Braeden Williams

Braeden Williams, lovingly known as “Bubbs,” and “Bwill” was born on April 29, 1999, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He passed away on December 31, 2025, at his home in Kennett, Missouri.  

Braeden was deeply loved and will be forever cherished by his parents, Tiffanie and Ricky Jamison, and Kevin and Mindy Williams.  He leaves behind his two favorite girls Eliza & Brynn. And his siblings, Dylan, Ally, Taylor, Deija, Raquel, Taylor, Bailey, Cody, Mattie, and Myles, who were an important part of his life. He is also survived by his grandparents, Carol Moss; Gary and Deanna Hickey; Krista Jamison; and Sandra Moore.

Braeden was surrounded by a large, loving family that included his great-aunt, Donna Walters; his uncle Dan Schultz; Tommy Swindle; aunts Kendra Hale, Kari Jamison, and Michelle Peerson; and great-uncles Lanny and Greg. He was a proud cousin to Jason, Emily, Deseray, Teiona, and many others, and a devoted uncle to his nephews, Willson, Miller, and Cason, whom he loved dearly.  

He was preceded in death by Aunt Christie, Granny, Aunt Pam, Hunter, Mem, two grandfathers, and his childhood close friend, Kyler Williams.

Braeden served as a teacher and coach at Kennett Public Schools in Kennett, Missouri, a role that perfectly reflected who he was. He had a true gift for connecting with kids and reminding them of their potential. His passion for sports, his quick wit, and his huge heart left a lasting impression on students, athletes, coworkers, and friends alike.  

Outside of the classroom and gym, Braeden loved all things sports, adored his animals Duke and Kitty, and took pride in his shoe collection. He enjoyed drawing, music, and watching Stranger Things. Most of all, he loved mentoring children of all ages and spending time with the people who mattered most to him. Family and friends were everything to Braeden. His smile could light up a room, and his laughter was contagious. He loved fiercely, lived fully, and gave his whole heart to those around him.  

Braeden will be deeply missed by many and remembered always by those who loved him most—especially his godmother, Claire “nauna” Krystal, Jeremell, Jayden, and Mason; Toni and Isabella; Tanner; Emily and Sean; Ben and Ashley; Jordan and family; RJ and family; John Barnes; Bradon and Tammy; Zane and family; Teddy Asp; Kyle Moore; Coach McBroom; Mrs Kathy (mom in Kennett) and the coaches, staff, and communities of Kennett, Missouri; Paragould, Arkansas; and his hometown of Fayetteville.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 10, at 1:00 p.m. at Christian Life Cathedral in Fayetteville. Burial will follow in Fairview Memorial Gardens in Fayetteville.