Charles Ray Williams, born Sept. 6, 1935, went home to be with the Lord on Dec. 19, 2017, at the age of 82.

He was a veteran with 14 years of service in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Marine Corps. He was also a guard at Rayborn Correctional and also with Vinson Security Services.

He leaves behind his wife, Jan Elaine Williams of Bogalusa; a daughter, Michelle Watts and her husband Jerry; two granddaughters, Sommer Watts and Heather McLemore and her husband Jamie; three great-grandchildren, Makenzie McLemore, Steven McLemore and Dakota Blackwell; and other family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mack and Ruby Williams; three brothers and one sister.

A private memorial will be held at a later date with Brother Pete Underwood officiating. Military will be presented by the Magic City American Legion Post #24.

Family and friends may visit and sign our online guest book at www.brownmcgeheecom.