John R. Williams John R. Williams, 91, a retired colonel, died Thursday, March 20, 2003, after a lengthy illness. The graveside service will be in May at Fairview Cemetery in Au Sable Forks, N.Y. Fairchild Burial & Cremation Services (386-8686) is handling arrangements. Col. Williams was born in Au Sable Forks and resided in Tallahassee for the past 22 years.He is survived by his wife, Jeanne Williams; two grandchildren, John Kenyon of Tallahassee and Megan Kenyon of Auburn, Ala. He was preceded in death by two daughters, Susan and Cynthia.