Cheranne Rae Williams

Cheranne Rae Williams, age 89, of Colfax, Iowa, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025. A graveside service will be held for Cheranne at Colfax Cemetery, at 10:00 AM, on Friday, October 31, 2025. Memorials may be made out in her name to the Iowa Commission for the Blind, “524 Fourth Street, Des Moines, IA 50309,” and Park Centre in Newton, “500 1st St N, Newton, IA 50208.” If you are unable to attend and wish to send a card, please address it to, “Attn: Cheranne Williams, Coburn Funeral Home, 24 W Howard St, Colfax, IA 50054.”

The daughter of Hubert and Mildred (Greene) Chalstrom, Cheranne was born in Fort Dodge, Iowa on February 20, 1936. While attending college in Des Moines, she met Owen Williams. They were united in marriage on December 23, 1956, in Fort Dodge. Together they raised four kids and called Colfax home in 1972. Cheranne worked for Mid-American taking on different roles such as a dispatcher and a customer service representative.

In her free time, she loved to travel, taking trips throughout the years. She was always a crafty person. She would crochet towels, knit blankets, and find other activities to learn. She and Owen enjoyed spending time at the casino, slowly playing penny slots. Even if she wasn’t winning, she would happily sit and take in the scene. She frequently spent time walking through farmers markets and flea markets to see what they had to offer. The kids and their spouses could always count on a birthday cake from her every year. She’d order a special cake from Hy-Vee to help celebrate the day.

Those left to honor her memory include her kids, Lynn (Kevin) Blake, Mike (Lori) Williams, Nancy (Toby) Williams, and Jon Williams; grandchildren, Ryan (Lilita) Woody, David (Kendra) Woody, Michael (Michelle) Dunn, Adam (Randi) Williams, and Nick (Ann) Williams; as well as 16 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, and various cousins.

Preceding her in death include her husband, Owen C. Williams; and her parents, Hubert and Mildred (Greene) Chalstrom.