Oklahoma City Thunder’s Monty Williams stood in the pulpit this month and gave God glory in a eulogy that left renowned athletes and coaches sobbing. “This is hard for my family, but this will work out. And my wife would punch me if I were to sit up here and whine about what is going on. That doesn’t take away the pain, but it will work out because God causes all things to work out,” Williams said, referencing Romans 8:28.

The assistant coach’s wife died from injuries sustained in a car crash, according to NOLA.com. According to Oklahoma City police, Ingrid Williams’ vehicle was hit head-on by a vehicle that lost control and crossed lanes. The driver of the automobile that crossed lanes also died as a result of the wreck, NOLA reports. But Williams says his family is focusing on forgiveness. READ MORE


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