Gerald F. “Punch” Williamson, 83, of Laramie, passed away on November 8, 2025 in Laramie. He was born December 24, 1941.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 13 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Matthews Cathedral in Laramie, Wyoming.
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Nov 25Gerald F. “Punch” Williamson, 83, of Laramie, passed away on November 8, 2025 in Laramie. He was born December 24, 1941.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 13 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Matthews Cathedral in Laramie, Wyoming.
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Thank you Punch, dear friend. You are missed in our community and are irreplaceable. May you know comfort, may you know joy, may you know love, may you know peace. Forever now at home with your beloved Amy. We’ll strike the bell in your honor…Godspeed, dear friend.
Punch, you have been a wonderful friend and business partner. Your vast knowledge on many subjects, your kindness and your energy have touched so many lives. You will be missed by those who knew you all over the world. Your sense of humor was outstanding and I appreciated you laughing and putting up with all of my (dad jokes).
I will miss the late night calls of "Hey, want to come hold notes while I tune the 7-47?" Always an honor to say yes, and to learn, and just to be with.
Thank you Punch. Ditto kztie.
.My sympathy to your family. I will miss you. You were a great person. I love orangeie and whitess.The neighborhood will not be the. Same. Thanks for.being kind. Amen.
Dear cousin, I was in the process of sending you our Christmas card when I learned of your passing. You brought such positive energy, intelligence, optimism, good humor, and radiance to this world. It will be a colder and bleaker place without you. The music in Laramie has gone silent, but the music in heaven is more joyous. Goodbye, primo.
Oh my, Punch was such a powerful and kind soul. A mentor and friend. I am so glad I got to see him a couple months ago as I drove through Laramie on a recent road trip. It just won’t be the same without him. Sending my love to everyone whose life he touched.
The Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing was blessed to have the beautiful organ music provided by Punch for all of our student events. We so enjoyed his musical talents and his fine sense of humor. He will be missed by everyone in our School. Blessings to Punch's family.
Punch was the epotime of a fine gentleman with an enormous heart and the energy of a teenager. Nobody could put a smile on your face like Punch! I will miss him deeply. My heartfelt condolences to his family. He will remain in my memory forever!
Punch was always available to listen and share his positive thoughts and energy. We became life long friends in Waco Texas and joined Amy and Punch at their wedding. They will be missed. My thoughts and prayers to their families.
I used to live down the street from Punch. He was a nice guy and was always pleasant to speak with. I remember that he kept a nice yard and really made the neighborhood look great. My prayers and condolences to his family.
Gerald F. “Punch” Williamson. Truly one of a kind. A very special man. During the time I was minister at the Laramie United Methodist Church, he was a good friend, willingly giving of his talents if we needed held at the church. Well done, Punch. Rest from your labors, rest in peace.
I'd always thought there would be more days with Punch around. He could always be depended on. Now who's gonna spray paint my hubcaps. Punch, you were a damn fine one, and my life is forever blessed for having known you. PS: I hope someone gets the rum puddings from the closet.
Punch was a dear and remarkable man who leaves a Mount Everest of good deeds behind. His kindness permutated everyone who had contact with him. He was a fabulous musician and kept the bells ringing in Laramie. His hands improved every pipe organ in town. He was fount of knowledge in almost every area that could be imagined. One winter I watch him rebuild the engine of a Rolls Royce with the precision of a master mechanic. Most of all he was a dear friend and will be in my thoughts as long as I breathe.
Punch, You will be remembered as one incredibly awesome guy. Thank you for welcoming our family when we first started attending St. Matthew's. Thank you for your knowledge and support on the Vestry, as well as for all your talents and labors as Junior Warden and Organist. Your talents are unequaled. We will all miss your smile, your sense of humor, your never-ending endeavors, your wonderfully unique choice of cars, your drive to pitch in and help, and your generally uplifting and positive presence. You were a good friend. We miss you. All the best and prayers for your children, family, and friends.