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Marvin Chaney Obituary
Abilene, TX
Graveside services for Marvin Don Chaney, 79, of Abilene are scheduled for 10 am, Monday October 1st at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Abilene, with Rev. Susan Payne officiating, under the direction of Girdner Funeral Home.
Don passed away on September 17th, 2018. He was born November 5, 1938, to J.T. and Gwen Chaney. Don grew up in a loving home with his parents, and three little sisters. He attended Abilene High School, until he joined the United States Marine Corps, in 1956, serving during the Cuban Conflict. Following service to his country, Don attended North Texas State University in Denton Texas. Don was a real estate broker for over 25 years, working mostly in the East Texas area. Don served as Asst. chief for the Hawkins Volunteer Fire Dept., past master of Hawkins Masonic Lodge # 916, as well as served on the Hawkins chamber of Commerce and numerous other committees throughout his community. Don loved people, and could usually be found at the local coffee shop, at a little league baseball field, or wherever old or new friends could be found. Don loved his family, and during the last few weeks of his life, he enjoyed reminiscing fun times throughout his life with friends and family. Don was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Gayle Chaney, and his son Johnny Don Joy.
Don is survived by his sons and daughters in law, Steven and Shelly Chaney of Lindale, Kelly and Becky Joy of Houston; daughter Sheri Joy Hall of Plano; sisters Judi Chaney of Abilene, Jane and husband Mac Hurley of Abilene, and Lynda and husband Randall Custer of Tuscola; grandchildren Landon Chaney, Hollee Goode, Heather Terrell, Johnny Joy, and Harmony Tulloch, as well as many great grandchildren.
A special thanks to his sister Judi Chaney, as well as the staff/caregivers of Hendrick Hospice for their care and support during the final stages of his life.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Hendrick Hospice 1651 Pine Street, Abilene Texas 79601, or the American Cancer Society.
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September 28, 2018
My sincere condolences to your family. It's never easy to lose someone we love. May God provide comfort to your family during this difficult time. 2 Cor. 3:1.
Ronald Liberty
September 27, 2018
Don was a wonderful friend to me. He gave me wise counsel when I needed it. I will miss him. May Jesus bring you comfort in this time of need. Heaven loves Don too.
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