Obituary
Richard “Dick” Jackson Williams, 85, (09/13/1940 — 11/02/2025), peacefully stepped into the arms of Jesus – the One he walked with, sang to, and served with unwavering devotion all his days.
Dick lived like a hymn – each note prophetic, each word chosen with care, each breath offered back to the God he loved so fiercely. A guitarist whose hands could coax heavenward melodies, and a wordsmith whose language carried warmth and truth, he followed Holy Spirit with a purity that needed no stage and sought no spotlight. His prophetic gifts were not only accurate and timely – so many testified to the way his words arrived like sacred threads, woven precisely into the moment hearts needed them most.
Whether in a humble house church, a familiar sanctuary, or in a chance encounter with a stranger, Dick carried an atmosphere of peace and presence. His ministry was never marked by recognition or applause; it was marked by love – simple, steady, Christlike love that reshaped lives in quiet, powerful ways.
For 55 years, his heart belonged wholly to his “sweet bride,” Donna. Their life together was a pilgrimage of faith and tenderness. She traveled beside him on countless ministry journeys, their footsteps interwoven, their devotion unmistakable to anyone who witnessed them.
His sons, Derek and Ryan, were not just his children – they were his closest companions, his joy, the ones he proudly called his best friends. His daughters-in-law, Jenni and Joanna, were lovingly embraced as his “daughters-in-love,” cherished with the same devotion he offered to all family. And in his grandson Jackson, named for him, Dick found a legacy of wonder and hope. That young man was a treasure beyond measure in Dick’s eyes.
When he wasn’t traveling the country to encourage and minister, Dick was calling those he loved – quiet acts of care that became their own tender form of pastoring. He checked in, prayed over, and uplifted countless people, offering his time and his heart with a gentleness that made others feel deeply seen.
He was, simply put, an extraordinary human being – tender yet strong, creative yet grounded, humble yet radiant with the love of Christ.
Those who knew him still carry his music in their hearts. It echoes in memories, in stories told with misted eyes, in the quiet places where love lingers. His life was a song composed of faith, kindness, prophetic insight, and holy devotion – and its melody will not fade.
Well done, beloved servant.
Your melody continues.
Celebrating the Life of Dick Williams –
A Symphony of Grace
Online:
Friday December 5, 2025
3:00pm Mountain Time
Dick’s family invites you to join us for a virtual celebration of life to honor his life and legacy. An interactive online reception will take place immediately following.
Photo Gallery
Dick Plays a short rendition of “Montana Morning”
This is Dick’s best known original song and represents his heart for the Lord. His Grandson Jackson recorded him playing this a few years ago.
Dick Williams’ Music
Dick recorded these songs during his storied ministry career. We hope they encourage and strengthen you in your walk with Jesus.
In lieu of flowers please consider donating to Dick Williams’ Ministry.
Dick Williams has served the Body of Christ faithfully for over five decades as a prophetic voice and servant of the Lord. Known across the country and abroad as “the singing prophet,” Dick ministers uniquely through both word and song — often prophesying while strumming his guitar under the unction of the Holy Spirit.
Your gift helps release God’s word and encouragement to many, carrying Dick’s prophetic voice into this generation and the next. Please consider becoming a monthly partner to support Donna and keep this work going strong.
Dick Williams was a good friend of mine. I met him at Harry Deckert’s church in 1986 where he encouraged me with a good word that I desired a close and deeper walk with the Lord. That has played out and still at work in me. Dick would always encourage everyone who had the privilege to hear him. Over the years we became closer and I had the honor of taking him skiing at Alta several times when he had meetings in the Salt Lake area. He stayed at my house multiple times and we got to know each other quite well. One thing we had in common was our love for music from the 60’s & 70’s. He knew so much about that era and even played with or knew many of the artists and would tell incredible detailed stories. Dick was a master story teller and musician who used his spiritual gift to encourage people. Over the years he gave me many encouraging prophetic words and one of the last ones was about me being a writer. He was working on his book and I was trying to write mine. One thing he told me was to be authentic and write with the Holy Spirit who was in me. When I finally finished in 2023, I asked Dick to write an endorsement. He gladly did and it is most eloquent and to the point. He was the most giving person and role model that exemplifies the meaning of walking with God. Well done my friend.
Dick was a very dear friend to us and to our church, highly respected and very much loved. There was a season when as pastor’s, we were going through a very difficult time, having tried everything we knew to heal the situation but could not. Dick, as he was ministering to others in the congregation, stopped in front of us – not knowing what we were going through – and spoke a very prophetic word over us, one of comfort and certainty, that God was going to get us through this trial and heal our church. God did exactly that, and we stayed many years ministering God’s love and seeing many saved and restored. We are very thankful for his faithful ministry to this Body year after year. We loved having Dick and Donna in our home, loving on them as they so wonderfully did to others over the years. “Dick, we will see you soon and worship Jesus with you.” We send our love to Donna and their precious family.
This man, Dick Williams, was many things to many people. To me, and my daughter he along with his wife Donna Williams were/are family. I met them after a very broken season in my life 40 years ago. They started off as Pastors, but quickly embraced us both as family. Dick used to also say he was my big brother, but he was SO MUCH MORE THAN THAT to both my daughter and I. He and Donna were instrumental in being human conduits of the love and healing of Jesus Himself! There have been 3 men who have greatly impacted my life. It’s been difficult imagining life without Dick and our phone chats. He follwed my husbands graduation 2 months ago. I will be eternally grateful for his love, guidance and wisdom and friendship. He was a TRUE SOUTHERN gentleman. I can only imagine the conversations in heaven, and I KNOW they are cheering us on to the finish line. My heart joins with those with love for the Williams family. Thank you for sharing him with so many.
I don’t really care for “Prophets”. Heard far too many it’s their generic messages and iffy lifestyles. I heard Dick back in the early 80’s when he came to Salt Lake Foursquare.
I felt the Lord tugging at my heart to go and listen, so I did. I told the Lord if He had a message for me, I wanted to know absolutely that it was for me.
Dick told me a prayer I had prayed a week prior when I was driving to California. Then he told me God’s answer to that prayer. I had no doubts after that.
Since that time, I have been to many services with Dick. For me, my favorite part was watching how gracefully he used the gift God gave him. So many times ministers are loud, over dramatic, or just too showy.
Dick was always graceful, not showy, and loving in how he presented words for people.
The music was always fun for me cause it was usually about life on the porch. My favorite place to be.
I look forward to hanging with him on his porch in Heaven.
I send my deepest sympathies and condolences in Dick’s passing. He was an incredible man of God. When he came to Amador Christian Center and ministered to the body of Christ, he made such an impact that will never forget and deeply appreciate all that he did And the impact it made on others and myself… I look forward to seeing him again in heaven…. May the Lord Comfort and strengthen your family at this time i’ve lost and give you peace, His Peace that passes all understanding…. ❤️