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Chet Huffard Obituary

Chet E. Huffard, 39, of Roanoke, Va., died Wednesday, October 22, 2008. Memorial service 6:30 p.m. on Friday, October 24, 2008, at Shenandoah Baptist Church. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel & Crematory, 540-362-1237.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Oct. 24, 2008.

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Kelley

December 5, 2023

Miss you my lil bro!
We always had a great time together ! You were funny and maddening all at the same time . Siblings ! Love ya,
Kelley

Dennis Williams

October 3, 2017

We are spiritual beings having a human experience......... Dr. Wayne Dyer

Lee Miller

November 10, 2008

Dear Huffard Family-
I am so sorry for your loss and offer my deepest condolences. My heart will always hold a special place for Chet. I can still see him standing in my kitchen, eye-balling the oven and wanting to know,"when in the heck are those brownies gonna be ready?!?!" He will truly be missed.

Robyn Miller-Brooks

November 10, 2008

My Dear Huffards-
I just heard of your loss today and my heart truly aches. Chet was such an important part of my life and I always called him my "first love". We lost touch over the years, but I thought of him often. I laugh every time I drive past LBHS...remembering "the tree incident". My thoughts are with you all during this tragic and trying time.

James Angle

November 6, 2008

Jim and family,
Kate and I have just heard of your loss. We are so sorry that we did not know earlier. Our hearts are touched with you grief. Jim and Kate
Angle11/06/08

Tracey Good-Conner

October 31, 2008

Dear Judy, Jim, Kelly, Chad, I am so sorry for your loss, Chet was a huge part of my life for a very long time,as were you all,I am thinking of each of you at this time,and will always have the most wonderful memories to cherish forever as will we all,my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cheryl Tablett Anderson

October 28, 2008

Dear Huffard Family:

I went to high school with Chet. I wanted to take a moment and let you know I am thinking of all you at this time. God bless all of you and you all are in my prayers.

Sincerely,

Tammy Martin Riggs

October 28, 2008

Chad,

So sorry to hear about Chet. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Kelly and the rest of your family. My prayer is that God will give your family strength in this time that you need it most. Take care.

Steve McClure

October 28, 2008

I played football and attended school with Chet for years and consider him a close friend.
I am so sorry for your loss.
We will all miss him and will always remember what a great person he was.

Sondra Barton

October 28, 2008

Dear Huffard Family,
We did not know Chet personally, but remember seeing him at church. We just want you to know of our thoughts and prayers for your family during this difficult time. We are so sorry, and we hope and pray that you will feel God's perfect peace.

Bess Rhodes

October 27, 2008

Dear Judy,
I have not seen you for several years, but I think of you often. I was surprised and saddened to read of Chet's passing. I can only imagine how devastating it is to lose a child. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you in this most difficult time.

Terry and Jill Thomas

October 27, 2008

Jill and I both are very sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of playing football with Chet, who was a great teammate to us all. He always had a great attitude and made those around him better by the way he handled himself. He had a quiet confidence you knew you could count on. He will be missed.

Charlotte Bramblett-Krantz

October 27, 2008

My sincerest condolences at this time for your loss. Chet was a wonderful person who always had a smile and something witty to say. He will be deeply missed.

Jane Devereaux

October 27, 2008

JIM, JUDY, KELLI and CHAD, I was saddened to hear about Chet. Just can't believe it. I am speechless. Please accept my condolences.....Jane Devereaux

Charlie and Ann Rozier

October 27, 2008

The Huffard Family:
Your loss is truly devastating and we hope that your faith, wonderful memories, friends and family will sustain you. Our Love and Condolences, charlie and ann

Judi Matthews

October 27, 2008

Gene and I moved away in 1995. Chet and Chad were our daughter Shannon's age. Gene coached Kellie in softball. We were so sorry to hear about Chet. We just wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Gene & Judi Matthews, Shannon Matthews Rogers & Brandi Matthews Maynard

Catherine Burrell

October 26, 2008

I am Tony Burrell's wife. We used to talk to Chet on the phone all the time! He would tell me stories about the things him and Tony did in high-school. We called him frequently and we were always laughing together. He came to be like a big brother to me and he said I was like a little sister. I miss his laughter. I miss his stories. Tony always said Chet was like his brother. He was a wonderful guy with a kind heart and an awesome sense of humor. I will never stop missing him and Tony won't either. He will forever live on in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

Roger Hasson

October 26, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Chet was a wonderful guy and I have fond memories of growing up, playing sports, and having fun with him. He will be missed by many.

Sheri Impara Sutton

October 25, 2008

It has been a long time since I saw Chet. We dated about 18 years ago and I have many fond memories of him. I remember how much he loved his motorcycle and we enjoyed riding it together on the parkway. He was a very sweet guy with a wonderful smile that lit up the room. It breaks my heart to hear of his passing. I am truly sorry for your loss and will pray for your family. Chet will always have a special place in my heart.

jennifer farabee-oshiro

October 25, 2008

Just wanted to say that I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a really nice guy.

Cheryl Horton (Vess)

October 25, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Chet always with a smile on his face in High School. My prayers be with you family.
Cheryl Horton (Vess)

SHELBY DUKE

October 25, 2008

THE HUFFARD FAMILY,
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. CHET WAS A GREAT GUY. PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.

Dean Carroll

October 25, 2008

kelly.. Im sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family

Phillip Payne

October 25, 2008

Chet's contagious smile will not be forgotten.

Kathy (Alexander) Gee

October 24, 2008

It has been years since I last saw Chet, and I am truly shocked to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during such a difficult time.

Bill Aldrich

October 24, 2008

It's very hard to know what to say in this time of sorrow that can ease your pain. I knew Chet from playing sports with him from pee wee all the way through high school. Although I had only seen Chet a handful of times since high school, I still considered him a great friend and will greatly miss him. I am truly sorry for your loss and will keep your family in my prayers.

Teresa Arthur Sams

October 24, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with your family during this devistating time.

Susan Adams

October 24, 2008

Kelley,
I am so sorry to hear about Chet's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cinaé Morgan (Bowyer)

October 24, 2008

Dear Huffard Family,

I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart sank as I read the announcement in the newspaper this morning.

I wasn't close to Chet, but like others, I was touched by his smile. I was a year behind Chet in school, and was a football manager for a couple of years when he played. I remember that smile & those dimples so vividly.

As a Nurse, I also saw & spoke to Chet not too long ago at the Eye Surgery Center. Even though we'd both aged a little, the smile & dimples were still evident, and my heart skipped a little with each smile, just like in high school. We talked briefly about the turns our lives had taken and how it seemed like only yesterday we were still in high school. I'm thankful to have that memory.

I pray that God surrounds your family with love, and gives you wonderful memories of Chet to sustain you through this difficult time.

LISA , ANGIE AND DWAYNE DUKE

October 24, 2008

WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. WE HAVE KNOWN CHET SINCE HIGH SCHOOL. HE WILL BE DEARLY MISSED.MAY YOU FIND COMFORT DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME.

Mike Poole

October 24, 2008

Jim, Judy, Kelly, and Chad,
I am greatly sadden by the loss of Chet. Please accept my deepest and sincere condolences. I don't have the words to express my feelings at such a dark time in our lives. You guys have always been such a wonderful part of my life. I will always remember the great times that we shared, and if you need anything please don't hesitate to call me. "44" will be missed greatly. God Bless you in this time of need. I'm sorry that I'm not there to be with you.

Rick and Tracey Hall

October 24, 2008

We are very sorry to hear about the passing of Chet. We have fond memories coaching him in sandlot football. We will keep you all in our prayers. May God give you peace to substain you through this time.

ANGIE DUKE GOAD AND FAMILY

October 24, 2008

kelley and family,
We all just wanted you to know how sorry we are about chet.chet was one of a kind. My biggest crush all thru school. He will always be close to my heart. I am so glad to have known him and have special memories with him. Kelley sorry we couldnt make it to the service. But we all are so sorry.

Jim and Pat Frier

October 24, 2008

Kelly and family,
Jim and I were so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. May God bless and be with you and your family at this very sad time in your lives.

Robyn Frier Vaughn

October 24, 2008

I was so sorry to hear about Chet. I will always remember him with that great smile and how he could always make people laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ginny McPherson Sink

October 24, 2008

I'm so sorry to hear that we have lost such a great smile of our time. I will always remember Chet for his fun nature and spirit.

Cindy Mitchell Ayers

October 24, 2008

I was so sad and shocked to hear of your loss. Chet was such a funny and friendly guy in school - always cutting up! He will be missed by many and he was a joy to know. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.

Melissa Mason (Sander)

October 24, 2008

Dear Judy, Jim, Kelly and Chad,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother and son. I have fond memories of him from our days in high school. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

larry hasson

October 24, 2008

I am truly sorry to hear about chet's death. My prayers are with you and your familyat this time.

Sue Keenan

October 24, 2008

We will always remember Chet as part of our family and will be praying for your family during this time of loss.

The Keenan family
Jim, Sue, Jay, Erin, LeAnn

Dreama Wimmer Janney

October 24, 2008

I am deeply sadden to hear the loss of such a wonderful person that I attended high school with. He was full of such happiness and "spunk". He always had a smile on his face that he gave to others. My prayers are with you all. May God give you the grace and peace to endure in this time of need.

Amy Foutz

October 24, 2008

I knew Chet from high school and I worked with his Dad at Boone & Co. I have ran into Chet a few times over the past few years and he was still a really nice and funny guy. I'm sorry for your loss, Chet will be missed.

Melissa and Randy Barnard

October 24, 2008

We are truly sorry for your loss...Chet was a great guy.

Rachael Murdock

October 24, 2008

My mother called me this morning to let me know about Chet. I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rachael Branscom Murdock

Wayles Dandridge

October 24, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dottie Kearns

October 24, 2008

Judy, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sheila

October 24, 2008

I have known you for what seems like forever. You always made me laugh.

To Judy, Kelley and Chad,
I am truly saddened by your loss.

From an old friend,
Sheila Beverley Miller

Katie McKechnie

October 24, 2008

Just want to let you know that I'm thinking of each one of you. I'm truly sorry for your loss.

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