Alvin (Pucci) Williams

ALVIN WILLIAMS , son of the late Eva Williams and George Haralee was born on July 27, 1957, in Baltimore, Maryland. He departed this life on December 18, 2023, at the age of 66.

Alvin, affectionately known as "Pucci" was educated in the Baltimore City Public School System. He graduated from Dunbar Senior High School in 1976.

With a passion and interest in hair care, Pucci attended the Academy of Hair Design where he earned his Master Barber's License. He would work in several barber shops throughout the city and he met many clients that became lifelong friends. His clients followed him wherever he went to get that specialty haircut that he was best known for. Foe several years, Pucci worked at Broadway Services as a security guard, and he also worked at Construction Labor Union Local 921 until he became disabled.

Alvin accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior. In 1999, he joined Israel Baptist Church of Baltimore City and served on the Security Ministry.

In 2001, Pucci met and married the love of his life, Rozena Smith. They shared 22-yeaars of true love, which epitomized their vows; "What therefore God hath joined together, let no man put asunder" (Matthew 19.6).

Pucci was truly loved by his family and friends. He was a comedian, always cracking jokes and making everyone laugh. All of his clients could share a funny story or two. Pucci absolutely loved to dance. He would be the first person on the dance floor when his favorite songs were played. Even as his mobility became limited, he still hit the Cha Cha Slide with the help of his cane.

Pucci's wonderful memories will forever be cherished by his devoted wife, Rozena Smith-Williams; daughter, Lenay Williams; stepson, Shawn Reid (Niole); seven grandchildren, Montrel, Joseph, K'Ciya, Korri, Donte, Shawn Jr. and Kiyan; sister, Patricia Cooper (Ralph); three brothers, Edward Williams, Alton Williams and Rodney Williams; four sisters-in-law; Marilyn Holmes (Carroll), Patreea Brown (Herb), Terry Smith and Yvette Smith and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives.