Search by Name

Search by Name

Chester Janney Obituary

Chester Elwood Janney, 79, of Floyd, Va., passed away on Monday, November 2, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Luther and Mincie West Janney. He served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He is survived by his wife of 51 ½ years, Evelyn Mae Harman Janney; sons, George Stephen Janney, and Robert Elwood and wife, Sherry Shaver Janney; daughter, Anita Janney Goad and husband, William Kyle "Butch;" brother, Thurman Willard and wife, Dorothy Vest Janney; sister, Lelia Janney Huff and husband, Coolidge; and grandchildren, Darin Goad, Stephanie Goad, Lindsey Janney, Austin Janney, Logan Janney, and Ava Janney. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2009, at the Stonewall Brethren Methodist Church with the Rev. Jerry Hylton and the Rev. Darren Landon officiating. Interment to follow in the Vest Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, at the Maberry Funeral Home Chapel. Special thanks to all the Caregivers at the Salem VA Hospital. Donations may be made to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 4002018, Des Moines, Iowa 50340-2018 or the Stonewall Church Building Fund, c/o Marie V. Thomas, 536 Poor Farm Road, SE, Floyd, Va. 24091 or flowers are appreciated. Send online condolences by visiting maberryfuneralhome.com Arrangements by Maberry Funeral Home, Floyd, Va.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Roanoke Times on Nov. 3, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Chester Janney

Not sure what to say?





Brenda Epperly

November 6, 2009

Anita and family,
Please know that I have your family in my prayers. Take comfort in all of the wonderful memories of your loved one.
God bless you and your family,
Derwin, Brenda, Luke and Brittany Epperly

Reid Ostrander

November 4, 2009

Dear Evelyn and Robert,

I will always remember meeting Chester, for the first time, on his porch looking out at the farmland that he loved so much. My visits with him were always very pleasant - Chester was certainly a special man. I believe Chester knew that he was also a very lucky man to have a wife like you, Evelyn, and a son like you, Robert. My deepest sympathy and most sincere condolences to you both.

Linda & Betty MountCassell

November 4, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Blane Johnson

November 4, 2009

To the Janney Family,

I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Janney. I had the great pleasure of getting to know him through his visits with Robert to James River Equipment. I will always remember him as very nice and considerate man. A father that deeply loved and respected his son Robert.
May God bless your family and bring you strength in the months ahead.

Lisa Via King

November 4, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Janney will always, to me, be 'the cowboy' who chaperoned our school trip to Canada so many years ago. He was a wonderful person. You are all in my prayers.

November 3, 2009

To the Janney family,
We want to extend our sympathy to each of you in the loss of your loved one. May God bless you at this difficult time and bring you the blessings of comfort, strength, and many good memories of Chester.
The Dickerson Family
Julius,Eunice,Mary and Leah

November 3, 2009

Robert and Mrs. Janey, I hate to hear of Chester's passing. It seems like only yesterday that Chester and Tap were sitting on the tailgate telling tales of all sorts enjoying farm life. May the Lord be with you all and your families in this time.
God bless,
Chris Barbour

November 3, 2009

Evelyn, It was a joy to help take care of your dear husband, Chester, at the VA hospital. Your devotion and love for him was very obvious and a blessing to see. Chester was a pleasure to work with and many times made funny comments when being taken care of. He was a very special blessing to us. May God give you comfort and strength as you adjust to your life without the presence of your dear husband. I miss him already but know he is at peace with the Lord.
Love in Christ,
Craig Moore, Respiratory Therapist, VA

Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results

Make a Donation
in Chester Janney's name

Memorial Events
for Chester Janney

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Chester's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Chester Janney's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more