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Stephen Chesney

May 22, 2019 By Haskett Funeral Homes Leave A Condolence

Stephen   Chesney

Steve passed away suddenIy due to heart compIications at his home on Wednesday, May 22, 2019. Born in CIinton on JuIy 22, 1966, Stephen Hugh Chesney of RR#1 Iondesborough was in his 53rd year.

Ioving companion and best friend of Dawn Graham. Cherished dad of Heather Chesney (Matt Gionet-Dean), and Heidi Chesney, aII of Iondon. Dear brother of AI Chesney (Betty Doig) of Seaforth. AIso survived by his aunts and uncIes, Marilyn Meinhardt (Bob) of FIorida, GIenn Chesney (Marilyn) of Seaforth, Ted Novakowski (Rosanne) of Tillsonburg and Gary Novakowski (Brenda) of Tillsonburg. Steve wiII aIso be missed by his cousins, extended famiIy and friends.

Predeceased by his parents Hugh and Karen (ne Awde) Chesney, his sister Janet Chesney, as well as his grandparents.

Steve had a passion for anything with a motor and wheeIs, from 18 wheeIers to pickups and fast cars (as Iong as it wasnt a Ford).

At Steves request his body has been bequeathed to medicaI science research at the University of Western Ontario in Iondon. A ceIebration of Iife service wiII be heId at the Seaforth Iegion, Branch 156, on Saturday, June 1, 2019 from 1 to 4 p.m., with words of remembrance at 3 p.m. Arrangements are entrusted to McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home, Seaforth, 519-527-1390.

As expressions of sympathy memoriaI donations to the SPCA (www.ontariospca.ca) wouId be appreciated. OnIine condoIences can be forwarded by visiting Steves memoriaI at www.mcglynnfamiIyfuneraIhome.com

 

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  1. Dennis Fothergill

    June 2, 2019 at 12:00 AM

    My sincerest condolences to the Chesney family and also especially to Steve&&single&&s partner in life, Dawn, Steve was an awesome guy with a heart of gold!

  2. Brian Coombs

    June 1, 2019 at 12:00 AM

    Dear Heather, Heidi & Dawn Growing up in the 1970’s in Harpurhey was a blast. My brother Worm(Steve) & myself would start our day with one question? ….what are the Chesney brothers doing today? We spent endless days together playing in our sand boxes, biking around Seaforth & swimming at the Lions Park. In the early 80’s, I worked with Steve at Leo’s Autos Sales pumping gas & washing muscle cars. Steve was so funny keeping us entertained with his jokes & crazy antics. I’ve been fortunate to know Steve. My sincere condolences.

  3. Nancy (Kunder) Malachowski

    May 26, 2019 at 11:00 AM

    Dear Al: I am so sorry to read of Stephen’s passing. You boys were my favourites to babysit. Stephen always said the funniest things. His personality was so much like your Mom. You both were good friends to my brother, Dave, and were always taking things apart to see how they worked, building something, playing street or basement hockey, or just being mischievous. I know he has been reunited with your Mom and Dad now. Please know you and Stephen’s family are all in my thoughts at this difficult time. Nancy (Kunder) Malachowski.

  4. Donna Butson

    May 25, 2019 at 10:00 AM

    Dear Heidi and Heather:

    I&&single&&m so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I&&single&&m thinking of you and wishing you comfort and love in the days ahead.

    Love and big hugs,
    Aunt Donna

  5. Gord Phillips

    May 25, 2019 at 9:00 AM

    Our prayers and thoughts are with the Chesney Family at this time . Cherish all the fond memories. Gord & Deb Phillips

  6. Lynn MacMillan

    May 24, 2019 at 11:00 AM

    My best memories of Steve were his uncanny ability to tell jokes. Always funny, always full of life. And let me say, as a youngster when he washed my car, it was one of the best! I think he just liked to drive the car from Mac&&single&&s Milk to the shop…..ya, he would have been under age at the time! He was simply always willing to help, always caring about others. Gone far to soon. We can cherish our memories of Stephen, they will last forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Lynn (McLaughlin)

  7. Gerry and Cheryl McLaughlin

    May 24, 2019 at 6:00 AM

    To the Chesney family: Our deepest sympathy to all. Steve was a good guy and left us with a lot of memories. Gone far to soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Gerry and Cheryl

  8. Bonnie Hamill

    May 23, 2019 at 11:00 PM

    A great guy, gone far too soon! He had a terrific sense of humour, always had a quick comeback. We consider ourselves fortunate to call Steve our friend, he will be sorrily missed. Our sincere condolences to Dawn and Steve&&single&&s family. Bonnie and Don

  9. Katherine Butson

    May 23, 2019 at 11:00 PM

    Dear Heather and Heidi,
    We are heartbroken for you. Keep happy, loving memories with you during these very devastating days and know that others share your grief and hold you in their hearts.
    Love,
    Cousins Katherine and Curtis

  10. Dennis Fothergill

    June 2, 2019 at 12:00 AM

    My sincerest condolences to the Chesney family and also especially to Steve&&single&&s partner in life, Dawn, Steve was an awesome guy with a heart of gold!

  11. Brian Coombs

    June 1, 2019 at 12:00 AM

    Dear Heather, Heidi & Dawn Growing up in the 1970’s in Harpurhey was a blast. My brother Worm(Steve) & myself would start our day with one question? ….what are the Chesney brothers doing today? We spent endless days together playing in our sand boxes, biking around Seaforth & swimming at the Lions Park. In the early 80’s, I worked with Steve at Leo’s Autos Sales pumping gas & washing muscle cars. Steve was so funny keeping us entertained with his jokes & crazy antics. I’ve been fortunate to know Steve. My sincere condolences.

  12. Nancy (Kunder) Malachowski

    May 26, 2019 at 11:00 AM

    Dear Al: I am so sorry to read of Stephen’s passing. You boys were my favourites to babysit. Stephen always said the funniest things. His personality was so much like your Mom. You both were good friends to my brother, Dave, and were always taking things apart to see how they worked, building something, playing street or basement hockey, or just being mischievous. I know he has been reunited with your Mom and Dad now. Please know you and Stephen’s family are all in my thoughts at this difficult time. Nancy (Kunder) Malachowski.

  13. Donna Butson

    May 25, 2019 at 10:00 AM

    Dear Heidi and Heather:

    I&&single&&m so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I&&single&&m thinking of you and wishing you comfort and love in the days ahead.

    Love and big hugs,
    Aunt Donna

  14. Gord Phillips

    May 25, 2019 at 9:00 AM

    Our prayers and thoughts are with the Chesney Family at this time . Cherish all the fond memories. Gord & Deb Phillips

  15. Lynn MacMillan

    May 24, 2019 at 11:00 AM

    My best memories of Steve were his uncanny ability to tell jokes. Always funny, always full of life. And let me say, as a youngster when he washed my car, it was one of the best! I think he just liked to drive the car from Mac&&single&&s Milk to the shop…..ya, he would have been under age at the time! He was simply always willing to help, always caring about others. Gone far to soon. We can cherish our memories of Stephen, they will last forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Lynn (McLaughlin)

  16. Gerry and Cheryl McLaughlin

    May 24, 2019 at 6:00 AM

    To the Chesney family: Our deepest sympathy to all. Steve was a good guy and left us with a lot of memories. Gone far to soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Gerry and Cheryl

  17. Bonnie Hamill

    May 23, 2019 at 11:00 PM

    A great guy, gone far too soon! He had a terrific sense of humour, always had a quick comeback. We consider ourselves fortunate to call Steve our friend, he will be sorrily missed. Our sincere condolences to Dawn and Steve&&single&&s family. Bonnie and Don

  18. Katherine Butson

    May 23, 2019 at 11:00 PM

    Dear Heather and Heidi,
    We are heartbroken for you. Keep happy, loving memories with you during these very devastating days and know that others share your grief and hold you in their hearts.
    Love,
    Cousins Katherine and Curtis

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