BROOKLYN HEIGHTS — RONALD WILLIAMS, beloved doorman for 42 years at the Cadman Towers co-op at 101 Clark St. in Brooklyn Heights, passed away recently at the age of 72. Cadman Towers, together with Williams’ nephew Eric Thompson, will be hosting a Celebration of Life in his honor on Sunday, Jan. 4, at 2 p.m, at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 124 Henry St. in the Heights.

“Ron had a rare gift — he made people feel seen, welcomed, and valued,” said Toba Potosky, president of the co-op’s Tenants Association. A full obituary will follow.

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