Claude Manly Williams M.D.

Claude Manly Williams, 94, of Media, PA passed away on February 17, 2025. He was the fourth of five children born to Claude and Blanche Williams on August 3, 1930 in Mechanicsburg, PA. Claude graduated from Mechanicsburg High School in 1948 and then enrolled at Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA where he completed his Bachelor of Science degree in 1952. He attended Medical School at Jefferson Medical College (now Thomas Jefferson University) in Philadelphia, where he graduated in 1956 with a specialty in Obstetrics & Gynecology. Claude went on to complete his internship at Harrisburg Hospital in Harrisburg, PA. He began his residency at Harrisburg Hospital and worked there until he entered the U.S. Army. Claude was stationed at Fort Lawton in Seattle, WA with the rank of Captain, and it was there that he met his future wife, Lois M. Williams. Claude and Lois were married in March, 1960. After completing their service with the army they moved to Harrisburg, PA where Claude finished his residency at Harrisburg Hospital. He then accepted an OB/GYN fellowship in endocrinology at Jefferson Medical College and moved to the Philadelphia area. After completing the fellowship, Dr. Williams went into private practice in Springfield, PA with Dr. Earl Trout. Dr. Williams became a member of the medical staff at Delaware County Memorial Hospital (DCMH) and over time was named Department Director of OB/GYN. He was passionate about his profession and cared deeply for both his patients and the staff he worked with at the hospital. Claude retired from private practice in 1996 but continued working at DCMH, first as a surgical assistant in the O.R. and then as part of Pre Admission Testing (PAT). Dr. Williams retired fully from medicine around 2018 but he continued to keep in touch with the doctors and nurses he worked with at Delaware County Memorial Hospital. In addition to medicine, Claude was equally dedicated to serving his fellow man both in his community and globally. He was a member of the Springfield, PA Rotary Club at its inception, served a couple of terms as its president and remained a member until the club disbanded sometime around 2011. Claude was also a Gundaker Fellow for Rotary International in District 7450. He was recognized in 2008 for his service by having his name placed on the Springfield Volunteer Memorial Wall. Claude was also a world traveler, and with his wife Lois, he enjoyed taking trips with friends and family, throughout the United States and abroad. At home, he enjoyed spending time with family and friends, dining out, reading, collecting coins and stamps, and attending church. He was a lifelong Phillies fan, developing a passion for the team as a child listening to the games on the radio. He also loved the Philadelphia Eagles and was a season ticket holder at the Vet for many years. Claude was a dedicated husband to his wife Lois until her death in 2018 and a devoted father to his 2 children – Phyllis and Michael (Tania). In addition to his children, he is survived by his 2 grandchildren, Jeremy Willsbrough (Joss) and Rachel Norman (Taylor); 2 great grandchildren, Baker and Shepherd Norman; and a host of loving nieces and nephews. A Memorial/Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 am (visitation with the family beginning at 10am) on Saturday, March 1 at the Church of Christ of West Chester, 1326 Park Avenue, West Chester, PA, 19380. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Church of Christ at West Chester, PA.

Claude Manly Williams M.D.

August 3, 1930 - February 17, 2025