Richard Franklin Williams "Frank", 72, of Upper Marlboro, MD passed away on September 1, 2011 in Prince Frederick, MD. Frank was born in Washington, D.C. to Richard and Ethelyn Williams.

As a professional, his career was in the field of electronics and also the Federal government, working in the Food and Drug Administration.

He is survived by his wife, Betsy Cox, of Upper Marlboro; and his daughter Vanessa DeVries and her husband, Kevin of Port Republic, MD. He is also survived by his grandchildren Alan Ridgely and Ashtyn DeVries; and by his sister, Betty Riley and brother, John Williams and his wife Rita.

A memorial service will be held at the Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department, 4030 Old Town Rd, Huntingtown, MD 20639, on Friday, September 23, 2011, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Memorial contributions may be made to Chesapeake Bay Foundation, 6 Herndon Ave, Annapolis, MD 21403.

Arrangements provided by Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Port Republic, MD.