DORIS MARIAN CHANEY

DORIS MARIAN CHANEY Our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and Friend continued into eternal life October 29, 2010. Born October 8, 1924, in Loma Linda, to Madeline and Kenneth Bean, Doris grew up near Lake Elsinore and attended elementary school in Alberhill. She graduated from SBHS ('42), and continued her education at SBVC. Doris proudly served as a WAVE during WWII, stationed at Terminal Island, where she met her future husband, Jack A.E. Chaney prior to their discharge dates. They married in 1947, making their home in San Bernardino, and had a loving and harmonious life together for 44 years until Jack's passing. She was a devoted wife, mother, and homemaker, as well as an excellent seamstress. She nurtured her children with the utmost love and attention. During school years, she served on the Hillside PTA and Clothes Closet, kept a productive backyard garden and preserved and cooked delicious treats and meals. Her gentle touch brought healing to her family, and Doris extended her gift to animals of all kinds. She delighted in the arts, theater, music, and ballroom dancing, and she was a long-time supporter of the County Museum. She served on the board of the Concert Association, as well as on the church music committee. She was a people-person who loved a good conversation and took great interest in community, cultural, and historical activities. Doris is survived by her 3 children, Janet Chaney and Paul Chaney of San Bernardino, CA, Nadine Chaney of Durango, CO; by 10 grandchildren; 5 great-grand children; her brother, Gordon Bean of Yorba Linda, CA; numerous nieces and nephews, and many dear friends. To honor her service in the US Navy, a military observance will be held at Riverside National Cemetery on December 17 at 2:30 P.M. A celebration of her life will follow at her long-time residence: 5075 N. Genevieve St., San Bernardino, CA. In lieu of flowers, you may contribute to her strong foundation of faith at: First Church of Christ Scientist, San Bernardino.