John Cheney Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of John Cheney of North Baltimore, Ohio, who passed away on December 9, 2025, at the age of 93, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Cheney to pay them a last tribute.
As John departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved John. Though John may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Guy Cheney and Bertha Cheney (Alder) of Lima, OH.. He is survived by: his sisters, Mary Lane (Dick) and Barbara Mulholland; and his wife Elaine.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 14th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM and on Monday, December 15th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Smith-Crates Funeral Home (515 N Main St, North Baltimore, OH 45872). A masonic service will be held on Sunday, December 14th 2025 at 4:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Monday, December 15th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Honor Flight and/or Parkinson's Association and/or St. James United Methodist Church, North Baltimore.
