Rushville—Francis L. “Frank” Williams, age 71, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Calling hours will be held on Friday, January 30, from 4-6 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home in Gorham. A private burial will take place in the spring in Rushville Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Frank’s name can be made to the Happy Hearts Workshop, 2751 State Route 364, Penn Yan, NY 14527.
Frank was born in Geneva General Hospital on January 15, 1955, to the late Nelson and Lily Williams. He was a graduate of Marcus Whitman School District, Class of 1974. Frank worked area jobs for several years before moving to South Carolina and worked there until his health declined. When Frank moved back to the Rushville area, he helped with Little League and later coached. Most recently, he spent a lot of time driving for the Mennonite community.
Frank is survived by his sisters, Anna Simmons, Lucy (Donald) Case, Mary (Jerry) Lazarus, Elise Hood; niece, Amber (Scott) Mack; as well as several other nieces and nephews. Frank was predeceased by his parents; brother, Leland Knuppenburg; brothers-in-law, Wilson Simmons and Bill Hood; and half-sister, Nancy Pollot.
Please visit www.perkinsamesfuneralhome.com to send a message of condolence to Frank’s family.