Patricia "Patti" Gay Williams

Patricia “Patti” Gay Williams, 61, of Vidor, Texas, passed away on September 20, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 26, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Mauriceville. Officiating will be Brother Kevin Brown. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, September 25, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Mauriceville.

Born in Houston, Texas, on June 24, 1964, she was the daughter of Joe Ernest Martin and Patsie Ruth (McDaniel) Martin. Patti was a beloved daughter, known to many as a little dynamite, whose infectious laughter and warm smile could brighten anyone's day. She brought joy to those around her not just with her humor but also through her wonderful voice as a dedicated member of The Martin Family Trio for 51 years. Patti was also actively involved in the children's church, showing her deep commitment to helping others. Patti had a passion for life that was evident in her hobbies. She enjoyed helping those in need, especially caring for her mother. Her love for her dogs was just one of the many ways she expressed her nurturing spirit. Patti will be remembered for her big heart, her dedication to her faith, and for the laughter she shared with everyone who was fortunate enough to know her.

She was preceded in death by her husband Johnny Williams; father, Joe Daddy Martin; and brother, Joey Martin.

She is survived by her mother, Mama Pat Martin; siblings, Lisa Martin, Kerry Longoria and spouse Lyndon, Lindsay Murphy and spouse Jimmie; nieces, Sarah Martin and Hope Martin; nephew, Asa Longoria; cousin, Robin Crozier.

Serving as pallbearers will be Fred Hanauer, Danny Dunlap, Rick Carrell, Mark Stephenson, Mark Quinn, and Asa Longoria. Honorary pallbearer will be Jimmie Murphy.