2024 Honoree

Wes Williams

Wes Williams is a Chattanooga native. Born and raised in Ringgold, GA, he is currently serving in his favorite role as “Big Man” to three young grandsons. Daddy to 7, and husband for 31 years to Kelia, Wes is known for his decades of service to various faith-based organizations including as the founder of Young America Ministries, a children’s outreach, he served as the former head coach to the Boyd Buchanan Wrestling team and was past rodeo announcer.

He is an avid hunter and fisherman and finding ways to adapt to the sports as a quadriplegic has not slowed him down. He’s always ready for a family get-together or a road trip. His loyal heart, big smile and winning attitude is a motivator for all who are blessed to know him. He says, “I have ALS, but ALS doesn’t have me.”