Robert A McChesney
November 7, 1927 ~ August 31, 2018
Born in: East Brady, Pennsylvania
Robert "Bob" A. McChesney, 90, passed away on Friday, August 31, 2018 in his home.He was born in East Brady on November 7, 1927 to parents John L. and Buelah B. (Smith) McChesney. Robert proudly served his country during WWII in the 20th Army Air Force as a Private First Class in the 30th Bomb Squad. While in the Army, he was awarded the WWII Victory Medal.He married Eleanor M. Phillips on September 30, 1950 and they shared a wonderful life together. She preceded him in death in 2009. He retired from the Pennsylvania Railroad in Corry, PA, where he worked as a car inspector for more than 20 years. He then worked as a painter for Wilson & Hampton Construction in California. In his spare time, he enjoyed bee keeping, gardening, and woodworking. He also loved his dogs. He was also a member at the Victory Heights United Brethren Church. Robert is survived by his brother, Eugene McChesney of Oil City; his two sisters, Lorraine Grandelis and Shirley Pierson, both of Franklin; numerous nieces and nephews, especially Carolyn Davis and Bonnie Deeter; and several great-nieces, especially Darla Uhl.The family would also like to recognize and thank Bob's special friend, Doris Miller, and his sister-in-law, Marilyn McChesney, for all their love and help.In addition to his parents and wife, Robert was preceded in death by his two brothers, James and Henry McChesney; and his four sisters, Aletha Snow, Hazel Snow, Ethel Deeter, and an infant sister. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin, PA, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Reverend Roger Overmeyer, retired pastor, officiating.Interment will be held at Rockland Cemetery, where military honors will be accorded by the V.E.T.S. Honor Guard.The family suggests memorial contributions be made in Robert's name to the Venango County Humane Society, P.O. Box 1045, Oil City, PA 16301; AseraCare Hospice, 1600 Peninsula Drive, Erie, PA 16505; and/or to a charity of one's choice.To send flowers, cards, online condolences, or for more information, friends and family are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com.
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Loved he and aunt Eleanor visiting, especially when they had the pugs Sugar & Sheba. He is at rest now. Til we meet again Uncle Bob. all my love. Karen & Family
Cant ever forget the time you took me fishing in Sugarcreek. When I musta been about 12. We fished from a large fallen tree. extended out into the water. I was closer to shore but you were way out there with your fishing pole. Suddenly you looked at me and your finger to your lips ( shhhh). You knelt down ever so slowly and so very carefully extended your hand way down into the water. It seemed like such a long time. Then ever sooo slowly you stood up with one Very Large Fish. No Hook, line or pole. Bare Handed. Blew my young mind. My Uncle Bob was one Fantastic Fisherman…..Thanks for that Memory Uncle Bob. Your at peace and pain free now… Say Hi to The Others there waitin on the rest…..
Love you Uncle Bob, please RIP with Aunt Eleanor give her a big hug from Jeff and I.
I have so many beautiful memories its hard to pick a favorite one. I think the things you use to say whenever you would be driving and someone would do something off the wall you’d say “that cotton picker!” and I would just think what??? Later I did figure it out that the “cotton picker” just ticked you off. LOL. Loved spending time with you whenever we could. You came to our rescue many times when I was a kid, Loved the pups you always had, Sugar and Sheba (black & white pugs) will always have a spot in my heart and memories. Uncle Bob you have been an amzing Uncle to our family.
Love Jan & Jeff Lawrence
Our thoughts and prayers at this sadden time for all of Bob’s family. We got to know Bob quite well while attending V,H.U. B. Church’.. He was a sweet man and loved by all. Richard and Nancy Peterson
Bob was a family friend and was always willing to help out when something needed done. He was a good friend to my mother as he was to her father. He became a friend to my brothers and me as well. His friendship lasted three generations in our family and I know we will all miss him terribly. Steve.
Sorry to hear of the passing of Bob. Prayers to the family.
Edie Dean and Family
My sincere sympathy for your family’s loss.
Sue Smith