Carmi Cullen Williams

Carmi Cullen (Jay or J-Solo) Williams, 49, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Saturday, August 24, in Wichita.

Carmi was born in Dayton, Ohio on November 19, 1974. He was adopted by his parents Henry Williams and Margaret Dunson-Williams. From Ohio to Kansas, Carmi never allowed her light to dim, her smile to be broken, or her heart to be defeated.

Carmi was deeply involved with the Ruff Ryders where he was known as “J-Solo” and served as Vice President of the Central Kansas Chapter. Aside from his work at Smokey Hills Construction, he had a passion for working on cars, spending time with friends and riding his bike. Carmi embraced life with love, joy and laughter.

A devoted member of St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church in Salina, Kansas, under the leadership of Reverend Allen D. Smith, Carmi was a staunch supporter of faith with his family, friends and community.

Carmi is survived by his son, J’Vaughn Flippin of Fort Worth, Texas; and daughter, Ayrie Moxter, of Salina, Kansas.

Carmi is also survived by his brothers, Henry L. Williams Jr. of Dayton, Ohio, Felicia

Williams-Tucker of Dayton, Ohio, Derek Williams of Dayton, Ohio and Shawnta Williams-Bridges (Bryon) of Dayton, Ohio.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Margaret Dunson-Williams and Henry L. Williams.

A memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m., Friday, September 6, at St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church in Salina, Kansas, with the Rev. Allen D. Smith officiating.

Donations can be made to a GoFundMe at https://gofund.me/9c84674b