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Michael Spencer Williams

1960 - 2017

Michael Spencer Williams obituary, 1960-2017, Durango, CO

BORN

1960

DIED

2017

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Durango, Colorado

Michael Williams Obituary

Michael Spencer Williams passed away peacefully on Monday, February 13, 2017. He was 56 years old.

Michael was born on November 7, 1960, to John Spencer Williams and Wanda Mae Accuttoroop in Durango, CO.

Michael is a member of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and a graduate from Bayfield High School. Michael always had a smile and willing to lend a helping hand. He was an excellent rancher and cherished his beloved cat. He loved going to the casino and playing cards.

He is survived by his brothers: Stanley "Bear," Eric and Roderick Williams and Ronald Yellowbird; sisters: Elizabeth, Marianne, Michelle and Susan Williams as well as numerous relatives and close friends.

He is preceded in death by by his parents John Spencer Williams and Wanda American Horse; his brother John Chad Williams.

A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, February 17, 2017 at 11:00 a.m., at Ouray Cemetery in Ignacio.

In Lieu of flowers please make donations to the La Plata County Humane Society.

Published by The Durango Herald on Feb. 14, 2017.
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Life goes on... I search for reasons... thing's are clearer in mornings light...but...no explanation does my heart accept at night.... I love you...

Renee Williams

Family

February 15, 2022

I only today heard of Mike's passing (9/7/18). I am so sorry, very sorry, to hear this. I first met Mike when he was a student at Bayfield High. He was a Polite and nice young man. Over the years we were friends. I'm very glad to have known him. He had the kindest man.Rhonda Ludwig

Rhonda Ludwig

September 7, 2018

The cowboy rides away...for now babe...

March 20, 2017

Renee Williams

March 20, 2017

So sorry for your loss of this great guy and friend to many. He was well loved and he will. Be greatly missed. I pray he rests in peace. So long old friend till we meet again..

Carol Maloy-Denbow

February 18, 2017

Very sorry for your loss. I was a classmate of Stanley and never met his little brother but if he was anything like Stanley, he was a good man. RIP Michael

Frank Brittain

February 16, 2017

Sally Silva

February 15, 2017

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