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Walter Chesher Obituary
DANVILLE, Va. - Walter Chesher Jr., of 1810 Blair Loop Road, died Saturday, Oct. 8, 2005, in Danville Regional Medical Center.He was born on Sept. 13, 1924, in Danville. He was the son of the late James Walter Chesher and Maude Moore Chesher.
He was married to Ethel Dickens Chesher, of the home.
He was the last surviving member of his generation.
He was predeceased by a daughter, Patsy Louise Chesher, a brother, Garland Chesher, a sister, Lucille Ronk; and a grandson, Michael Shane Chesher.
He was a World War II veteran in the U.S. Army. He saw action in the Northern Solomans and was a S/SGT. He received the APT Campaign Ribbon with one Bronze Service Star, the Distinguished Unit Badge, A Good Conduct Medal and the Victory Medal.
He was a Godly man who loved his Lord Jesus Christ and was wholly devoted to his family and friends.
He was a member of Riverview Baptist Church, where he was a trustee and a deacon.
He was the owner of Grove Park Drive Inn, Surf Seafood, Rodie's Soda Shop, Countryside Steakhouse, Chesher Motors and he was a realty investor.
Besides his wife, he is survived by one son, Walter G. Chesher and wife, Dana, of Hyco Lake, N.C.; three grandchildren, Tim Chesher, Greg Chesher and Ben Jackson, four great-grandchildren, Brianna Chesher, Dakota Chesher, Aubrey Wrenn and Brooklyn Chesher; two nephews, Dick "Brother' Dickens of Danville and Buddy Dickens of Montross.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005, at 2 p.m. from Riverview Baptist Church by the Rev. Duane Blevins and Lamar Mooneyham. Interment will be in Schoolfield Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Monday night from 7 to 8:30 p.m. from Riverview Baptist Church. At other times, the family will receive friends at the residence.
Special thanks and appreciation to the Danville Life Saving Crew and Commonwealth Home Health.
In lieu of flowers, you may make donations to the Danville Life Saving Crew, 202 Christopher Lane, Danville, VA 24541.
Townes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Memories and Condolences
for Walter Chesher
Mary Nell Hanks
October 13, 2005
Ethel, Our prayers for the peace of God to surround Walter and the healing of his body have now been answered. He truly is at home with our Lord. I always looked forward to cutting Walter's hair because we had such wonderful talks together about his family and mine, about the goodness, grace, and mercy of God, about investing and what I most liked was the big bear hug and kiss I always got that made my day so much more pleasant and the lingering good smell of his cologne. You were always first in his heart and on his mind and you both were so blessed of God and a real blessing to me and to many others. I love you and my prayers are still with you. Mary Nell and Larry
Alan & Rachel Lundy
October 13, 2005
Ethel,
So sorry to read of Walter's passing. I have nothing but fond memories of you both. I can't think of my childhood memories without seeing your faces and the good times you both shared with us. I can still remember how we made your house our last stop on Halloween for your hot chocolate. Love in Christ
Connie Williams
October 12, 2005
Ethel and family, I am so sorry to hear of Walter Chesher's death. My prayers and thoughts are with you. May God bless you in this time of sorrow.
Lawrence (Bill) Lackey
October 12, 2005
Ethel & Family, I am sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers and thoughts.
Becke Craig-McIntosh
October 11, 2005
Sorry for your loss.My cousin and I were raised in Danville and lived part time at Rodie's Soda Shop.He was a very nice man.
Patricia (Cook) Gould
October 11, 2005
Mr.Chesher was one of the kindest men I ever had the honor to know. My late grandmother, loved to go to the Grove Park Inn, she was ill a lot and Mr. Chesher came to visit her in the hospital. When she able to go out to eat, she asked to go to the Grove Parl Inn, where she was greeted like the VIP of Danville by Mr. Chesher, she was so thrilled! I never forgot that or his comfort to the family when she passed on. Now she has the honor to greet him once again.
Brenda Haraway
October 11, 2005
Mrs.Chesher and Family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. May God comfort you at this time. Brenda Haraway,RN
John Jester
October 11, 2005
My sincerest sympathy on your loss. May God Bless.
Lee Lester
October 11, 2005
Walter & Ethel,
Thinking of you & your family of the loss of Mr. Chesher. He was a kind, thoughtful & caring man who always made you feel welcome in his presence. May God give you comfort & peace.
Lee, Amie & Tracy
Jane Jones Williams
October 11, 2005
Walter & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Rob & Jane Williams & Elsie Jones
Starlette Grubb
October 11, 2005
Ethel & Family, I am sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers and thoughts. God will be with you through this time just lean on Him and He will ease the pain. Love to all. Starlette & Carolyn
Mary Millner
October 10, 2005
Ethel, we are so sorry about brother Chesher he will really be missed in our church. To me you and him are like Conner Stones in our church, we love you and our prayers are with you. God bless you.
Welon and Mary Millner
David Abbott
October 10, 2005
Walter, We are very sorry to hear about your Father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Joan and David Abbott.
Kelly Barber Murphy
October 10, 2005
Mrs. Chesher,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss of Mr. Chesher. I used to be your neighbor on Blair Loop Road, and also work at Dominion Eye Center. I have always been very fond of both of you. You were always such a sweet couple. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Frank and Lois Rowland
October 10, 2005
We are sorry to hear about your loss. Our love and prayers are with you.
Love in Christ,
Brother Frank and Sister Lois Rowland
Ed & Bootsie Taylor
October 10, 2005
Junior will be sorely missed....
Our thouhgts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bill and Claudette Bowling
October 10, 2005
With our deepest sympathy. Our prayers are with you and your family.
EDDIE GUNNELL
October 10, 2005
With our deepest sympathy, in the loss of Mr. Chesher. If we can be of any assistance, please call.
BETTIE JOSEY
October 10, 2005
WALTER & FAMILY
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR FATHER.
GOD BE WITH YOU ALL DURING THIS TIME.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!
M. Susan Sellers
October 10, 2005
With great sympathy to the family of this kind, wonderful man.
Marie Murphy Black
October 10, 2005
So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you. God be with you and bless you all through this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Marie Murphy Black
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