle Williams, 24, of Bladenboro passed away on May 7, 2023, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Claude Collins Jr., paternal grandfather John Franklin Williams, cousin Michael Williams, step grandfather Johnny Harrelson, and a special Jack Russell Terrier “Mo Jo”. Jarrett is survived by his parents, Kevin and Kim Williams of the home, paternal grandmother Linda Williams of Bladenboro, maternal grandmother Sandra Harrelson of Whiteville, uncles Doug Williams (Gayle) of Roseboro, Bill Williams (Terri) of Bladenboro, and Edward Strickland (Patricia) who were like second grandparents, of White Oak, special cousin that was like a sister to him, Bethany Strickland of White Oak, cousins, Brandi Stewart of Cerro Gordo, Michelle Williams of Bladenboro, Brad and Jody Strickland of White Oak, and a host of other family and friends.

Jarrett was born in Columbus County on December 3, 1998. From the moment he was born, he was his parents’ whole world. They, like most parents, spent a lot of time sharing in moments of pure joy and excitement that comes with parenthood of little boys. Jarrett loved the game of baseball. He loved being part of a team and spending time with his friends brought him great joy. He was a goofball by nature and enjoyed joking around with others. He loved to laugh, make others laugh and he had the most infectious smile that lit up any room he entered. Jarrett’s departure has left a void that will never be filled but his time here will forever be held in the hearts and minds of all that knew and loved him.

The family will receive friends from 1-2:45 pm on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at Bladen Gaskins Funeral Home in Elizabethtown followed by a funeral service at 3:00 pm with the Reverend Kevin Kinlaw and the Reverend Arthur Smith officiating. A burial will follow the services in the Brown Cemetery on Collier Road in Bladenboro.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the West Bladen High School Baseball Program, 1600 NC 410 Hwy, Bladenboro, NC 28320.