Robert Brian Williams

Robert (Bob) Brian Williams, age 85, of Delaware, Ohio, passed away on June 30, 2026 at the OhioHealth Hospice House.

He was born to the late Alan Francis Williams and Corrine (Skipton) Williams on December 12, 1940, in Zanesville, Ohio. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, David Alan Williams. 

Bob is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Lynda (Hutton) Williams and his children, Adam (Keri), Brian (Julie), and Alison Payauys (Douglas). He is also survived by his cherished grandchildren Brianna and Maxwell Williams, and Claire, Elise, and Leah Payauys. Surviving also are two nephews and a niece, Craig, Eric, and Suzanne Williams, and his sister-in-law Bonnie Williams. 

He was a 1959 graduate of Zanesville High School and a 1963 graduate of the University of Cincinnati with a degree in electrical engineering. Upon graduation he worked at Western Electric (later Lucent Technologies) as an electrical engineer for 34 years until his retirement in 1997. 

Bob was interested in history and architecture, and he excelled at woodworking and restoring antiques. He and Lynda lived in Baltimore, Ohio for 30 years, where they lovingly restored their 1870’s home. After his retirement, he served on the board of the Baltimore Community Museum and volunteered at the Decorative Arts Center in Lancaster, Ohio. 

Bob and Lynda had many wonderful adventures traveling the country in their motorhome. Following retirement, they began to spend their winters in Florida and traveled more extensively outside of the U.S. During their winters in Florida, Bob loved bike riding as a member of the Pelican Pete Peddlers biking club and spending time with friends. 

A private celebration of life will be held in memory of Bob.