Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
John Chenault Obituary
John Douglas Chenault, 70, of Horseshoe Road, died on Monday, June 14, 2021, at Babcock Manor.
Born in Lynchburg, Va., on January 8, 1951, he was a son of the late Carrie Goin Chenault and Dooley Chenault. He was a member of Hollywood Baptist Church and was an electrician having worked for Ranson Electric and Southern Air.
John is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Joan Wright Chenault; nephews, Roger Irvin, Chip Irvin, Jeff Chenault, and Brad Chenault; nieces, Angie Mann Childress, Linda Catron, Lisa Irvin, Sharon Ramsey, Tammy Trent, Jamie Makepeace, and Brandy Chenault; and aunts, Barbara Justus and husband, Billy and Evelyn Mayberry and husband, Ed. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Dennis W. Chenault, Charles Irvin, and Paul Irvin and a sister, Marilyn I. Mann.
A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, June 19, 2021, at Robinson Funeral Home by the Rev. Bob Phillips. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service and at other times at the residence.
Those wishing to make memorials please consider Patrick Henry Family Services, 1621 Enterprise Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24502 and designate for Care Teams.
Robinson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. An online condolence may be sent by visiting www.robinsonfuneral.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Chenault
Sponsored by Robinson Funeral Home - Appomattox.
Carolyn Baldwin
July 25, 2021
I didnt know about john until now such a nice man my condolences to the family. May you RIP John
J.D. & Pam Rothgeb
July 8, 2021
What a terrific guy who will be missed by many. May the memories that Johnny leaves behind, consoles, and helps heal your family. Please accept our condolences.
CRISTY GILLIAM
June 21, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. He was such a nice guy. So full of character and just an all around sweet soul. Prayers to the family.
Kitty Farris
June 17, 2021
Joan, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. John was such a sweet and kind person .He will surely be missed. God bless you and take care of you. With love and sympathy, Kitty and Mike Farris
Dawn Garrett
June 17, 2021
Joan I am so sorry to hear about John's passing. He was such a kind man and I always enjoyed his visits with dad when I was a kid. Praying for comfort and peace for you in the coming days.
Deborah Knight
June 17, 2021
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Keeping you in my prayers
Chrystal Page and Nancy Harris
June 16, 2021
Joan we are sorry to hear about John passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lawrence & Eleanor Johnson
June 16, 2021
Joan, so sorry to hear about Johnny. Lawrence has a lot of fond memories of working with Johnny at Brinkley Electric. Keeping you in our prayers.
Richard & Linda Seay
June 16, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Walter and “Sissy “ Thompson
June 15, 2021
Joan , we are sorry for your loss of Johnny. May God comfort and give you strength during this time and days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dillard & Margie Franklin
June 15, 2021
Joan & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of John's passing. He is now with God and not in pain anymore. John was such a good Christian man who was always willing to help people in need. Every time you met John he always had a sweet smile on his face. We will all miss him a lot at church. May your fond memories of him help comfort you in the diffiult days ahead. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
Dillard & Margie
Mary Ellen and Larry Foster
June 15, 2021
Joan, We are so sorry for the loss of John. He was a great Christian friend and he was a good man. It breaks our hearts that he passed while we are out of town, but just know that we are praying for you for strength in the days ahead.And what's more important, John is with his Lord and Savior and not in pain. We love you and will see you soon.
Geneva Gobble
June 15, 2021
Joan, I'm truly sorry to hear about Johnny, if you ever need anything please let me know
James Mann
June 15, 2021
Sorry to hear this. I went to school with John. Prayers for the family.
Patricia Harden
June 15, 2021
Joan,and family I'm so sorry for your loss, Johnny was always a kind and thoughtful man who always had a sweet smile. My prayers and condolences during this sad time. God bless you all.
Carla Torrence
June 15, 2021
Joan and family. We are so sad to hear about about Johnny. We only learned Sunday that he was in Babcock Manor. Prayers and deepest sympathy.
James and Carla Torrence
Carolyn Richardson
June 15, 2021
Joan, My sincere condolences to you at your loss of John. It's hard losing a spouse, but keeping those wonderful memories close to your heart, will help ease the pain. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Bonnie Toth
June 15, 2021
Joan: John surely was a fine and gentle man and we feel blessed to know you both. We both keep you in prayer for strength in the days ahead. Fred and Bonnie Toth
Henry & Linda Goode
June 15, 2021
Joan,
So sorry for your loss of John he will truly be missed. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Showing 1 - 19 of 19 results
Make a Donation
in John Chenault's name
Memorial Events
for John Chenault
Jun
19
Visitation
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Robinson Funeral Home - Appomattox667 Court Street PO Box 6, Appomattox, VA 24522
Jun
19
Funeral service
2:00 p.m.
Robinson Funeral Home - Appomattox667 Court Street PO Box 6, Appomattox, VA 24522
Funeral services provided by:
Robinson Funeral Home - Appomattox667 Court Street PO Box 6, Appomattox, VA 24522
How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor John Chenault's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
