Willie James "Tawucy" Hames

A time to be born: Willie James Hames Sr.”Tawucy” was born in Tampa, Florida on April 13, 1955 to the late Harvey Haynes III and Lilly Mae Hill Haynes. He was raised by his grandmother Georgie Hill Rivers, and Rosie Dean-Palmer in Baker Hill Alabama, and his 3 special aunties Louisse White (George White), Georgia L. Deloach (Obie L. Deloach), and Marie Williams (Jack Williams). He was predeceased by his only brother Harvey Haynes III (Rose-Chow Haynes).

A time to live: Willie Hames Sr. attended Baker Hill Elementary School and went on to Clayton High School. He then traveled to upstate New York and resided in Auburn, NY. Willie J. Hames Sr. loved cutting down trees, and side jobs. He also worked for Bouley’s Construction. During this time, Willie loved being outdoors where he helped many young youth with employment. In his young adult life he loved traveling down south, he also loved cook-outs, where he then would shoot dice enjoying his family and friends. He loved his children. He enjoyed working in his younger days.

A time to leave: Willie J. Hames Sr. passed away at Upstate University on September 12th, 2022 with his family by his side. He leaves to cherish his loving memories; a loving and devoted significant other Marilyn Harrington of 34 years. His daughters Crystal R. Baker (Joeroy J. Baker), Michelle Harrington (Oliver), Amanda Williams, Mica Williams, Jennett Bowman (Brian), his sons Tavarris Bright, Willie J. Hames Jr., Tavary Williams (Kristy), Morris J. Bowman (Kim), his grandchildren, Janiyah Wilson, Kayannah Baker, Shartriese Baker,  Chammaria (Tammy),   His only niece Annette Haynes and his only nephew Harvey Haynes III (Bettina Haynes) and Great Nephew Harrison Haynes and many, many lifelong friends. Several grandchildren and great grandchildren that he loved dearly. 

There will be a memorial service from 11AM to 1PM on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at Roosevelt Memorial Baptist church, 101 Fitch Avenue, Auburn. Masks will be required at the church. There will be a gathering at Booker T. Washington Community Center at 2PM following the memorial service. A home going service and burial will take place in Clayton, AL. Condolences may be made www.brewfuneralhome.com

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