Statement from Brookhaven Mayor John Ernst

“I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dick Williams, a life-long newsman and husband to Brookhaven’s former mayor, Rebecca Chase Williams.  Dick was a tireless watchdog holding governments accountable, long before there was a City of Brookhaven.  His dedication to the ideals of honesty, integrity and service were the foundation upon his life’s work. In fact, Dick and Rebecca’s expectation that governments could and should do a better job was a catalyst in the creation of Brookhaven itself.  Dick’s legacy are those ideals in which this City was founded upon. I will personally miss our random and irreverent conversations about world events, news of the weird, or most often, the latest on the Atlanta Hawks. My prayers remain with his beloved family during this very difficult time.”

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