The Trion City Schools community will gather this afternoon to celebrate the life and legacy of Superintendent Dr. Phil Williams, who passed away unexpectedly on November 7th from an apparent heart attack.

The school system announced that a public memorial service will be held today, Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the Trion High School Gymnasium. The event is structured as a drop-in congregation, allowing friends, family, and community members to pay their respects anytime between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM.

Dr. Williams’ sudden passing sent shock waves through the tight-knit Trion area, where he was highly regarded as a dedicated and influential educational leader.

In an announcement posted by the school system, the memorial is described as a celebration of the life of the “beloved Superintendent.”

Ceremony and Scholarship Details

The memorial service is designed to accommodate the large number of people wishing to honor Dr. Williams. While the event runs for two hours, a brief, formal remembrance ceremony is scheduled to begin promptly at 4:40 PM for those who wish to attend the formal portion of the tribute.

The school system has extended an invitation to “the entire Trion community, along with family, friends, classmates, and colleagues” to attend the afternoon gathering. Light refreshments will be served during the event.

Furthermore, details will be made available onsite for those interested in contributing to the Dr. Phil Williams Memorial Scholarship fund, which has been established in his honor to carry forward his commitment to local education.