Roger Williams

William Roger Williams (September 22, 1933 – September 4, 2019) was an American politician from Georgia. He served two separate times in the Georgia House of Representatives—first as a Democrat, and then from 2001 to 2013 as a Republican.

Early life and education Williams was born into an Episcopalian family in Gainesville, Georgia, in 1933. After graduating from North Georgia College in 1954, he joined the United States Army, eventually rising to the rank of captain. He eventually became president of the Whitfield Finance Co. After five terms, Williams switched to the Republican Party and attempted to run for the Georgia State Senate. He lost narrowly on three occasions: first in 1986, then again in 1988 and 1992.

Williams returned to the Georgia House in 2001 via a special election following the unexpected death of State Representative Harold Mann. He served in the body until his retirement in 2013. Williams was later elected to the State Transportation Board from the 14th district.

Death Williams died following battles with Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease on September 4, 2019. Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives David Ralston memorialized Williams as "a dear friend of mine and a solid rock of wisdom and good counsel."