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Chase Whatley Obituary

WHATLEY Chase Alexander, 12, son of Jason Whatley and Nicki Sullivan, both of Lexington, died Wed, Oct 16, 2013. Chase was born Nov 19, 2000 in Lexington and was a seventh grade student at Jessie Clark Middle School where he was a member of the football team (#70), and played cello in the school orchestra. Nicknamed "Chasey" by his sister Casey, he loved YouTube, enjoyed playing chess and Xbox and was a comedian. In addition to his parents, survivors include his stepfather, Ernest "TT" Chandler, Lexington, KY; two sisters, Casey Belle Whatley and Cara Chandler, both of Lexington, KY; maternal grandparents, Randall and Martha Sullivan, Greens-burg, KY; paternal grandparents, Marshal T. and Judy K. Whatley, of Campbellsville, KY; aunts and uncles, David and Tressie Hird, Versailles, KY, and John and Marsha Logan, Henderson, KY; and Debbie Sexton, Lexington, KY; great-grandmother, Lucille Graham, Greensburg, KY; five cousins, Ashton, John, Ann, Jack Phinn Logan and Hadley Hird. Funeral services will be held 2:30pm Mon at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, Harrodsburg Rd. by Pastor Dale Sanders. Burial will follow in Lexington Cemetery. Visitation will be 3-7pm Sun at the funeral home. Contributions are suggested to the Jessie Clark Football, 3341 Clays Mill Road, Lexington, KY 40503.
Published by Lexington Herald-Leader on Oct. 19, 2013.

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Karyl Mullins

October 13, 2023

Thinking of the family today.

The Mullins Family

October 13, 2022

Peace be with you all.

Karyl Mullins "Mullins Family"

October 13, 2021

Thinking of you & your family today. God bless.

Jordan Gillette

September 23, 2019

I thought of you as a brother, and I always will. Ill never forget you, I love you man.

Judy Whatley

April 12, 2017

Well Chase, it has been almost four years since you left us. There is not a day goes by that we think of you, miss you oh so much. You are in heaven with God and all His angels.... a part of my heart is gone and is with you. Love Pa and Ju Ju

Parent of A former Eagle

July 12, 2016

You are still thought of and missed dearly by a former Eagle. Tears were shed just moments ago by my son as he told me he still thinks of you daily. Hope your family is doing ok.
Fly High Eagle!

Destiny Napier

April 30, 2016

A great stand partner and an amazing friend

February 17, 2016

I never knew Chase, but I recently met his mother and I just know how much of an impact he had on his family and friends. I wish I could have known him, but I know his story will continue to impact so many.

Justin Brown

August 22, 2015

Man, I miss you so much I wish you were still here! You were the best! I will never forget you and you and your legacy will live on in our hearts #ForChase

Judy Whatley

October 21, 2014

Remembering you Chase with all my love.... we miss you so much, and we have some great memories to hold on too... you were so precious to Pa and Ju Ju and I know in Heaven God is taking real good care of you, better than any of us could. I will always love and never forget you my sweet Chase Alexander Whatley.

Mom

August 13, 2014

Well buddy, today would be the first day of 8th grade and your last year of middle school. I'm so proud of you. Help the new kids feel welcome like only you can with your bright smile and silly laugh. And if you feel someone struggling, hold them close and comfort them like only you can now with your kind heart and eternal soul. It was bittersweet taking first day of school pictures without you this morning baby boy. Take one for me wherever you are. I'll see it someday. I love you Chasers.

June 14, 2014

I miss you so much Chasey! Watching old movies reminds me of all of us kids laying on the couch eatting pizza! I love you so much Blubber Nut!! But it's a relief to know your in a better place where the suns always shinning! Love you!
-Blubber Gut

June 6, 2014

Chase,
Today your friends will be done with 7th grade. They will say their goodbyes and another chapter will be over for them. Be their guardian angel. You will not move forward with them and that thought is bittersweet but I know you are happy for them. I can hear your silly laugh and see your sweet dimple and know you are. I love you buddy.
Love,
Mom

April 29, 2014

I miss you so much Chase, my beautiful Grandson.... know in my heart you are in a beautiful place with nothing but happiness.... Love you forever.... Ju Ju

Mom

April 19, 2014

I always wanted a little boy and God gave me you. I miss you every second of every day buddy. I love you Chasers.

Sissy

April 10, 2014

I love you Chasey. You are my pride and joy, and I will love you until my last breath. You have given such a meaning to my life, and you always have. I am living everyday for you bubby. I love you so much.

January 7, 2014

Rip Chase we still miss you love you buddie

rebecca brewer

January 4, 2014

Chase, we were all heart broken when we heard the news, just keep in mind we will always remember you. "once an eagle always an eagle."

Heather Morris and Lindsey Breeding

November 16, 2013

We just found this website but we still miss you . It's been a month since you died and we still send prayers up to you in heaven . We still ask why you were the one that had to die, but then we realized that God took your life to make us stronger and handle hard things .... 10-16-13 is a date no one will ever forget ... We love and miss you forever Chase ... <3 <3 <3

Joe and Peggy Brockman

October 24, 2013

Prayers for all the family during this difficult time

Pam England Tinker

October 22, 2013

Jason, you are not alone in your grief and pain. I pray that you may find peace that only God can give. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.

Amy Ward

October 22, 2013

So sorry for the loss of your son. My daughter, Ashley went to school with chase. She still has #70 written in ink on her hand. God bless your family.
Mike, Amy & Ashley Ward

Lindsey Elliott

October 22, 2013

I love you buddy! watch out for all of us!

Laryessa

October 22, 2013

Praying for you during such a difficult time.

April Christian

October 22, 2013

Nicki-
I have no words....I am heartbroken for you and your family. I pray God sees y'all through this.

Bradley Deener

October 21, 2013

My deepest sympathies to your family. May God ease your burden and soon bring comfort.

casey cowden

October 21, 2013

Chase was in my class at Jessie Clark. He was always smiling and was goodhearted. My prayers will go out to his family.

Sherry Robinson

October 21, 2013

Nicki and Jolene,
I'm so sorry for you loss. I am thinking of you both during this time.

Shane,Angela & Makenlie Mullins

October 21, 2013

We are so sorry about your tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

October 21, 2013

So very saddened for this family.. May God give you all comfort, peace and lots of Love....Hugs to you Casey............

Susan Owens

October 21, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this incredibly difficult time. My daughter, Emma, enjoyed having Chase in her classes. She says he was very smart and had a way to make everyone laugh...just a really great guy. I know he will be greatly missed. May the memories and love of Chase carry you through these difficult days.

Frankie Stivers

October 21, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Beti Turner

October 21, 2013

I worked with Marshal Whatley when it was GTE. This is a very fine family. My prayers and thoughts are with all at this time. May God watch over you.

Beti Akridge Turner

Brent and Michelle Casteel

October 21, 2013

Chase was a great friend to my son Jacob. He misses him so much. They had lockers next to each other and both played the cello. The one thing I know about Chase is how much he was loved and what a great friend he was to everyone he met. Our prayers are with you all.

Judy Lawler

October 21, 2013

Words fail to express my sympathy to all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Praying for peace for you and your family.

PATTY CRAIG

October 21, 2013

My heart goes out to this family.

Janet Clark

October 21, 2013

As you are preparing to say goodbye to Chase, please know your family, each one are in my heart and covered in prayers. Not just today, but in the days and months ahead, you will be lifted up. Look to the Lord for your strength, He will not leave you.

October 21, 2013

I have never met or know anyone in this family but was at a visitation at Kerr Bros and was so touched by the show of friends and family for this child. Being a Mom i can't even begin to know what this family is going through, know that this little boy as well as your family is in God's hands through this tragedy. I will continue to pray for your family.

Todd Lawler

October 21, 2013

Nicki,

I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Hailey Goodwin

October 21, 2013

Your family is in our prayers. There are no words to ease your pain, but you are in our hearts and on our minds today and the days to come.

Joseph Jaggers

October 21, 2013

If ever you need to get away and talk. I will listen. Even if you only want a quiet walk, I am here.

Samantha Bush

October 21, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to the whatley family. I wasn't that close to any of them but I know my sister was and I've heard alot of great things about him . He will be greatly missed . I really only have one memory of him but it was the best memory someone could have. He was laughing and playing at this Halloween party and he popped my balloon ): r.i.p chase . We love you . You are always going to be with me in my heart<3

Heather & Robbie Sharpensteen

October 20, 2013

Our sincere sympathy during this time for Chase's family and friends. Prayers are being lifted up

Eddie Craddock

October 20, 2013

Nicki and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

October 20, 2013

Our sympathies during this most difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this time of sadness.
Bobby and Lisa Eastridge, Campbellsville, KY

Jill (Wilkerson) Harmon

October 20, 2013

Nikki,
I pray for you and your family. I am terribly sorry to hear about this. Hang in there.

Linda Collins

October 20, 2013

Nicki, Greg and I are so sorry. Our hearts are so heavy for the family. You have our prayers. Have faith in The Lord.

Missy Nelson Chelf

October 20, 2013

Marsha, so sorry for your loss. Can't imagine what you are going through, but all we can do is pray for you and your entire family.

criag logsdon

October 20, 2013

I cannot imagine what you are going thru right now, but remember if you trust in God he will help see you through. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Dane Wilson

October 20, 2013

I am thinking of you and your family during this sad time in your life. May your baby boy be forever in the memories of all he touched. God bless all of your souls during this time of sorrow. Thinking of you all. Dane Petett Wilson

Patrick Gray

October 20, 2013

Nicki, you have all our thoughts and prayers. There are no words to express the sympathy

Danette Aubrey-Skaggs

October 20, 2013

Nicki, I am so sorry! I can't imagine what you are going through at this moment. We'll be praying for you & your family!

October 20, 2013

Jason, Nicki, Ernest, Casey and Cara you are in our hearts and prayers. Joyce, Troy and Skylar Mays

susan delph

October 20, 2013

Jason my heart is hurting for you in this time of sorrow so sorry for your loss your family will be in my thoughts and prayers

Amy Miles-gardner

October 20, 2013

Nicki I am so sorry for your loss. I couldn't imagine losing a child. Your family is in my prayers

Debbie Mershon

October 20, 2013

My heart breaks for you. Saying I am sorry for your loss sounds so empty. I am praying for your family as you go through this. I pray that God will give you the peace that surpasses all understanding. I wish I could hold you in my arms.

Q Richardson

October 20, 2013

Wally my family and football team sends there kindest love out to you and you family in your time of need. Remember God still has a plan for everything. We will miss him coming over to Jason's house to share football stories and making fun of Jason and the rest if us all the time. We love you and May GOD send comfort to you in this day.

October 20, 2013

I don`t know Chase or his family but have lost a son. I prayed for God to give you the peace that passeth all understanding. The humanness of us still hurts so bad. My heart hurts for you.

October 20, 2013

May God bless you & your family.

Sandy and Destiny Brentlinger and Family

October 20, 2013

Nicki my heart is breaking for you. I can't imagine what your going through but will be praying for you and your family. I pray God wraps his arms around you all and bring peace and comfort during such a difficult time. Please know we are thinking of you.

October 19, 2013

My heart is breaking for all of you.

Vivian Mitchell

October 19, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Your whole family is in my prayers. All of his friends and classmates are grieving with you. I pray God gives you comfort. Know that you are not alone. Every parent and teacher in this community is feeling your pain. Praying for comfort in the worst possible time is all we can do and please know we support you.

October 19, 2013

So sorry for the loss of your son. Prayers are going up for your family.

Harold & Dollie Cruse

October 19, 2013

May God sustain all the love ones at this very difficult time.

Dian Bishop-Cox

October 19, 2013

Uplifting prayers for family and friends, praying God will give peace only He can provide

Penny Gaskins

October 19, 2013

Your entire family is in my prayers. I pray God will grant you the peace only He can give.

Tonya & Christian Turner

October 19, 2013

So sorry for your loss, chase was a dear friend of my daughter Christian Turner, he helped her out after her surgery as she struggled from class to class on her crutches. Such a sweet and funny young man. Your family is in our prayers..Rip

Shannon Elliott

October 19, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you family. Tyler will really miss Chase and his great sense of humor.

Kevin, Susan, Ethan and Jackson Garton

October 19, 2013

We are so very sorry for your loss. You all are in our prayers.

Cody Mccubbins

October 19, 2013

I will miss walking home from school with you Chase.

Karyl Mullins

October 19, 2013

Peace be with you all.

Cody Mccubbins

October 19, 2013

I'm going to miss walking home from school with you Chase.

LORETTA RAINWATER

October 19, 2013

You are in my prayers... GOD wrap your arms of comfort around this family... With deepest sympathy.

October 19, 2013

Rest in heavenly peace

October 19, 2013

So sorry for the loss of your son. My heart and prayers go out to you.

Bill Gatliff - Principal

October 19, 2013

On behalf of the staff at Stonewall Elementary, I would like to send our deepest sympathy to Chase's whole family. We enjoyed our years together with each of the kids; Casey, Chase, and Cara. Please know that you do not grieve alone. We know that the God who created Chase and now holds him close will bring your family comfort and peace.

Dennis Hamm

October 19, 2013

Jason, my heart aches for you brother. Be at peace , God has your child , it is fact.

Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one's youth. Blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! He shall not be put to shame when he speaks with his enemies in the gate.

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