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Charles Williams

Des Moines - Charles Lester Williams passed away May 17, 2018. He is survived by four siblings: Glenda, Laura, LeRoy, and Debra. He was preceded in death by four brothers, four sisters, and his parents Glen and Bertha Williams.

He enjoyed races, baseball, planning the annual concert, and spending time with friends and family. He proudly served in the U.S. Army.

His committal service will be at 12:30 p.m., Thursday, May 31, 2018 at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery.

He will be deeply missed by all.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by the Des Moines Register on May 29, 2018.

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Polly Petree

June 6, 2018

God Speed my friend. I will miss "Good Time Charlie"

May 30, 2018

Chuckie was the Rona Barrett of the East side, he always knew what was going on with everyone. He will truly be missed, and always remembered. Keep all the gossip going up in heaven Chuckie, we will see you again one day. Deb and Bob Johnson.

Susie Hartney

May 29, 2018

Chuck was one of my Dad "Hoppy" closest friend back in the day!! The stories Bud Helmer, Dixie, Chuck ,Hoppy and Hope told!! Will truely be missed. Just seen him before Eagles concert!! Rest in peace. Keep Rockin the Heavens!!

Joel miller

May 29, 2018

im sorry for all of your loss he was a good freind and he will be missed at genes get together joel miller

May 29, 2018

he was a good freind of mine im going to miss him at the genes place get together and he will be missed by all rest in peace my freind iwill miss you

Michelle

May 28, 2018

My condolences to the family. I am very sorry for your loss. May you receive strength and peace from God.
Romans 15:13

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