Wendell Galen Williamson, 70, passed away on August 5, 2026. He was born on June 27, 1956, in Houston, Texas, to Charles Douglas Williamson and Geneva Louise Grimes Williamson.

Wendell was a lifelong Houstonian. He grew up in Southeast Houston in Glenbrook Valley. He accepted Jesus as his personal savior as a child while attending Southeast Baptist Church. He graduated from Milby High School with the Class of 1974. Afterwards, he attended San Jacinto Jr. College, where he earned his Associate’s Degree, and proceeded to attend the University of
Houston, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree.

He spent a dedicated part of his career teaching English and History at Sugar Land Middle School. He was a faithful member of Sugar Creek Baptist Church in Sugar Land, Texas, and was dedicated to his weekly men’s bible study group.

In addition to his love of teaching, Wendell was a talented pencil artist for more than thirty years and traveled around the country selling his pencil drawings at various arts and craft shows. He was well known for his unique artistic style, especially how he would hide Bible verses in all of his artwork. He saw this as a way to share his Christian faith with the world.

Wendell loved history. In particular, he had a deep passion for Texas History and Civil War era American History. He was also an avid collector of antique guns, especially flintlocks, since childhood.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Douglas and Geneva Louise Williamson, and his brother, Darrell Williamson.

Wendell is survived by his loving wife of thirty-three years, Stephanie Williamson; his daughters, Annalena Russo and her husband, Randy, and Danielle Williamson; his sons, Nathan Williamson and Noah Williamson; and his brother, Darwin Williamson.

A memorial service celebrating Wendell’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 14, 2026, at Sugar Creek Baptist Church Chapel, with Pastor Cliff Cummings officiating.