William Ernest “Bill” Chaney, Jr., 91, of a lifelong resident of Dunkirk passed away September 17, 2021. He was born November 13, 1929 in Dunkirk to William Ernest and Ruth M. (Hauser) Chaney. Bill was raised in Dunkirk and joined the United States Air Force on July 9, 1951 and was honorably discharged on July 8, 1955. He married Susan Raino on June 19, 1974 and they made their home in Dunkirk. Bill worked as an electrician at Andrews Air Force Base for many years, retiring in 1988. Bill also worked part time at the Upper Marlboro A&P for 10 years. He loved judo and volunteered as a judo instructor with Calvert County Parks and Recreation, starting in the mid 1980’s. Bill also enjoyed slot machines, collecting stamps and coins, working in the yard, watching Westerns, and being with his dog Sassy.
Bill is survived by his loving wife Susan B. Chaney, children Elizabeth A. Antoniolli and husband Paul of Aquasco, Robert W. Chaney of West Virginia, Charles Michael Chaney of Oregon, Dawn D. Chaney of Mechanicsville, and Heather Chaney-Frye of Pooler, GA. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and sisters Jean Chaney Touchette of Burlington, NC, Patricia Chaney O’Brien of Dunkirk, and Sherry Marie Clark and husband Bill of Dunkirk. He was preceded in death by his son William E. Chaney III and a grandchild.
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Debra A Sandlin
October 17 – Obituary: William Ernest “Bill” Chaney, Jr.
Elizabeth and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you for your loss. May time break your pain. Your dad was always the friendliest when ever I saw him out and about in Dunkirk.
Debbie (Mair) Sandlin
Scott Danzig
October 1 – Obituary: William Ernest “Bill” Chaney, Jr.
He was a pleasure to be on the mat with. Sorry to see you go.
Diane Tamai Jackson
September 30 – Obituary: William Ernest “Bill” Chaney, Jr.
Sue, Heather, and family,
Thank you for sharing Bill with the judo community. I have good memories of competing with Heather as kids. Judo always taught us to want to win but balanced by ‘mutual welfare and benefit.’ Bill was and will be always ‘Mr. Chaney’ to me, even as I passed 50 years old myself. He always had a smile and was always looking to help. Bill and my father, who passed many years ago, were united in the judo spirit. Bill will be greatly missed. My prayers and very best are with you, Diane Tamai Jackson
Tamai Family
September 28 – Obituary: William Ernest “Bill” Chaney, Jr.
Our deepest sympathies, condolences and prayers to the family and friends. Bill was a very nice man who touched the lives of so many people. He volunteered his time at all of our judo events to help in any way he could. Bill was very giving of his time to help other people. We are all blessed for having him touch our lives. He will be missed. May he rest in eternal peace and happiness.
Shane O'Neill
September 26 – Obituary: William Ernest “Bill” Chaney, Jr.
Aunt Sue, we love you and you are in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss you Uncle Bill.
Barbara Anne Fenwick
September 26 – Obituary: William Ernest “Bill” Chaney, Jr.
Dear Sue and family,
Our prayers are wrapped around all of you as a hug. May the loving life you two shared be what fills your heart, and brings a smile to your face even in this sad time. Thinking of you always ..Barb and Bobby
Lisa Norwood
September 23 – Obituary: William Ernest “Bill” Chaney, Jr.
To the Chaney Family,
Mr. Chaney was always a sweetie! I remember him coming in every morning to get a stamp. When he didn’t come, we were always asking if anyone had seen him yet. He will be missed by many. Hugs to the family. Lisa Norwood/Retired Clerk at Dunkirk Post Office
Lisa Berry
September 20 – Obituary: William Ernest “Bill” Chaney, Jr.
From the staff of Dunkirk post office Mr Chaney (shorty) will definitely be missed. He never missed a day. Mr Chaney had such a warm quite spirit
Casey Raino
September 19 – Obituary: William Ernest “Bill” Chaney, Jr.
Aunt Susie we love you so very much! Continued prayers during the days to come. Uncle Bill will surely be greatly missed.
Cousin Kathy
September 19 – Obituary: William Ernest “Bill” Chaney, Jr.
Sue, so sorry for your loss! Wish I could be there for you during this most difficult time! Remember and cherish all the happy memories. Sincerely cousin Kathy & Jim
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