Rodger "Rod" Williamson of Crawfordsville passed away Saturday at Franciscan Health.  He was 62.

Born July 10, 1959 in Crawfordsville, he was the son of Roger "Tom" Williamson and Nancy Williamson.  He graduated from Crawfordsville High School and went to school in Texas to earn his certification as an electrician.  He then worked for several years in Indianapolis as an electrician.

He was a member of the Masonic Lodge.  He enjoyed tinkering (like his dad) and was a racing fan, especially NASCAR.  He liked flowers and had a green thumb.  He also embraced his inner cowboy.

Surviving family includes: son, Justin Williamson; two daughters, Lindsay Williamson and Kristina (Darius) Price; brother, Reid Williamson; granddaughter, whom he adored, Nora; his dog, Jovick.

He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother, Randy.

Visitation will be from 2 to 5 PM Friday at Burkhart Funeral Home, 201 West Wabash, Crawfordsville.  His family will have a service at 5 PM.