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the Williamses<br />
Tell us about your family.<br />
We are the Williams Family, Sharron U. Williams, Freddy E. Williams,<br />
Philemon Williams, and Fredrick K. Tate<br />
What are some of your favorite things about<br />
Madison County?<br />
We love the variety of restaurants, parks, and other amenities that have been<br />
developed in Madison. In addition, we love to see the growth in Madison<br />
which increases the tax base to foster community and economic development<br />
opportunities for a better quality of life for all residents. From the rural roads<br />
to the urban landscape, our community is ever-changing in the city we call<br />
home. In addition, the increased activities that are offered are great. We don’t<br />
have to drive far to be entertained.<br />
What accomplishments make you proud<br />
during your time living in Madison County?<br />
We stand on the shoulders of our grandmother, the late Fannie Patterson<br />
Williams Sanders, who was a civil rights activist. Among her dedicated civic<br />
leadership activities in the Madison community, she served as president of<br />
the segregated Rosa Scott School PTA during the 1960s where she fought<br />
for public education for all children. As direct beneficiaries, and to continue<br />
the legacy of our grandmother’s focus on public education, my siblings and<br />
I (a total of 7) attended Rosa Scott Middle School and graduated from<br />
Madison-Ridgeland High School. Additionally, we are excited to see there<br />
are now three high schools that offer multiple opportunities for the students<br />
and community.<br />
What do you love about JSU?<br />
My siblings and I attended JSU and are now a part of the alumni association.<br />
Our proud parents, Annie and the late Fillmore Williams, supported seven<br />
JSU alums – Ralph J. Williams, Esq. (Lake Charles, Louisiana), Queen E.<br />
Williams-Bennett, Freddy E. Williams, Jackie L. Williams, Ph.D. (Washington,<br />
D.C.), Philemon Williams, Annie L. Williams (Portland, Oregon), and Sharron U.<br />
Williams, Ph.D. While attending JSU, each one of us participated in several<br />
activities and/or organizations. Our love of JSU extends from alumni<br />
meetings, football games, the band, and Sonny the Tiger. JSU has a rich<br />
history and legacy. To continue this tradition, we often give back to the<br />
university and offer support to current students, through scholarship and<br />
mentorship. We truly “BLEED BLUE” for JSU.<br />
What’s your favorite thing to do as a family?<br />
Our family loves to cook. Each one of us has a specialty item that we are<br />
known for. Cooking for holidays and tailgating is what we do each year.<br />
You will often see friends and family at our home or our tailgate spot. You can<br />
find me cooking on a Friday night or early Saturday morning. A variety of<br />
food is offered at tailgating such as spaghetti, cabbage, greens, pasta salad,<br />
ribs, chicken, and roasted corn. The spaghetti or the pasta is what goes first.<br />
FAVORITE TAILGATE RECIPE<br />
Tri-Color Pasta Salad<br />
• 12 ounces tricolor spiral pasta<br />
• 2 tomatoes, chopped<br />
• 1 cucumber, chopped<br />
• 1 red onion, chopped<br />
• 4 oz. jar of pimentos<br />
• Salad seasoning<br />
• Italian salad dressing<br />
In a Dutch oven, cook pasta according to<br />
package directions. Drain and rinse in cold<br />
water. Transfer to a large bowl and let chill.<br />
Dice the tomatoes, onions, and cucumbers.<br />
Add all ingredients to the chilled pasta.<br />
Add the Italian salad dressing and salad<br />
seasoning. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour<br />
or until completely cold.<br />
Hometown MADISON • 55
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