Olga Rangel Williams

Olga "Augie" Rangel Williams, a woman who enjoyed the simple things in life, died unexpectedly on Monday, February 9, 2026. Augie, 73, of Charlotte, was born on October 10, 1952, in New Braunfels, Texas, the daughter of Frank and Cruz (Rangel) Silvas Sr. She was a graduate of Charlotte High School class of 1970. Upon graduating she began working in manufacturing, working for Hoover, Aluminum Extrusions, Dornbos Signs, and Owens Illinois, where she retired after 30 years. In 1989, Augie married Darryl Williams, and together they built a life filled with meaningful memories until his passing in 2009. In her younger years Augie enjoyed playing on softball and bowling leagues, canoeing, and going to rock concerts. Later in life she enjoyed collecting Coca Cola items and other knickknacks, sewing, crocheting, embroidering, and playing cards. Augie was a thrill seeker and loved her annual trip to different amusement parks, from Cedar Point, Kings Island, and Disney, she loved them all. Above all her biggest passion in life was her collections.

Augie is survived by her children, Ron McConnell and Yvonne Sandner; grandchildren, Lhiannan and Sammael McConnell; great-granddaughter, Harlee; siblings, Frank (Barb) Silvas Jr and Theresa Faust; and lifelong best friend, Sandra Mann. She was predeceased by her husband, Darryl Williams; her parents; and nephews, Wes Faust and Blake Rankin.

Friends are encouraged to support Augie's family by attending services and sharing memories on her Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. A Celebration of Life will be held for Augie on Monday, February 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.