<!-- FH = Klingner-Cope at Rivermonte --><!-- DisplayFullObituaryText -->Kenneth W. WilliamsKenneth W. Williams, 81, of Springfield, MO passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2014. He was born in Sarcoxie, MO to William J. and Bernice (Pauley) Williams on January 6, 1933.He was a postal carrier for the US Dept of Labor and coached girl's softball teams. He had a wonderful sense of humor, enjoyed gardening, collecting coins and loved to travel and go to casinos.Kenneth is preceded in death by his parents; wife of 50 years, Anna; daughter Katherine; brother Melvin and his sister, Janice.He is survived by his children Kenneth Jr., Steve Allen, Marilyn Ann, David Neal, Leona Ruth, Bobbie Jean, Paul Curtis and Vaughn Franklin; 21 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren; 3 sisters Velma Williams, Carol Hall and Norma Cantu; his brother Nelson Williams and a host of family and friends.Memorial donations may be made in honor of Kenneth to Mercy Hospice 1570 W. Battlefield Rd Springfield, MO 65807.A visitation will be held on Sunday, May 18, 2014 from 4-5 p.m. at Klingner-Cope Family Funeral Home at Rivermonte Chapel 4500 S. Lone Pine Ave. Springfield, MO with service to follow at 5 p.m. burial to take place at a later date in Rivermonte Memorial Gardens.Online condolences may be made at www.klingner-rivermonte.com