
For 26 seasons, Rev. Chette Williams served as the Auburn Tigers’ team chaplain before he died in December 2024. His ministering touched the lives of thousands of students, athletes and coaches and made him a beloved member of the Auburn family.

In an interview with 1819 News, the now-U.S. Senator spoke highly of Williams and described the chaplain's hiring as one of the best things he ever did.

On Monday, Auburn University confirmed reports that football team chaplain Rev. Chette Williams had died in a Sunday accident on Lake Martin.

Longtime Auburn football team chaplain Chette Williams passed away on Sunday evening, according to multiple reports.