Photos for Headline Surfer / TOP: SCSO Detention Deputy Corey Williams is shown with his wife, Rahsaanda Jecinia Williams, and their daughter, Chasity Denise Williams, along with Sheriff Dennis Lemma. Deputy Williams, 47, passed away earlier this month. BELOW: Deputy Williams is shown with his wife, Rahsaanda.
By HENRY FREDERICK / Headline Surfer
SANFORD, Fla. -- It is with "profound sadness" that the Seminole County Sheriff's Office shares the passing of Detention Deputy Corey Williams, who has passed away peacefully at his home. He was 47 years old.
"Deputy Williams was a valued member of our agency who first served with the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office as a Detention Deputy from April 1999 to December 2019," Sheriff Dennis Lemma said. "His dedication to service led him to return to our agency in September 2024."
"Deputy Williams was a valued member of our agency who first served with the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office as a Detention Deputy from April 1999 to December 2019," Sheriff Dennis Lemma said. "His dedication to service led him to return to our agency in September 2024." His wife and his daughter survive Deputy Williams. He also leaves behind several family members who work for the SCSO.
"Deputy Williams was a valued member of our agency who first served with the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office as a Detention Deputy from April 1999 to December 2019," Sheriff Dennis Lemma (shown here) said. "His dedication to service led him to return to our agency in September 2024." His wife and his daughter survive Deputy Williams. He also leaves behind several family members who work for the SCSO.
"Please keep the Williams family and our colleagues in the Department of Corrections in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate this difficult time," Lemma said, adding, "Deputy Williams’ legacy of service and dedication will not be forgotten."
Obituary: Corey Dwayne Williams, age 47, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Born on August 13, 1977, in Sanford, Florida, Corey Dwayne Williams (affectionately known as “My Sunshine” by his wife and “Commercial Corey” by his extended family and friends) was the proud son of the late Mrs. Denise Williams and Mr. Willie Williams.
Corey’s formative years were spent in Midway, FL, where he was educated in the Seminole County Public School system. He graduated from Pine Ridge High School in 1996 with a desire to give back to his community. Corey dedicated his life to service as a 20-year employee of the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office. His steady presence, uplifting words of encouragement, and unwavering commitment to his community made him a mentor to his colleagues as well as some of the young men serving their sentence.
Outside of work, Corey found joy in pursuing his entrepreneurial goals in music and fitness, and his leadership and talents were displayed in both. Whether in the studio with Big Fish, in front of the camera with Princess Chasity recording the “Pretty Girl Rock” Anthem, or simply vibing with his favorite playlist, music was his escape, his expression, and a gift he loved to share. His infectious personality could light up a room and led his friends to nickname him “Commercial Corey.” His motivational leadership was embodied in his clothing line, #ChestOut, and his fitness company, #StayReadyFitness. Corey would often spend extra time with his clients, where he was determined to help them not only with their physical health, but more importantly, their mental well-being.
More than his profession or his passions, Corey will be remembered for the love he gave. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Rahsaanda Jecinia Braxton-Williams, a proud and guiding father to his Princess Chasity Williams, a supportive brother to Shavon and Willie Jr, and a loyal son to his father, Mr. Willie Williams Sr. His presence was a steady hand, his laughter a comfort, and his love a shelter.
Corey lived with integrity, led with kindness, and loved his family without hesitation. Though his time was cut far too short, the impact he made will echo in the hearts of all who knew him.
He was predeceased by his mother, Deborah Denise Williams, and his son, Baby Corey Williams Jr.
He is survived by his wife Rahsaanda Jecinia Williams, daughter Chasity Denise Williams, father, Willie Williams (Bobby Whitaker Williams), brother Willie “Smokey” Williams (Keitha Williams), sister Shavon Williams, like a second mother Aunt Cynt and Aunt Mae, special cousin Joe Phinazee, Tyrone Williams (Tweetie) and Sahaquira, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and sorrowing friends.
Baldwin-Fairchild Oaklawn Chapel & Oaklawn Cemetery handled the arrangements.
A Visitation for Corey was held Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Baldwin-Fairchild Oaklawn Chapel, 5000 County Road 46A, Sanford, FL 32771. A Celebration of Life took place on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at Calvary Temple of Praise, 2020 McCracken Road, Sanford, FL 32771.
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Henry Frederick is an award-winning journalist who launched Headline Surfer in 2008. The site serves the greater Daytona Beach, Sanford, and Orlando areas along the I-4 corridor and beyond via HeadlineSurfer.com in Lake Mary, Florida. Frederick earned his Master of Arts in New Media Journalism from Full Sail University in Orlando in 2019. He was a breaking news reporter (metro cops & courts beat) for the Daytona Beach News-Journal for nearly a decade, and before that, the same beat with The Journal-News/Gannett Suburban Newspapers in Rockland/Westchester counties, NY, dating back to 1989. He's also worked as a city editor and city hall reporter for two dailies. Having witnessed the execution of serial killer Aileen Wuornos in Florida's death chamber and covering other high-profile cases, Frederick has appeared on national crime documentary shows on Discovery ID, Reelz & the Oxygen Network series "Snapped" for his analysis. Assisting Henry Frederick with Headline Surfer is Sera King, who writes about the weather and feature stories, takes photos, shoots video, and occasionally draws editorial cartoons. • Bio: https://henryfrederick.com/.