Arthur Williams

The Excelsior Standard, Sept. 11, 2026

Arthur “Ray” Williams, 61, of Excelsior Springs passed away July 31, 2026, at Riverbend Nursing and Rehab in Lexington. He was born June 22, 1965, in Excelsior Springs to Darle Williams and Donna Medley Williams. He worked multiple customer service jobs before becoming disabled. He was married to Miranda Butts of Blue Springs. Ray was preceded in death by his wife, Miranda; father, Darle; brother, Donald Williams; and brother-in-law, Bryce Craven.

Ray is survived by his sons, Leslie Dieball and Steven Williams (Susan); and daughter, Hailiegh Williams. Ray also leaves behind his mother, Donna (Medley-Williams) Kennedy; sister, Samatha Sue Craven; and brothers, Robert Williams (Mary) and Dennis Williams (Nicole).

Other survivors include two grandsons, Colton Ray Williams and Hunter James Williams; a nephew, Zachary Craven; two nieces, Lorri Schake and Heather Williams; a great-niece, Shandria Schake, a great-nephew, Nicholas Schake; and a step-granddaughter.

A celebration of life is pending.