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Joel Rodas Chamale

1964 - 2024

Joel Rodas Chamale obituary, 1964-2024, Richmond, VA

BORN

1964

DIED

2024

Joel Chamale Obituary

RODAS CHAMALE, Joel, Joel Rodas Chamale went to be with the Lord Wednesday, Jan 31, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Philippa and Louis Rodas. He is survived by his partner of 27 years: Linda Lane, his four sons: Eber, Obed, Marvin and William, his cousin Nestor Chamale (wife Meghan) and his siblings in Guatemala. Joel was a kind hearted and giving soul. Joel loved to dance and he and Linda used to dance all night. Joel was a hard worker and a skilled welder and enjoyed working for Patrick at Charles City Timber and Mat.

A gifted storyteller, Joe loved talking about his childhood in Guatemala, Jesus and football. Joe loved and cherished his sons very much. Funeral Services will be at Richmond Cremation Monday, 5 Feb 2024.
Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Feb. 3, 2024.

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Calvin Crewe III

January 28, 2026

Think of you all the time you are missed my friend

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February 14, 2025

You were a great person and good friend we all miss you at the sawmill

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February 7, 2024

You will be missed Joel I really enjoyed talking to you and enjoyed your friendship TeenyBany

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