Sergeant Major James L. Williams, a proud veteran of the Original Buffalo Soldiers passed away peacefully at his home 1n Houston Texas on March 4, 2024. The son of Eva and James D. Williams, Sergeant Major Williams grew up in Houston, Texas. He was born on July 6 1935 in Louisiana. At the age of 15, Sgt. Major Williams enlisted in the United States Army. He valued his service as a Buffalo Soldier of the U.S. Army highly. He received numerous honors and recognitions: including the Silver Star for his dedicated service. As part of this service, he served during the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He served as Advisor to the Vietnam Regular Army and performed 3-combat tours of duty from 1965 to 1967. During his service he was assigned airborne special operations. After 21 years of service to his country, he retired in 1971 as the last of the original Buffalo Soldiers. Sgt Major Williams 1s survived by his sister, Jo Ann Smith, of Missouri City, Texas, his nieces & nephews, his church family and a host of family and friends. A service honoring his life & legacy will be held at Crestmont Park Church of Christ. He will be laid to rest at the Houston National Cemetery.
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