Lovevainey Chavez

1951 - 2021

Lovevainey (Viney) Chavez
March 29, 1951 - September 7, 2021
Kennewick, Washington - Lovevainey L. Chavez, (Nana) 70 of Kennewick was welcomed into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. She died at Kadlec Medical Center in Richland, Washington.
Viney, was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on March 29, 1951, to Frank and Doris Sartain. The family moved to Kennewick, Washington in 1952 where she was a lifelong resident for 69 years. She married her high school sweetheart, Gerald Chavez March 20, 1971 and they were married for 34 years until they divorced. However, they eventually became close friends and spoke every day, often attending family functions together.
After Viney's mom passed away in 1993 she dedicated her life to helping her dad (Our Papa). She devoted 20 years of her life as her dads primary caretaker. When Viney was not caring for her dad, you could find her working around one of the many properties she managed. You could often find Viney somewhere at the farm on her tractor, lawnmower, or one of her many work vehicles. Viney loved her many plants around her house and if you were ever on Perkins Rd you might find her outside tending to them.
Viney dedicated her life to her children, grandchildren, friends, friends of friends and even strangers. She loved helping others and that was evident in the strong relationships she built over the years on Perkins Rd. Viney's family often questioned some of her decisions, like the many times she would pull over in her van and offer people rides or when she would feed strangers she had just met. She had a heart to serve and never doubted her call from Christ and to be his hands and feet on earth while helping others and sharing God's good news.
Viney graduated from Kennewick High School in 1969 and belonged to the class of 69 reunion committee. Over the year's she has continued to have a close connection to many of her classmates. They met regularly for meetings, lunches, and dinners and she often shared her excitement with family about their many events.
One of Viney's greatest passions was to cook. Cooking was a gift she inherited from her mom's family and she loved everything about it. She spent more time in front of her stove than anywhere else in her home. You could often find her children, grandchildren, and friends gathered in the kitchen while she cooked and shared stories. Viney made it a habit to share the love of God through her cooking and she regularly delivered food to others. It didn't matter if you were the mailman, insurance agent, family, friend, or stranger, she would cook for you and love every minute of it. Viney had a rare talent of taking any ingredients and making a gourmet meal out of it . Viney's door was always open no matter what time of day or night it was. Regardless if it was Dino nuggets for her youngest grandson or ham & cabbage for her older grandchildren she whipped it up.
When Viney and Gerald were married and the kids were small they attended Finley First Baptist Church, eventually moving to Word Of Faith Center, in Kennewick. Viney served in a number of ministries at Word of Faith Center but took the greatest pride serving food for the many functions the church held. After attending WOFC for many years she then transitioned into online services through Elevation Church with Pastor Steven Furtick. She never missed a sermon and sometimes watched it several times throughout the day so that she made sure it got into her spirit.
Viney's greatest accomplishments were her 3 children and how proud she was of them and their families. She often said, "One thing I will say about all my children is they are all successful, hard workers, and LOVE Jesus with all their hearts." She enjoyed sharing their accomplishments with others and spending time with all of them.
Viney is survived by her children, Andre' (Rosabel) Chavez, Shana Chavez, Carlo (Jamie) Chavez all of Kennewick; Grandchildren, Andrew Hernandez, Lane Chavez, Bella Pablo (Eddie), Ty Chavez, Jewel Prantle (Ethan), Cheyenne Chavez, Ellie Chavez, Emma Chavez, Carson Chavez and Tanner Chavez. She is also survived by her ex-husband Gerald Chavez, honorary grandchildren Aaron Johnson and Diego Sabala and numerous family and close friends. She is preceded in death by her Mother Doris N. Sartain and her Father Frank A. Sartain.
A private family viewing will be held September 23, 2021, from 1-2 P.M with a public viewing to follow from 2-4 P.M. at Einan's at Sunset Event Center, 915 Bypass Hwy Richland, WA. A celebration of life will be September 24, 2021 at 2 P.M. at South Hills Church. 3700 W. 27th Ave. Kennewick, WA. Catered food reception immediately following the service at Carlo and Jamie's home.