Obituary of James Williams HoughtonJames R. "Willy" Williams, 55, a resident of Houghton passed away Thursday March 7, 2013, at the Omega House in Houghton following a short illness.He was born on February 12, 1958, in Hancock a son of the late Reginald and Margaret (Poirier) Williams. Jim was a lifelong Houghton resident and graduated from the Houghton High School.Mr. Williams had first worked for Jim's Foodmart in Houghton and then for the City of Houghton Public Works Department until his retirement. He also was a former member of the Houghton Volunteer Fire Department.Preceding him in death were his parents, his wife Diane Ohtonen, his brother and his sister.Surviving are his friends.As requested nor service will be held and burial will take place later this spring in the Forest Hill Cemetery of Houghton.To view Willy's obituary or to send condolences please visit www.plowefuneralhome.com.The Plowe Funeral Home of Houghton has been assisting the family with the arrangements.Service Information To send flowers to the family of James Williams, please visit Tribute Store