Brian Douglas Williams, 58, of Webster Groves, Missouri, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2026.
Brian was born on January 18, 1968 in St. Louis, Missouri. Brian is survived by his loving wife Jennifer Williams(nee Marino); beloved children Alexander, Olivia, and Emily Williams; dear daughter-in-law, Cassie Williams and beloved granddaughter, Genevieve Williams. He is also survived by his brother, Scott Williams. Brian was a loving uncle, cousin, friend, coach and mentor. He was preceded in death by his parents, Glenn and Janice Williams and grandparents Hal and Elsie Blakeney of Poplar Bluff, MO.
Brian graduated from Webster Groves High School in 1986, he went on to study mechanical engineering at Iowa State University and then went on to earn his Masters of Business Administration at Washington University’s Olin School of Business. Brian spent 25 years working in Marketing at Nestle Purina Petcare Company, where he built a long and successful career.Brian was an avid golfer and ice hockey player, a dedicated youth softball/baseball and hockey coach, a music lover, and an unapologetic yacht rock radio enthusiast. Some of the most meaningful years of his life were spent coaching his children and being part of the things they loved. Whether he was at the hockey rink, on a softball/baseball field, on the golf course, or simply at home with his family, Brian found his greatest happiness in being a husband and a dad. He will be greatly missed by all.
A private family visitation will be held at Kutis Affton Funeral Home, followed by a private graveside service at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery on Friday, August 14, 2026. A casual gathering celebrating Brian’s life will be held on Sunday, August 16, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Llywelyn’s Pub, 17 Moody Ave., Webster Groves, MO63119. Everyone is welcome to join us and share your memories and stories and spend time amongst all of Brian’s loved ones. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Brian’s memory may be made to Siteman Cancer Center, St. Louis, MO.
My deepest condolences to Brian’s family and friends. I worked closely with Brian for 2 years on the same team at Purina. He was a kind and fun man to work with. He will be missed.
Sending my sincere sympathy. Praying for the family.
Eileen Dale & Family
I was so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. I had the privilege of working with Brian on the Pro Plan team at Purina, and he was truly one of the funniest people I ever worked with. He had a way of making the work—and the people around him—more fun.
I have such fond memories of our time together: back rooms of focus groups, our team’s trip to the Human Performance Institute, and events at Purina Farms when we were “living the brand.” Those experiences gave us plenty of stories and even more laughs, and Brian was at the center of so many of them.
My deepest condolences to his family, friends, and everyone who loved him. I will always remember him with that smile that is in the phot of this obituary.
Brian,
Thank you for all of the support over the years of SHO. I love that you and Mark and Dave used it as an excuse to get together annually. Some really great memories made w you amd around in our younger years. What a life you led. God Speed my friend. Thank you.! My love and condolences to your family.
David and I are so sorry in the loss of Brian. We know your family will miss him so much. David Blakeney and family and Susan Blakeney and family
Our deepest condolences to Brian’s family.
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
I am grateful that you all were a part of our hockey family! I always loved Brian’s joyful, kind presence. He was a wonderful Dad and seemed very thoughtful in has actions towards others, even when it wasn’t easy. I am deeply sorry for your loss! I’m sorry I missed the Llewelyn’s get together. I’m just now seeing this. Sending you all so much love….