Hasan J. Williams Obituary (1990

Hasan Jaliyl Williams, the son of Dr. Sherida Lynn Williams and Peter Lamont Hawkins was born on September 12, 1990, in St. Francis Medical Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at 2:18pm. Hasan was a graduate of Palm Beach Central High School, class of 2008 in Wellington, FL. and then attended Full Sail University in Winter Park, FL. where he studied Music Production. Hasan was always studious and creative with a passion for writing and creating music. Hasan's devotion and dedication to his musical craft was filled with meaningful lyrics that was a reflection of real life. He aspired to use his music industry platform to address and combat social injustice. His strong spiritual relationship with God allowed him to quote bible verses on a whim. His connection with God developed into a relationship that was evidenced by his writing a gospel rap song for his mother, that she will always cherish. From the time that Hasan was a child, he had an awesome sense of humor and he was wise beyond his years. He was a teacher and leader. He grew to become a protector and all-around awesome big brother with many words of wisdom and direction for his younger siblings. He was his mother's confidant and support which allowed the family to continue to progress and achieve the unimaginable. Hasan departed this life February 24, 2020 in McKeesport, PA. He leaves to cherish his memories a loving Mother, Dr. Sherida Williams; Father Peter Hawkins; Grandparents: Carol Elaine Williams (Mama), Michael Armstrong (Pap-Pap), Patricia Hawkins (Nan), Dr. Nina Ferguson (Nanni), Reverend James Ferguson (PaPa); Siblings: Khalif Aki Williams, Malik Qadir Williams, Quadirria Imani WyGant, Kevin Demetri WyGant, Devin Thomas WyGant, Zion Marie Pickens, Peter Hawkins, Jr., Ja-Lisa Hawkins, Shartanai Hawkins, Ta-Joir Johnson and a plethora of Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and friends. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted into the care of the Lakeside Funeral Home & Cremation Care Family, "Where Every Life is Cherished & Every Family is Treasured" 11347 Okeechobee Blvd., Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411 Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lakesidefuneralcare.com for the Williams family.