Warren "Zach" Zachary Williams

Warren Zachary “Zach” Williams, age 33, passed away at home in Umatilla, Oregon, on May 15, 2025.

Born in Salem and raised in Umatilla, Zach left a lasting impression wherever he went—with his quick wit, big heart, and that signature Williams tauntingly playful grin they plaster on their face when they’re about to tell some messed up joke.

Zach was passionate about music, movies, and learning new things. He had a sharp mind and a sharper tongue, always ready with a joke, a deep conversation, or a well-placed one-liner that could make you laugh when you least expected it. He was kind, loyal, and deeply loving—hardworking to the core and endlessly proud of his family.

He is survived by his grandma Shirley Ann Robins, his parents, Shanda Denise Williams and Warren Bruce Williams; his siblings, Nicholas Marion Williams and Savannah Ann Williams; and his three children, Nicholas Dean Williams, Kaylee Ann Williams, and Lilian Michelle Williams, his loyal companion Keizer Sozay aka Barbara and countless other family members and friends who loved him.

Zach was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Virginia and Warren Williams and maternal grandfather, Rodney T Robins. 

Zach’s faith as a Christian grounded him through life’s ups and downs. He loved his family with everything he had, especially his kids, and took pride in being a dad, a brother, and a son.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. at the Hermiston Senior Center, Hermiston, Oregon.. All who knew and loved Zach are welcome to attend and celebrate his life.

In lieu of flowers, donations to support final expenses and Zach’s children can be made via the family’s GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/e74cbcd8

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Burns Mortuary of Hermiston, Oregon is in care of arrangements. 

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