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Jayquan A. Williams, 18

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. —

Jayquan Alan “Jay” Williams, 18, of North Adams, died unexpectedly on September 2, 2026.

He was born in North Adams on June 28, 2008, a son of Tina (Peters) Williams and Timothy Williams. He attended schools in both North Adams and Adams and graduated from Hoosac Valley High School in June.

At this time of his passing, Jay was working for A-1 Construction in Clarksburg.

He enjoyed scootering and riding BMX bikes and motorcycles, and also liked doing mechanical work and playing video games.

Jay is survived by his mother, Tina Williams, and his “Step Brad”, Bradley Grant, of North Adams; his father, Timothy Williams of Sunderland, MA; his brother Quintin Williams (Trinity) of North Adams; his sisters Janayah Williams (Devon), and Alexis Williams, both of North Adams; his two nieces Delaney Jay Williams and Anita Rose Jennings, both of North Adams; his maternal grandmother, Susan King of North Adams; his maternal grandfather, Michael Peters of Shelburne Falls; step grandma Brenda Grant of Cheshire; cousin Kaylub Peters of North Adams; his girlfriend, Idahlia Frazier of Adams; as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Calling hours for Jay will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 9th from 4 to 7 PM in the PACIOREK FUNERAL HOME, 13 Hoosac St. Adams. Relatives and friends are invited.

To leave a message of condolence, or for directions, please go online to www.paciorekfuneral.com  


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So sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
from: Sandyon: 09-11-2026

We cannot imagine the pain you are feeling w the tragic loss of such a sweet boy. Sending you love n prayers and thinking of you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. We hope your memories help ease what you are going through... So sorry...
from: Karen n Chipon: 09-10-2026

I do not know him or his family, but my son is the same age. I cannot imagine the loss you are feeling. My heart goes out to all of you. I am so very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies..
from: Meghan Gon: 09-09-2026

Tina and family, there are no words to express the depth of your loss. I am incredibly sorry for such a tremendous heartbreak you all (and our community) are feeling right now. Please reach out if you need when things start to settle down. Those seem to be the hardest days where you feel most alone. I am sending you all my love and prayers of strength and comfort during this difficult time. - Aron and Hannah's Momma
from: Toni Con: 09-08-2026

Bryce and I are so very very sorry for your loss. If there is anything at all that we can do for you or your family please don't hesitate to ask us.
from: Deborah Gifford-Cohen and Bryce W Cohen on: 09-07-2026

Please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences.
from: John Giffordon: 09-07-2026

So heartbreaking to hear this sad loss such a beautiful young man who had his whole life a head of him I didn’t know his family but sending you condolences and strength to get through this difficult time may he rest in peace
from: on: 09-07-2026

It was with great sadness and a heavy heart that I read of Jayquan’s passing. Jayquan was a student in my United States history class; I remember him as a kind and respectful young man. It is very tragic to lose someone so young. My condolences to his family and loved ones; you are all in my thoughts.
from: Stephanie Somerville on: 09-06-2026

I don't know you but I just wanted to tell you how very sorry I am for your loss please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences.
from: John Gifford on: 09-06-2026

Very heartbreaking to read this even though I don’t know the family sending my condolences such a beautiful young man with his whole life ahead of him taken way too soon may you find comfort during this difficult time
from: on: 09-06-2026

I'm so sorry for your tragic loss.
from: Dan Scarboon: 09-05-2026

I don’t know you either. How tragic. Such a handsome young man. I am very sorry for your loss.
from: Kathy Denaulton: 09-05-2026

We are so sorry for your loss.
from: Tom & Pam Kidderon: 09-05-2026

Iam sad to read this tragedy. What a handsome young man.
God Bless!!
Martha Labbee
from: on: 09-05-2026

I don't know you or your family, but my heart goes out to you all. My sincere condolences to you.
from: Jon: 09-05-2026

Tina and family, I don’t know what to say so sadden. My prayers are with you all.
from: Nanette Schmidton: 09-05-2026

I don’t know you but I have a son this age. I’m so sorry for your tragic loss. Keeping you in my thoughts.
from: Becky Moyeron: 09-05-2026

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