▰ Robert Kaplan Chess Died August 02, … More Information |
Robert Kaplan Chess, born May 5, 1931 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord August 2, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. Robert was 86.
Family members and close friends: , David Christian, Nick Aub |
▰ Richard Benjamin Chess, Jr Died December 09, … More Information |
Richard Benjamin Chess, Jr , born March 3, 1935 died December 9, 2013 in Ventura, California. Richard was 78.
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Obituary: 3, 1935 - 9, 2013 At ease Marine, you have served well. Richard Chess was quite literally a gentleman and a scholar. Born to Richard Benjamin Chess, Sr. and Teresa io Chess in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania, his early years were a happy chronicle of life in small town America. He bought his first car, a two-cylinder Crossley convertible, when he was 12 with money earned from his paper route. In his first outing, he drove the car into the back of the Waynesburg movie theatre. His driving improved, at 16 he and a friend set out to drive to California. The Crossley gave out somewhere in Oklahoma, but was never to be forgotten. The family moved to Downers Grove, a Chicago suburb, when Dick entered high school. He excelled in academics, drama and sports, caddying at Helmsdale Country Club inaugurating his life-long love of golf. Dick attended at Miami of Ohio University for two years and then graduated from Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts on an NROTC scholarship in 1957. Upon graduation he married Cynthia Hooper and joined the Marine Corps. Dicks three years in the Marine Corps were a hugely influential part of his life. His Basic Training Class of 1957 was evidently a rowdy bunch, but it produced two three-star generals and a Marine Corps Commandant. Dick attained the rank of First Lieutenant. the Marines, Dick enrolled in George Washington University Law School. His first job was in Bobby Kennedys Department of Justice. As Dick described it, All hell was breaking loose in the Civil Rights Division. He was sent to Mississippi to work on voter registration cases. Because of his Marine Corps training, Dick was then assigned as one of the Federal officers to escort James Meredith as he integrated the University of Mississippi. Dick recalled, There were two Justice Department attorneys on either side of Mr. Meredith; two Federal Marshals, behind him. On the streets on either side were two military vehicles carrying armed soldiers. This is how we accompanied him to class, to the dormitory, to the Student Union, wherever he went. Dick practiced law in Fairfax, Virginia, for 25 years, but he also loved golf and tennis. During the winter months he would take an annual trek to play golf in warmer climes with an infamous group of D.C. businessmen known as the Bat-AC. His tennis also was affected by the winter weather and so he went into real estate to build indoor tennis facilities at half a dozen locations in the Washington, D.C. area. In 1980, Dick came to Southern California with his second wife, Martha Benton, to pursue other real estate activities. His parents and his brothers, dentists Tom and Ron Chess and their families, were already in residence here. Dick moved to Ventura and practiced real estate with Don Carlton. In 1987, he met Betsy Blanchard. were married on Christmas Eve, 1987, and the next day left for a honeymoon in Paris accompanied by six of their best-friend couples! Dick and Betsy lived a wonderful life of friends, family, tennis, golf, travel and involvement in the community for almost 26 years. Dick missed practicing law and in 1992 took the California Bar, noting that it had been 27 years since he had taken the Virginia Bar. Needless to say, he passed. Although his background was in real estate and commercial law, Dick found his true calling as a mediator. He worked with Pepperdines then nascent mediation program and was one of the founders of the Ventura for Dispute Resolution with which he was active until the end of his life. Dick was president of the former Ventura Symphony, the first president of Turning Point Foundation, former chairman of the Harbor Commission for the City of Ventura, a former member of the Ventura Rent Review Board and former board member of Saticoy Country Club. Dick and Betsy supported each other in all they did, although he was a bit non-plussed when Betsy returned to competitive horseback riding a decade ago, horses never being his thing! also valued their membership in the Church of the Foothills. Dick perfectly fit the definition of a Virginia Gentleman. Tall, handsome, effortlessly gracious and elegant he was a man of few words, but each was measured and worth listening to. He loved playing gin rummy and bridge with his buddies at Saticoy Country Club, charming the ladies and entertaining with Betsy in the home they built overlooking the ocean in Ventura where he forever will be remembered for mixing his famous green apple martinis. Dick Chess is survived by his wife, Betsy; son Dana Chess of Hagerstown, MD, daughter Susan Tabler (husband Lee and daughters Cynthia and Juliana) of Dubai, United Arab Emirates; son Taylor Chess (wife Charlotte and children Connor, Catie, Phoebe and Bennett) of Fairfax, VA; stepdaughter Devon Cichoski (husband Vince) of Santa Paula, CA; brother Dr. Tom Chess (wife Carol) of South Pasadena, CA, brother Dr. Ron Chess (wife Gloria) of Camarillo, CA; brothers-in-law John Blanchard (wife Kai) of Camarillo, CA, Jim Blanchard (wife Rhonda) of Chico, CA and numerous loving nieces and nephews. Dick had been felled by a stroke on 3rd and he fought valiantly. His end was peaceful, surrounded by a loving circle of family who wished him Godspeed as he embarked on his next great Journey. Memorial contributions may be made to the Turning Point Foundation, New West Symphony, Ventura Music Festival or a charity of your choice. A memorial service will be held , 1, 2014, 2:00 pm at the Church of the Foothills in Ventura followed by a reception at Saticoy Country Club. are under the direction of the Ted Mayr , 3150 Loma Vista Road, Ventura. |
▰ Richard Benjamin Chess Jr Died December 09, … More Information |
Richard Benjamin Chess Jr , born March 3, 1935 entered Heaven's gates on December 9, 2013 in Ventura, California. Richard was 78.
Family members and close friends: , Gigi Bilat, David Driscoll, Cheryl Armstrong, Linda Kay Fisher, Carolyn Dolen, Dorothy Loebl, Jeff Green, T Williams, Pam Murphy, Kioren Moss, Rose Hayden-smith, Tom And Nona Sarver, Maryann And Don Benton, William Marchio, Vella Buchanan, Peter Drake, Scott Rushing |
▰ Raymond C "Ray" Chess Died March 11, … More Information |
Raymond C "Ray" Chess, age 79 of California, born in Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully March 11, 1999. Obituary published: March 12, 1999 in "Sacramento Bee" |
▰ Lydia Violet Chess Died June 04, … More Information | Lydia Violet Chess, born July 3, 1926 passed away peacefully June 4, 2015 in Carlsbad, California. Lydia was 88. |
▰ Lydia Violet Chess Died June 04, … More Information |
Lydia Violet Chess, born July 3, 1926 went into the presence of the Lord on June 4, 2015 in Oceanside, California. Lydia was 88.
Family members and close friends: , M. Da Costa |
▰ Leonard H Chess Died January 04, … More Information |
Leonard H Chess, of Escondido, California, left hisearthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home January 4, 2003. Leonard was 77. Obituary published: January 05, 2003 in "NC Times" |
▰ Leocadia "Lee" (Jonca) Chess Died July 06, … More Information |
Leocadia "Lee" (Jonca) Chess, age 78 of California, born in Hamtramck, Michigan, passed from this life on July 6, 2004. Obituary published: July 07, 2004 in "NC Times" |
▰ Joseph F (Defoe) Chess Died September 26, … More Information |
Joseph F (Defoe) Chess, of Lockford, California, died on September 26, 2015. Joseph was 80. Obituary published: September 27, 2015 in "San Mateo T" |
▰ Joseph Frank Chess Died September 13, … More Information | Joseph Frank Chess, born April 7, 1965 entered the Kingdom of Heaven September 13, 2015 in Danville, California. Joseph was 50. |
▰ John B Chess Died April 17, … More Information |
John B Chess passed away April 17, 2002 in Auburn, California. Obituary published: April 18, 2002 in "Pasadena Star N" |
▰ James Morton Chess Died June 26, … More Information |
James Morton Chess, age 57 of California, born in Brooklyn, New York, went into the presence of the Lord on June 26, 2007. Obituary published: June 27, 2007 in "Press Demo" |
▰ James Edward Chess Died January 10, … More Information |
James Edward Chess, of Fresno, California, went to be with the Lord on January 10, 2007. James was 73. Obituary published: January 11, 2007 in "Fresno B" |
▰ Gary E Chess Died June 10, … More Information |
Gary E Chess, age 50 of Sacramento, California, passed from this world into the next June 10, 1998. Obituary published: June 11, 1998 in "Sacramento Bee" |
▰ Dorothy Ann Chess Died April 07, … More Information |
Dorothy Ann Chess, a resident of Ventura, California for decades, died April 7, 2007 in Ventura, California at the age of 56. Obituary published: April 08, 2007 in "Ventura C-S" |
▰ Dorothy Ann Chess Died April 06, … More Information |
Dorothy Ann Chess, of Ventura, California, went to be with the Lord on April 6, 2007. Dorothy was 56. Obituary published: April 07, 2007 in "Ventura C-S" |
▰ David J Chess Died May 24, … More Information |
David J Chess, born January 16, 1933 joined the Lord May 24, 2015 in Paso Robles, California. David was 82.
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Obituary: Born on a farm in Picabo, Idaho, the youngest of 15 children, Dave was raised by his siblings and discovered his lasting love for animals. He faithfully attended school reunions in y and kept up relationships with fourth grade school buddies. finishing school he joined the Navy in 1951 where he spent a great deal of time in the Aleutian Islands. He was an engineman, keeping those diesel engines running smoothly, as well as a qualifed Navy driver. his discharge from the Navy in 1955 Dave moved to California where he married Nettie and had three children, Diana, David and Debbie, later remarrying and adopting his wife’s son, Denny. He began his trucking career near LAX as a driver delivering freight to businesses. He later founded Air By Chess, a freight forwarding business which he ran successfully for many years. closing his business he established the Los Angeles division of Direct Air before retiring in 2000, for a total of 45 years in the freight business at LAX. Dave and Jackie met in 1982 on a trip to Madrid, Spain as guests of TWA. were married in 1984, and Dave helped raise Jackie’s two teenage girls, Deborah and Lisa. He soon became their Dad who walked each down the aisle for their wedding ceremonies. When Dave retired he and Jackie moved to Paso Robles in 2001, where he loved dancing to live music and following his favorite musicians around town. He also loved playing poker at the Elk’s Club and the Rancho Paso Community. He will be missed by his loving family: Wife - Jackie Chess Daughter - Diana (Don) Azevedo, Boise, Id. Grandchildren: Blayne; Adam; Novia; Colleen; Alexa Son - David (Pat) Chess of Isleton, CA. Grandson: Michael Daughter - Debbie Hulse of Rio Vista, CA. Grandson, Dwight Stepson - Denny (Katrina) Bates of Nampa, ID, Grandchildren: Anthony, Mitchell, Gregory, Michael, and Desiree Stepdaughter - Deborah (Mike) Pulskamp of Ione, CA Stepdaughter - Lisa Friedrich of Minnapolis, MN There are a total of 16 Great-Grandchildren Please add your own memories and photos or light a candle to express your own thoughts to the family. |
▰ Annette M Chess Died November 27, … More Information |
Annette M Chess, of California, born in Illinois, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master November 27, 1998. Annette was 74. Obituary published: November 28, 1998 in "Sacramento Bee" |
▰ Annette M Chess Died November 26, … More Information |
Annette M Chess, age 74 of California, born in Illinois, departed this life Sunday November 26, 1998. Obituary published: November 27, 1998 in "Sacramento Bee" |
▰ Mick Chesrown Died May 13, … More Information |
Mick Chesrown, age 72 of California, born in Shields, North Dakota, passed from this life on May 13, 2005. Obituary published: May 14, 2005 in "Spokesman-Review (WA)" |
▰ Aldo D Chesrown Died October 18, … More Information |
Aldo D Chesrown, age 75 of California, entered the Kingdom of Heaven October 18, 2005. Obituary published: October 19, 2005 in "San Mateo T" |
▰ Walt Chespak Died December 07, … More Information |
Walt Chespak, of California, born in Newark, New Jersey, entered Heaven's gates on December 7, 2013. Walt was 80. Obituary published: December 08, 2013 in "OCR" |
▰ Ronald J Chespak Died July 13, … More Information |
Ronald J Chespak, of Palm Springs, California, passed from this life on July 13, 2005. Ronald was 45. Obituary published: July 14, 2005 in "Desert Sun" |
▰ Joseph Francis Chesonis Died March 16, … More Information | Joseph Francis Chesonis, born December 11, 1928 entered into eternal rest March 16, 2018 in Whittier, California. Joseph was 89. |
▰ Jean Ann Chesonis Died June 23, … More Information | Jean Ann Chesonis passed away June 23, 1979 in Whittier, California. |
▰ Edward John Chesonis Died October 04, … More Information |
Edward John Chesonis, of Apple Valley, California, entered into eternal rest October 4, 2002. Edward was 78. Obituary published: October 05, 2002 in "Daily Press" |
▰ George Cheso Died August 21, … More Information |
George Cheso, of Redding, California, left us to live with the Father in his new eternal home August 21, 2006. George was 74. Obituary published: August 22, 2006 in "Redding R-S" |
▰ Paul R Chesny Died July 25, … More Information | Paul R Chesny, born August 7, 1938 entered eternal life July 25, 2017 in California. Paul was 78. |
▰ Yeteva Ruth "Tete" Chesnutt Died August 08, … More Information |
Yeteva Ruth "Tete" Chesnutt, age 72 of Fremont, California, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord August 8, 1999. Obituary published: August 09, 1999 in "Oakland Tribune" |
▰ Yeteva Ruth "Tete" Chesnutt Died August 07, … More Information |
Yeteva Ruth "Tete" Chesnutt, of Fremont, California, went to be with the Lord on August 7, 1999. Yeteva was 72. Obituary published: August 08, 1999 in "Oakland Tribune" |
▰ Richard W Chesnutt Died July 06, … More Information | Richard W Chesnutt, born April 22, 1938 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord July 6, 2013 in Newhall, California. Richard was 75. |
▰ Richard W Chesnutt Died July 06, … More Information | Richard W Chesnutt, born April 22, 1938 died on July 6, 2013 in Newhall, California. Richard was 75. |
▰ Hazel Marie Chesnutt Died January 03, … More Information |
Hazel Marie Chesnutt went into the presence of the Lord on January 3, 2007 in California. Obituary published: January 04, 2007 in "Auburn Journal" |
▰ William T Chesnut Died January 29, … More Information |
William T Chesnut, age 69 of San Andreas, California, entered into eternal rest January 29, 1997. Obituary published: January 30, 1997 in "Stockton Record" |
▰ William Franklin Chesnut Died February 25, … More Information | William Franklin Chesnut, born January 31, 1934 went to be with the Lord on February 25, 1950 in Whittier, California. WILLIAM was 16. |
▰ Walter E Chesnut Died June 29, … More Information | Walter E Chesnut passed away June 29, 1979 in Whittier, California. |
▰ Verna M Chesnut Died May 30, … More Information |
Verna M Chesnut, 78, of California departed this life May 30, 2001. Obituary published: May 31, 2001 in "The Daily Review" |
▰ Verlie Lea Chesnut Died June 01, … More Information |
Verlie Lea Chesnut, of California, born in Jefferson City, Missouri, entered Heaven's gates on June 1, 1999. Verlie was 69. Obituary published: June 02, 1999 in "San Diego U-T" |
▰ Susan (Dolan) Chesnut Died June 02, … More Information |
Susan (Dolan) Chesnut, age 66 of California, born in Toledo, Ohio, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she June 2, 2012. Obituary published: June 03, 2012 in "San Mateo T" |
▰ Robert L Chesnut Died October 25, … More Information |
Robert L Chesnut, age 69 of Carpinteria, California, entered into eternal rest October 25, 1999. Obituary published: October 26, 1999 in "San Luis Obispo T" |
▰ Quentin "Slim" Chesnut Died March 08, … More Information |
Quentin "Slim" Chesnut left this earth on March 8, 2014 to meet with Jesus, his Lord and Savior in Murrieta, California. Obituary published: March 09, 2014 in "PE" |
▰ Patricia Ann Chesnut Died January 21, … More Information | Patricia Ann Chesnut, born March 30, 1931 died on January 21, 2018 in Santa Barbara, California. Patricia was 86. |
▰ Myrtle C Chesnut Died June 26, … More Information | Myrtle C Chesnut left this earth on June 26, 1970 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Whittier, California. |
▰ Marion Jane Chesnut Died August 22, … More Information | Marion Jane Chesnut, born December 22, 1926 went to be with the Lord on August 22, 2016 in Fresno, California. Marion was 89. |
▰ Jessie Amanda Chesnut Died January 03, … More Information |
Jessie Amanda Chesnut, age 91 of California, entered Heaven's gates on January 3, 2005. Obituary published: January 04, 2005 in "Long Beach P-T" |
▰ James G Chesnut Died February 12, … More Information |
James G Chesnut, age 72 of Oakland, California, went into the presence of the Lord on February 12, 1904. Obituary published: February 13, 1904 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)" |
▰ James Madison Chesnut Died June 30, … More Information |
James Madison Chesnut, born April 15, 1939 departed this life Sunday June 30, 2014 in Spring Valley, California. James was 75.
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Obituary: Jim was born 15, 1939 and passed 30, 2014. He was a respiratory therapist, a skill he learned as a Navy corpsman. He served patients at Mercy and Alvarado Hospitals for 53 years. He is survived by his wife of 52 years and his son Matthew, as well as two sisters, Joann Creitz and Alice Wall. Jim knew Jesus and was grounded in his Christian faith. He was devoted to his family who shared his love of fishing and sports, especially the Kansas Jayhawks and San Diego Chargers. The family wishes to express its deep appreciation for all the excellent care Jim received during his long struggle with heart disease and the ensuing diabetes and all its complications. Their warm and caring treatment will long be remembered. |
▰ James Madison Chesnut Died June 30, … More Information |
James Madison Chesnut, born April 15, 1939 went to be with the Lord on June 30, 2014 in Lemon Grove, California. James was 75.
Family members and close friends: , Liz Mcnamara, Patti Tharp, Shirley Curray, Alice Wall, Andy Wall, Linda Broadfield Saake, Steve Schaefer, Linda Saake |
▰ Ione E Chesnut Died September 07, … More Information | Ione E Chesnut, born November 16, 1914 entered Heaven's gates on September 7, 2017 in Lake Isabella, California. Ione was 102. |
▰ Ione E Chesnut Died September 07, … More Information | Ione E Chesnut, born November 16, 1914 passed from this world into the next September 7, 2017 in Bakersfield, California. IONE was 102. |
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