Thomas Chaney Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

BORN

March 19, 1940

DIED

January 25, 2021

AGE

LOCATION

Saint Ann, Missouri

Collier’s Funeral Home - Saint Ann Obituary

Thomas John Chaney, Bridgeton, MO passed away peacefully Monday, January 25, 2021 at the age of 80, from complications of Parkinson’s Disease. Tom was born March 19,1940 in Woodward, Oklahoma, son of the late John and Evelyn Chaney. Loving husband of 58 years to Carol Chaney. Loving father to Scott (Laura) Chaney, Suzanne (Christopher) Bangert. Dearest Papa to William Chaney, Katherine, Michael and Gabriella Bangert. Dear brother of Nancy Cation, Bangor, Maine. Dear brother-in- law, uncle, friend to many.

Tom will be remembered by his gentle, kind and patient spirit. He was a 37-year employee of Washington University where he worked as a Senior Research Associate in the Computer Science and Advanced Research Laboratories and was known worldwide as the “discoverer of the glitch”. Tom was a very active member of Arlington United Methodist Church in Bridgeton. Later in life he became a Private Pilot who flew and owned Cessna 172’s. Tom’s greatest pride and joy were his children and grandchildren. He taught them to always be curious and to love learning and spent countless hours talking, teaching, loving and helping with scouts.

Arlington United Methodist Church will host a celebration of life at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting memorial donations to Arlington United Methodist Church, 3770 McKelvey Rd. Bridgeton, MO 63044

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Carol and Tom were neighbors in Bridgeton. We shared some of the most trying times that life deals. Yet Tom identified the problems and worked towards solutions. As car poolers, during the gas "crisis", we spent time talking about home upkeep, the airport "buy out" our children and faith. We lost touch through time and so Carol I apologize for not extending my sympathy earlier. We lost our spouses to the same condition. God Bless and keep you and yours.

Emily Doniff-Warzycki

May 15, 2021 | Clarkson Valley, MO | Neighbor

We were neighbors when we were newlyweds, and friends as our children grew. We just learned of Tom’s death today (April 25) and are extremely saddened. Tom was a wonderful man who served on an equity team of parents to promote STEM education; he always had brilliant ideas that worked! You will be missed, dear Tom. Prayers for God’s comfort and peace to Carol, Scott, and Suzanne and their families.

Clint & Jayne Kasten

April 25, 2021 | Creve Coeur, MO | Friend

There are so many great memories of my brother in law that I will remember. From bluey pipes, to traveling in a overloaded VW bug from Ohio to Kansas, from pool games, pitch games(with Tom always out bidding everyone),quiet and stimulating talks, hot tea, pop corn from K-mart, driving over the speed limit (even in his convertible), advise given when asked for. There are so many more memories from knowing him for 59 years. Rest In Peace,Tom. You will be missed. Marilyn,Allen,Crystal

Marilyn Mitchell

February 01, 2021 | Overbrook, KS | Family

We will always cherish the memories of time spent with Uncle Tom. All of those visits to the Science Museum were magical as a child- and as an adult. I’m so thankful Jacoby was able to visit last year and get to know, and learn from, Uncle Tom too. He made the world a better and brighter place, and he will be dearly missed. Sending love and hugs to Aunt Carol, Scott, Suzanne, and your families ❤ ❤

Sheri Brown

January 31, 2021 | Gardner, KS | Family

I commuted as an Undergrad to Washington University w Bridgeton Van pool with Tom. He was a brilliant Biomedical Engineer, and inspired me in my current career, in Cancer Research field, at Baylor College of Medicine. My family saw the day when Chaneys 1st joined Arlington Methodist church. Certainly Tom is one of Gods highest Angels! My sincere sympathies and prayers for all the family!

Sincerely
Earlene Dillard Schmitt
Daughter of Homer and Halene Dillard

Earlene Dillard Schmitt

January 31, 2021 | Houston, TX | Friend

Tom will be missed by many people whose life he touched. He was a real servant for Christ. Sylvia.

Sylvia Moore

January 30, 2021 | Maryland Heights, MO

Lifting my heartfelt condolences on your loss. Tom was a gentle friendly presence at Arlington United Methodist Church. He always had a smile and a kind word to say when he saw his Church family on Sunday mornings. Carol and Tom were so proud of their children and grandchildren and attended every function where they participated showing their pride with loving smiles. Tom's earthly presence will be missed at Church but he rests in the loving arms of our Heavenly Father. Holding your...

Caren Moore

January 30, 2021 | St. Peters, MO | Friend

My deepest condolences. I always looked forward to seeing Carol and Tom at church or social events. He was always kind, friendly, and nice to catch up with. So many are thinking of you all.

Pamela Gault

January 29, 2021 | Arlington, VA | Acquaintance

So sorry for your loss - Tom was so gentle and kind, he is in God's hands now - the entire family is in my thoughts and prayers

Ginny Helvey

January 29, 2021 | Williamsburg, MO | Friend

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