Service Information
Craig A. Williams, age 55, of Lester Prairie, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 11:00 A.M., at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota.
Visitation will be held Monday, April 20, 2026, from 4:00-7:00 P.M., at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson, and will continue one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the church.
Obituary
Craig Alan Williams was born on August 23, 1970, in Waconia, Minnesota. He was the son of LeRoy and Alice (Vossen) Williams. Craig was baptized and confirmed into the Catholic faith. He received his education in Winsted, Minnesota, and was a graduate of the Holy Trinity Catholic School class of 1989.
In 1993, Craig met Carla Krone, and together they shared more than 33 years filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. In 2006, they made their home on a farm near Lester Prairie, Minnesota. Their life together was further blessed with the birth of their daughter, Samantha.
Craig was a dedicated farmer and worked for Metro Farms for 40 years. He had a deep love for farming and also enjoyed ice fishing, hunting, and showing Charolais cattle. Above all, Craig treasured the time he spent with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Craig passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota, at the age of 55 years. Blessed be his memory.
Craig is survived by his:
Significant Other, Carla Krone of Lester Prairie, MN;
Daughter, Samantha (Alex) Bleck of Stewart, MN;
Grandchildren, Braxton, LeRoy, and Ellianna Bleck;
Mother, Alice Williams of Winsted, MN;
Siblings, Janet (Rick) Schmidt, Joanne (Bruce) Haugen, Mary Jane Williams, Steven (Holly) Williams, Bruce (Heidi) Williams, Donna Stifter, Scott (Steph) Williams, Michelle (Norb) Kramer, Mike Williams, Joe Williams, and Melissa (Fred) Owusu;
Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, Leon and Kathy Krone of Lester Prairie, MN;
Sisters-in-law and Brothers-in-law, Christy (Glenn) Maesse, Carri (Dan) Burns, Jessie Krone, and Jenny (Derek) Zebell;
Many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Craig was preceded in death by his Father, LeRoy Williams; Nephew, Nicolas Schmidt.
Mark Littfin says
Craig was a great friend. I really enjoyed working with him either at metro or at his farm. I really liked are visits together and sometimes just driving around and seeing what others were up to in the fields. He was a hard working man and loved talking about the things he would do with his grandkids. I will truly miss you Craig. Go rest easy in heaven buddy. My condolences to Carla, Samantha, and the rest of the family.
Barb Fasching says
My condolences to Craig’s family. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.