Edward Michael Williams, 41, of Clifton passed away on April 4, 2011. Born in Paterson, he was raised and lived all of his life in Clifton and was a parishioner of St. Paul's RC Church, Clifton.

A 1987 Graduate of Clifton High School, Edward graduated Summa Cum Laude from Essex County Community College in Newark. Edward was a Physical Therapy Assistant at St. Mary's Hospital in Passaic for many years, who helped and inspired all those in his care. A talented musician and song writer, Edward was a Founding Member of the Thrash Metal Band "Snag", and was an avid Fisherman and A Gift to All.

Beloved son of James T. and Rosalyn (Semeraro) of Milford, PA. Dear brother of James T., Jr. and his wife Sharon of Newton. Cherished grandson of Elda (Rosolen) Semeraro of Clifton. Loving fiancee of Yvette Valentin and her son Adam Alkhateeb. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and treasured friends.

Funeral Saturday 8 AM at the Shook Funeral Home, 639 Van Houten Ave., Clifton, and 9 AM at St. Paul's RC Church, Clifton. Interment, East Ridgelawn Cemetery, Clifton. Visiting Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. www.shookfh.com