John Lee Chaney

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Biography: John Lee Chaney, 48, of Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away on May 1, 2016 after a brief illness at Baptist Health Medical Center. He was born in Little Rock on October 2, 1967, and was preceded in death by his mother Mary Lillian Lee Chaney and his grandparents Loreen Meador and John Hunter Lee. John grew up and attended school in Jonesboro, Arkansas, where he participated in Special Olympics and particularly enjoyed success in swimming. Also while in Jonesboro, John worked for Pizza Hut and was honored for his hard work as the disabled employee of the year in the state of Arkansas. In November 2002, after he had moved to Little Rock, John became a client of AEDD, a wonderful organization that provided him with work opportunities, independent living and many lifelong friends. In addition, John participated in numerous activities including proms, summer camps, beach trips and Miracle League baseball. The entire family would like to convey heartfelt thanks to the staff of AEDD for all the love and kindness they showed John over the years. Indeed, they are like a second family to him. John was sweet, kind, caring and funny. He enjoyed bowling and dancing. He loved music and would often sit and listen to his favorite rock or disco songs, legs crossed, swaying to the beat. He was always generous with his famous smile and big warm hugs. A loving pat on the head from John Chaney was a coveted honor. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. John is survived by a family who loves him very much, including his brother, Don Chaney of Little Rock; his sisters Marjorie Chaney Powell (Curtis) of Dallas, Rebecca Chaney Campbell (Phil) of Little Rock, Marianne Chaney Hudson of Fayetteville; and his many nephews and nieces John Hunter Cooper (Lindsey) of Little Rock, Ross Snow Cooper of Napa, California, Susannah Lee Powell of Fayetteville, Harper Lee Hudson Fayetteville, Camille Michelson Powell of Dallas, John Arthur Hudson of Fayetteville, and Calvin Lee Chaney of Little Rock. A funeral service will be held at Ruebel Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. followed by a short visitation and then burial at Forest Hills Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Arkansas Enterprises for the Developmentally Disabled (AEDD) at 105 E. Roosevelt Road, Little Rock, AR, 72206 or www.aeddinc.org.

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Jim Chaney

#14

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

John Chaney is the best person I have ever known.

#13

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

So sorry for your loss may you find peace and comfort in the words spoken at 1 Corinthians 1:3,4.

Isiah and Florcia Thomas

#12

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

When the enemy death strikes, it can leave us with emotions that are difficult to understand and process.? My family and I have gained comfort from God's word when we suffered the loss of a dear love one.? We have found that meditating on such Scriptures as Philippians 4:6, 7 helped our thoughts plus gives us? the Peace of God that is bigger than the pain that we may feel. We desire that you? find comfort as well.

Greg Ballard

#11

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Becky and Phil, Shelia and I so very sad for the loss of John. Please know that our sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We love you.

Brett mcdaniel

#10

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Deepest condolences to your family and know john is home safe and sound. Remember his smile at church when I was a kid. Inspired me then and inspires me today. Thank you, John. Brett McDaniel, Jonesboro.

nancy mahler

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

John was so much fun to be with, at Special Olympics, Bowling, Dances and picnics. Jennifer and I will miss seeing him. The social scene will not be the same without John, with his musical expertise, and his humor.
To the Chaney Family, and the AEDD Family, we are very sorry for your loss.
Nancy and Jennifer Mahler

Glenn Cook

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

John was one of my mother's and myself all time favorite kids from day care. So sorry for your family's loss.

Kathy Beach

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Bob and I send our sincere condolences to John's brother and sisters. It is so difficult to adjust to the empty space a loved-one leaves. Fill it up with your memories to help you through this sad change in your lives.

Jennifer Peters Dunlap

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I was at ASU from '72 to '75. I was the President of the ASU Chapter of Student Council for Exceptional Children. We had a fund raiser raffling a bicycle. "John John", as he was called then, drew the winning ticket for us. I will never forget the joy he had that day with all of the special attention he received. He always brought a smile to everyone's faces. My dad, George Peters, taught in the Counseling and Psychology Department at ASU. My family loved John. He was a special guy. We are so sorry for your loss.

Rusty Hudson

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

I had the honor of receiving one of those head pats. I'll sure miss John Chaney. He was a great guy. Thoughts and prayers to all.

Elizabeth R. Eskew

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

John's beautiful spirit, warm smile, and acknowledging head nod will be missed. It was a wonderful opportunity and pleasure to work with John... His pleasant memories will always be cherished.

Sammie Gail Sanders Children's Learning Center

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Our deepest sympathy.

Linda & David Cassinelli

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Becky & to all your family we want to say how sad we are for your loss of John. I know he will be greatly missed but one thing for sure heaven has another angel!! I was honered to get that pat on the head & feel blessed because of it. Our condolences again, Love & Comfort to you & your family!

Cindy Glover

Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am

Loved me some John!! He will always be remembered! RIP my friend!

John Lee Chaney

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