Trevon Jamel Williams

Trevon Jamel Williams "Life Coach" On March 25, 1986, the world was blessed and gifted with a strong and determined baby boy named Trevon Jamel Williams. His mother, Yvonne Williams and father Wayne Robert Villafranco knew the day they looked into his eyes, he was a unique gift from our Father above. Trevon later created the name for himself "Life Coach", and was also known by friends as "Big Bro Deacon Blu" but affectionately called by his family "Tray". At a young age, Trevon spent his life dedicated to servanthood, walking in the purpose and calling that God gave him. He accomplished so much in his short life of thirty-four years with the grace and favor of God. Trevon accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior at a young age and continued to faithfully serve. His love and dedication to Jesus was shown in his consistent attendance in children's church at Faithful Central Bible Church under the pastoral leadership of Bishop Kenneth C. Ulmer and the Children's Church Pastors, LaRoya Jordan and Dr. Terri McCaskill. He also served on the usher board during his youth, teen, and young adult years. This is where Trevon first began to learn about serving others. Tray's mother taught him that being a Christian meant more than just attending church weekly. So, he spent time teaching 5th graders in the children's ministry and leading praise and worship on Sundays. With his unique style of sharing God's word, he was dedicated to teaching children and loved encouraging and speaking into their lives. The seeds for community service and education were planted firmly into Trevon by his nurturing mother and Aunt Yvette, who themselves are educators. Trevon attended West Angeles Christian Academy and K-Anthony Elementary School in Los Angeles. He attended Paul Revere Middle School in Los Angeles and Palisades High School. He spent his final 12th grade year at Mayfair High School in Lakewood. Trevon loved learning and began his collegiate journey at California State University, Long Beach. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Africana Studies and a Masters of Arts in Public Policy and Administration. He worked as a long-term substitute for Long Beach, Compton, Bassett, Temple City and Pasadena Unified. Trevon decided to change his career goal of becoming a lawyer to working in the educational field. He saw the need for positive black role models and educators for the urban youth. He went back to school, and obtained a 2nd Master of Arts degree in Education from Loyola Marymount University. Trevon was currently working on his PHD in Urban Educational Leadership on a full scholarship at Claremont McKenna College. His goal was to impact the field of education by becoming a principal and superintendent for an inner-city school district. He wanted to improve the quality of learning for all students of every ethnicity. One of Trevon's long- term goals was to run for governor for the state of California. He also wanted to become the United States Secretary of Education to influence change. While attending California State University, Long Beach and throughout Trevon's life, he continued to pursue goals. He created innovative ideas, networked, volunteered, mentored, and shared his wisdom with others. He was involved in various collegiate activities. While attending California State University, Long Beach, he participated in the Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) student government, creating the first twenty-four hour library study hall as a senator. He was a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Alpha Mu Omega Discipleship Fraternity, Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society, Senator for Graduate Students of Loyola Marymount University (GSLMU), and Cluster Supervisor for Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti's office. Trevon was also the chief financial officer for the NAACP College Long Beach Chapter. He organized camps for sailing, tennis and golf for underprivileged children. He held toy drives, facilitated and directed tutorial programs for inner city communities. His mentorship and influence crossed all ethnicities and cultures. He did what he could as a supporter and leader for his family, church and community. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, listening to gospel music, traveling, golfing, fishing, networking, and debating on various life topics. You can always find him laughing and enjoying a good conversation over lunch or dinner with others. He was thoughtful, observant, appreciated others, and his smile and laughter would light up any room he entered. The Lord granted his wings and halo on December 12, 2020. Trevon Williams leaves his cherishable memories and special moments of love to his mother: Yvonne Williams, father Wayne Robert VillaFranco, aunts Yvette Williams, Vernette Williams, and Verna Cone, his uncles Major Williams, Jon Cone and David Shawn Williams. He is also survived by a host of cousins, relatives and friends. Tray called many of his close friends family, and each and every one of them were cherished and dear to his heart. He also leaves his lifelong brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., his Godbrother Kameron D. Milton, students and the faculty at Bassett Unified School District. Trevon has joined in glory, his grandmother Dorothy Mae Williams, aunt Valerie Ann Williams and uncle Michael Paul Williams and many others in the family who are no longer with us. "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16 Visitation Sierra Memorial Chapel Mortuary 951-687-0551 | Thursday 1/7, 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Service Sierra Memorial Chapel Mortuary 951-687-0551 | Friday 1/8, 11:00 am https://www.oneroomstreaming.com/view/authorise.php?k=160983549793574 Cemetery Olivewood Memorial Park. 3300 Central Ave. Riverside, CA 92506 951-683-6611 | Friday 1/8, 1:30 pm