Frederick L. Williams, 81, of Kennett Square, died peacefully after a long illness at Christiana Hospital in Newark on Saturday, April 16. He was a resident of Linden Hall and Friends Home in Kennett Square. Born in West Grove, he was a son of the late Paul T. Williams and the late Vivian L. (Edwards) Williams.

Fred was a graduate of Oxford High School, Class of 1960. After graduation, Fred worked for many years for the NVF Company in Yorklyn. During his life, he lived in Downingtown, Florida, Oxford, and was a longtime resident of Chatham.

Fred is survived by his brothers, Paul Williams and Thomas Williams; several nieces and nephews, and his cats Arlo and Bree. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother.

Services and interment will be held privately. Contributions in his memory may be made to the SPCA of Chester County https://bvspca.org/donate/. Arrangements are by Matthew J. Grieco of Grieco Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. (484-734-8100) To view his online tribute, please visit www.griecofunerals.com