Charles P. Williams Jr.

1957-2022

On October, 31, 2022, Charles "Chip" P. Williams Jr., a beloved husband, father, and brother passed away. Born to Charles and Kathleen Williams on January 22, 1957, Chip was raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He graduated from Tulane University and went on to earn an MBA from the same institution.

During his professional career, Chip served in varying leadership roles in operations for Williams Companies, based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In 1991, his career led him to Utah, where he fell in love with skiing and hiking in the Wasatch Mountains, fly-fishing pristine rivers, and mountain biking the trails surrounding Park City. He was an avid golfer and found many of his best friends through the sport.

Besides his love for the outdoors, Chip found his other true passion later in life, serving on the Board of the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of the Intermountain Area. His dedication to RMHC was unwavering, and he was asked to continue his service as an Emeritus Board member. He cared deeply for the mission, attending a Board Meeting in person a few weeks prior to passing.

Chip's family and friends knew him to be selfless, humble, and loyal. He was a man of immense integrity and had a light-hearted sense of humor that kept us all grinning. Chip had strong and diverse friendships across ages, backgrounds, and interests. He shared special places with those he loved, among them: Creede, Colorado, Jupiter Island, Florida, and Tuckerstown, Bermuda. We will forever hold him in our hearts and continue to think of him as we ski down "Mercury," hike "Masonic", mountain bike "Gravedigger", fly fish the Green River, and walk the "North Fork" trail in the Uinta National Forest.

Chip is survived by his wife, Theresa, his daughters, Callie and Mathilde, and his stepsons, Erik, André, and Luke. The family would like to recognize the wonderful care Chip received from his devoted team of caregivers, especially Kathy Bochnowski and Jaclyn Brooks, whose loving dedication ensured grace and dignity for him during the past year.

Funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, November 7, 2022, at 10:00 AM at the St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1505 White Pine Cyn Rd, Park City, UT. He will be laid to rest at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of giving flowers, the family asks that those who are able instead make a donation to Ronald McDonald House (https://rmhcslc.org) or Mountain Trails Foundation (https://mountaintrails.org/member-donations/).

Arrangements entrusted to Starks Funeral Parlor. Share your photos and memories at www.starksfuneral.com

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Nov. 2 to Nov. 6, 2022.

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Phillip West

March 21, 2025

I just found out that Chip passed away. We were best friends at Holland Hall.... Golf teammates ..... many fun rounds at Southern Hills. He was Best man at my wedding and I was in his wedding. We grew apart as we each got immersed in our professional careers .... I´m so saddened by this news. I always thought one day we would play another 18 holes... we had such great fun competing. Love you chip my dear friend RIP. Phillip

Steve Hegerfeld

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Doug Dotter

November 7, 2022

Words can´t really express my condolences to the Williams family. It´s hard to believe my good friend Chip has left us, he will be dearly missed. I´ll always have fond memories of the times I shared with him and that will always make me smile. Rest in peace my dear friend!

Denise Waterman

November 6, 2022

Chip Jacob and will surely miss you. We will have a toast to you next time we golf remembering the times at Jeremy.
Terry, your family is in our thoughts.
Denise and Jacob

Lee Garetson Knott

November 5, 2022

My deepest sympathies to his family and friends. My sister just told me about this, we attended Holland Hall with Chip and Kate. I later moved to Houston and worked for Transco, later worked with Chip on pipeline projects. He was always upbeat and helpful, glad to have known him.

Cindy Bailey

November 3, 2022

My deepest sympathy goes you, Terry and all of you in the passing of Chip. I pray God's love will wrap you in love and peace. We are so fortunate to have seen him at our last Emeritus Board meeting. Chip kept me honest, thinking and reaching higher and higher as we led RMHC as board members and then Emeritus Board members. His integrity led in every discussion! You will be greatly missed in my world!

The DeWald Family

November 3, 2022

Chip, if you can hear us, we as a family were honored and grateful to have shared laughs and friendships with you. How lucky we truly are to have you always in our minds.

Terry, we are always here for you and your family. Who knew that your journey to Park City, Utah would give you such a great gift as Chip!

With love you and your family.

"Fairways and Greens Always Chip"

The DeWald Family

Micky helmick

November 3, 2022

Thinking of you Terry and your family. Sincerely Micky Helmick , Becky´s sister in Texas

David Fowles

November 3, 2022

Lots of fond memories golfing with Chip.

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