Charles R. Williams, 75 of Clinton, IL passed away 3:08 AM March 2, 2026 at his home in Clinton, IL. 

Private services will be held at a later date. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with cremation rites. 

Memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association or to Encore. 

Charles was born November 14, 1950 in Clinton, IL the son of Paul M. and Geraldine (Garr) Williams. He married Susan R. Reynolds, April 27, 1985 in Clinton, IL. 

Survivors include his wife, Susan R. Williams, Clinton, IL; daughter, Darci (Shanon) Newman, Clinton, IL; son, Justin (Nicole) Williams, Clinton, IL, grandchildren; Cole Newman, TX, Braden Newman, Clinton, IL, Alec Newman, Clinton, IL, Kendall Williams, Clinton, IL, and Ashlyn Williams, Clinton, IL; brother, Paul “Butch” (Jean) Williams, Kenney, IL; and sister, Judith Ann (Wesley) Hearon, The Villages, FL.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and grandson, Blake Justin Newman.

Charles was a former Clinton Police officer and McLean County Sherrif Deputy, along with being a former member of the Clinton EMS. He had served his country in the Army National Guard. He enjoyed trains, NASCAR, Legos, and he truly loved his dogs. 

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com