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1959
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2016
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Tommy Chesnut Obituary
Chesnut
November 15, 1959-
June 14, 2016
Columbus, Georgia- Service: Tuesday June 21, 2016 11:00 am at Colonial Funeral Home. Tommy Chesnut was born and lived in Columbus, Georgia all his life.
He was preceded in death by mother Anne Chesnut.
Survivors: Father Jake Chesnut Columbus, GA - Brother: Bobby Chesnut Columbus, GA
Nephew: Ryan Chesnut (Calista) Phenix City, AL - Great Nephew:Gavin Chesnut - Niece: Olivia Chesnut - Aunt: Carol Kennon Fortson, GA - Aunt: Joyce Thomas & Cousin: Rory Sims of Yakima, WA and several other cousins.
Tommy attended Kendrick High School & CVCC. He worked as a purchaser & salesman for Kiralfys, Mansours and Danny Sellers Shoes before, he became a local car salesman to include Carl Gregory Chrysler/Dodge.
Tommy enjoyed Playing Golf with his Dad, Bobby, Ryan and friends. He enjoyed listening to bands and going to concerts and his main interest was playing lead guitar & singing for the local John J Hooker Band over 30 years with Bubba Ray, Kim Streifel, Kevin Argo, Erwin Stevens & Brother Bobby.
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Tom Holifield
April 30, 2018
Tommy and I grew up living in the Wellington Park subdivision . We both lived on the same street ( Skylake Drive
) just down the street from one another. We became good friends out of our love for music and once played in a band named " Legend " together in the late 70's . I will never forget Tommy's smile and his devotion to his friends. Tommy had an amazing personality and was an extremely positive person at all times. People were drawn to him because he never met a stranger and was kind - hearted to all who crossed his path. Tommy was a very fun person to be around and everybody enjoyed his company. When learning of Tommy's departure from this life to the next , I was overcome with grief and tears. All the great memories Tommy and I shared came flooding back in my mind and I could still see his smile as if I had just seen him that very moment. Tommy is just one of those unique people you only meet once in your life time. I will forever be grateful for the time I spent with Tommy.
John Valitzski
June 15, 2017
My condolences go out the family ,my brother Bobby Valitzski and tommy were best friends ,sincerely John Valitzski
Jeff Chancey
October 2, 2016
RIP, Tommy. You were a good man.
Rose King
June 21, 2016
I'll always remember your brother - Bobby. I love both of you. Great friends and good memories I will cherish forever.
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Colonial Funeral Home & Crematory - Phenix City613 14th Street, Phenix City, AL 36867-5044
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