In the early morning hours of Saturday, January 7, 2017, the life of Jeffry Douglas Williams Sr. was abruptly cut short in Baltimore, Maryland. The 47-year-old was the victim of a fatal shooting, a harsh end to a life that had touched many within his community.
Known affectionately by friends and family as 'Jeffro' or simply 'Fro,' Jeffry was a man remembered for his loyalty and dependable nature.
He was a father to three sons, Jeffrey Jr., Raekwon, and Tyon, and a cherished son to his parents, Floyd and Betty Williams. His family life was extensive, with several brothers and a sister, and he was known to be particularly caring towards the younger and older generations, as well as those with disabilities.
Jeffry had a solid work ethic, having been employed by the City of Baltimore until an injury led him to leave that position. He then turned a self-taught skill into a part-time profession as a barber. In this role, he was known for his generosity, often making house calls to groom those who were shut-in or unable to travel to a shop. Friends and family recall his amusing stories of past mischief, a testament to a life lived with a sense of humor.
On the day of his death, Jeffry Douglas Williams Sr. was found in the 400 block of Parksley Avenue in Southwest Baltimore, having sustained fatal gunshot wounds. Despite the violent nature of his death, public information regarding the investigation has been scarce. To date, there have been no announced arrests, nor have any suspects been publicly identified in connection with his murder. The case remains a painful and unresolved chapter for his family and all who knew him.
