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Robert W. Chandler
1926 - 2015
Robert W. Chandler
1926 - 2015
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Robert Chandler Obituary
Walter was a colorful storyteller and the premier modern historian of all things Okolona and Chickasaw County. He was a legendary Businessman, Author, Real Estate Developer and owner/operator of Chandler's Discount Furniture Center in Okolona since January, 1949. Mr. Chandler wrote over 24 books most significantly timely histories of the past and present day Okolona.
He is survived by his daughter, Carol Drane (Walton) of Pearl, MS; five grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Bettye and son, Robert.
A funeral service with military honors, was at 2 PM Friday, May 29, 2015 at the First Baptist Church in Okolona, where he was a longtime member, with burial in the Chandler Family Plot at Oddfellows Cemetery.
Holland Funeral Directors, Okolona chapel was in charge of arrangements. 662 840 5000
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Gayle George
May 21, 2021
Mr. Chandler was loved by so many including me and my entire family (The Gadow’s). My mother, Glynda, typed from many of his writings on his life history for him which were very intriguing. Then, my father, Don, was grounds keeper and mowed and bush-hogged various properties Mr. Walter owned in the Okolona area. He was a generous man and as a housewarming gift gave me a table and six chairs for my dining area. He will always be loved and remembered with many fond memories by me and my family. - Gayle George
Thomas Liddell
June 9, 2015
Another of "The Greatest Generation" has passed. Walter was an amazing man. Our sympathy to your family! Here's a video of Walter that you might enjoy: https://youtu.be/JDRUXHr9c2I?t=19s
Martha Casey Brooks
June 1, 2015
Carol, I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's death. I'll never forget living next door to your sweet Mom and Dad in my younger years. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May 31, 2015
My prayers are with your family at this sad time, may God Almighty be your strength and support. Psalms 83:18. ~I.Needham
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scott
May 29, 2015
My condolences to the family.God give us a wonderful promise to look forward to at 1 Corinthians 15:26.
Kim Tallent
May 29, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Mr Chandler was a sweet and kind man.
Dwight Parker
May 29, 2015
Carol, so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a great man and did so much for the city of Okolona. He will be greatly missed!!!
Jim Moore
May 29, 2015
Carol, so sorry to hear about Uncle Walter. He was a remarkable man and lived a great life! I used to love to listen to him and Daddy discuss(argue) various issues when we were young. Thinking of you and praying for you and the family. I will be sure and let Mary and Jamie know.
Gayle George
May 28, 2015
Carol, I am so sorry for your loss. Your father was a wonderful man that my whole family adored. He had been to family dinners with us and many other occasions such as my house warming a few years ago. My mom, Glynda Gadow, really enjoyed typing his many books and we all enjoyed reading them. My dad, Don always enjoyed helping him keep up his properties and respected him greatly. He will surely be missed!
Gayle George
Leslie Brand
May 28, 2015
Carol I am sorry for your loss. Growing up with Walter Jr. I got to know your Dad through the years. He was a fine man and he will be missed.
Yvonne Robbins Cook
May 28, 2015
Carol, so sorry to hear about your Dad. Praying for you and your family during this time.
Dr & Mrs Ricky Gray -- Pastor, Flowood Baptist Ch.
May 28, 2015
Jewell Faye and I send our condolences to the family. We enjoyed Ms Blanche a lot, and I still refer to her in my messages. He came from good folks, and we enjoyed knowing them.
Lamar and Barbara Phillips
May 28, 2015
Carol, so sorry to hear about your Dad. Praying for you and the ones close to him who have spent many countless days with him. He will truely be missed by many.
May 28, 2015
So sorry for your loss Carol.
Nora Davis Rogers
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Patsy Griffin
May 28, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. He was a great story teller.
Linda (Rosentreter) Adams
May 28, 2015
Thinking and praying for this precious family!
Judy Foster
May 28, 2015
Carol, So sorry for your loss. He was truly one of kind.
Tonia Edwards
May 28, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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