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James Rafael Williams, 51, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025, at Abrazo Hospital in Phoenix, surrounded by his immediate family and close friends.

Born on November 21, 1973, in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, James was a devoted son, brother, father, grandfather, and uncle. He is lovingly remembered by his mother, Loretta C. Adigun; siblings Adewaleia S. Adigun and James A. Williams; daughters Me’Chiel S. Harris and Jamese R. Williams; grandchildren London …

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I think about you everyday that you are gone and it doesn't get any easier. I love you more than you will ever know. …
I think about you everyday that you are gone and it doesn't get any easier. I love you more than y…
I think about you everyday that you are gone and it doesn't get …
I love you always Rafael.You will always be my best friend.I don't know who I have to talk to now.You brought me so muc…
I love you always Rafael.You will always be my best friend.I don't know who I have to talk to now.Y…
I love you always Rafael.You will always be my best friend.I don…

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What were James's favorite artists or styles of art?
Lily Baby, Deebaby, Mozzy
Lily Baby, Deebaby, Mozzy
Lily Baby, Deebaby, Mozzy
What were James's favorite ways to exercise?
Calisthenics and swimming
Calisthenics and swimming
Calisthenics and swimming
What were James's favorite games to play?
Solitaire, Craps, Poker, 21, Spades, Fetch with his dogs, baseball, football, frisbe…
Solitaire, Craps, Poker, 21, Spades, Fetch with his dogs, baseball, football, frisbee, darts, …
Solitaire, Craps, Poker, 21, Spades, Fetch with his dogs, baseball, football, frisbee, darts, pool, bowling, etc. . . J…
What were James's favorite movies?
Classics: Colors, New Jack City, Boyz in the Hood, Menace to Society, Set it Off, Po…
Classics: Colors, New Jack City, Boyz in the Hood, Menace to Society, Set it Off, Poetic Justi…
Classics: Colors, New Jack City, Boyz in the Hood, Menace to Society, Set it Off, Poetic Justice, Above the Rim, Paid i…

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November 21st, 1973
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Passed away

April 24th, 2025
Phoenix, AZ

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