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JAMES CHANDLER Obituary
JAMES CHANDLER, 80, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 8, 2009, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Fort Wayne and worked at Didier Printing for 45 years "and never missed a day". He was a devoted father and grandfather. He was an avid Notre Dame football fan and loved spending time with his family at his home on Lake James. He was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church and a U.S. Army Korean War veteran. Surviving are his children, Jeanne (Thomas) Wagner, J. Thomas (Peggy) Chandler, Jerome (Lynn) Chandler, Beth (Todd) Shanebrook, Michael Chandler, and Karen (Edward) Hegbli; 14 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sister, Patty (Bob) Censak; and sister-in-law, Veva Dean Chandler. He was preceded in death by his best friend and loving wife of 50 years, Margaret; one brother; and two sisters. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Jude Catholic Church, 2130 Pemberton Drive, with calling one hour prior. Calling also from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave., with Vigil at 8:30 p.m. Friday. Burial in Catholic Cemetery. Memorials to St. Jude Catholic School Tuition Assistance Fund and Parkview Home Health & Hospice.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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John and Debbie Gillespie
December 14, 2009
We were sorry to learn that you had lost your father a few days ago. It's obvious from this guestbook that he was a very well-liked man. We hope that great memories of his life will help ease your sorrow. Our sympathy goes out to your entire family.
December 12, 2009
We just saw the obituary and we are so sorry for your loss. we understand what you are going through. please let us know if there is anything we can do. you know we would be there if Scott could walk. you are in our thoughts and prayers. all our love. Scott & Karene
Annie & Jim Casteen
December 11, 2009
Much love and sympathy to the Chandler and Wagner Famililes. Mr. C. will certainly be missed by many. When I saw him at the lake this summer, he was chuckling about the big fountain Tom & Jeanne had just picked up and had in the back of the car, and hoping he didn't have to help carry it!! He was always a PLEASURE to visit with. Your Dad and Grandpa will be remembered for his genuine good nature.
Thomas Wells
December 10, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the Chandler family.
Jim was a very dear friend of mine for 68 years. We had some good times together, lots of laughs, great memories & always kept in touch. He will be greatly missed.
Tom Wells (Cheektowaga, N.Y.)
Tim & Ginna Kearney
December 10, 2009
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. I'm sure it's a consolation to know that your parents are together again.
Patty Detraz (Chandler)
December 10, 2009
I am praying for all of my cousins and their families. I loved Uncle Jim. I have wonderful childhood memories of the lake, weddings and holidays. My Dad loved having him as a brother and they were so close. God welcomed him with open arms
Kristin Warner
December 10, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Mr. Chandler was a wonderful person and he will be greatly missed.
Brian& Joy Ensch
December 10, 2009
To the Chandler family, our heartfelt sympathies to all of you. My husband and I worked for Jim at Didier Printing for many years. He was a pleasure to work for, and always gave you a fair shake. We both remember his stories and just his daily pleasent attutude, in spite of all the duties he had on his shoulders. We will remember him with great fondness and laughter.The Lord will take care of Jim now,as he and Margret will be together in Paradise for eternity. God Bless all of you and give you comfort. Sincerely, Brian & Joy Ensch
Mark & Chris Lehman and Family
December 10, 2009
Our condolences to the whole family. We know he will be missed by all.
He was a great guy to work with at Didier.
December 10, 2009
We are here in florida and pull up the Journal every morning to read all of the home happinings ,,,,,,,,,, we will put the Chandler family in our thoughts and prayers ,, we have always admired this family because they were a whole Christian family WITH LOVE VIRG AND MONICA REINIG
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