Elma Lee Chaney

November 28, 1946 - July 7, 2025 (78 years old)

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Elma Lee Chaney

November 28, 1946 - July 7, 2025 (78 years old)

Chesapeake, Virginia

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Elma Lee Chaney Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Elma Lee Chaney of Chesapeake, Virginia, who passed away on July 7, 2025, at the age of 78, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Elma Lee Chaney to show support.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Elma Lee may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Dalton Getz and Elizabeth Getz; her stepdaughter Teresa Chaney; and her sister Pat Getz. She is survived by: her husband Howard Chaney; her son Paul Wrightman; her stepdaughter Kimberly Caroon; and her grandson James.

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July 14, 2025

Joyce Mccoy wrote a sympathy message

“A women of faith who really had genuine interest in people's who always talk about her Sunday class how she loved the kids she would be miss be the love she shared with pastor lagus & 1st.lady Joyce McCoy. And the three girls lagunette, Michelle, Ebony and Molly, thanks some much for a loving husband Bro H chaney &son Paul sis louise other family members ❤️🙏❤️🩷📃📖🇱🇷✝️🪴🪴🪴”

July 10, 2025

Karen Costie wrote a sympathy message

“For the family of Elma Chaney,, Though I wasn’t around Elma too much whenever I was, she brought joy and feelings of goodwill to everyone. She had a childlike enthusiasm and interest in things and always a sweet smile Howard, Paul and family you have my sincere sympathy as you face this sad time. Karen (Martin) Costie”

July 10, 2025

ali thompson wrote a sympathy message

“Elma was a precious soul and dearly loved by all who knew her. The Lord did something special when He created her. While she will be greatly missed, it’s a blessing to know she is at perfect peace with her Creator in Glory!! So grateful to have known her. Love and blessings to Howard, Paul and all those who she left behind. May we strive to live as joyfully and fully as she did….Warmest Regards, Ali (Martin) Thompson”

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July 11

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Portsmouth Boulevard Chapel
5201 Portsmouth Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23701

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July 12

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Portsmouth Boulevard Chapel
5201 Portsmouth Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23701

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July 12

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Chesapeake Memorial Gardens
524 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23320

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