Mel Chesney, 92, peacefully passed on December 27, 2014 at the Bright Kavanagh Hospice in Des Moines, Iowa. He was born June 1, 1922, son of Elizabeth and Joseph Chesney, in Munger Michigan.
As a member of the US Marine Corp Mel served in the Pacific Theatre during
WW II where he was awarded a Purple Heart for combat injuries sustained while in service to our country.
When with friends Mel would love to shower others with stories about his working life and world travels during his 30 year stint with Ford Motor Co.
Mel was preceded in death by his wife Vivian Jean and nine brothers and sisters, he being the last of his generation.
He is survived by his children, Carol (Larry) Ludwicki of Michigan, Rick(Suzanne) Chesney of Ankeny, Marc Chesney of Florida, and grandchildren, James (Laurel) Ludwicki, Elizabeth (Gabe) Chesney, Lauren Chesney, Lane Chesney, Paul (Martina) Ciccarelli, and Aimee Ciccarelli. Great grandkids include Enzo, Kaylee, Vivian, Sophia, Adrianne, Mia, Angelo, Ben and Emily. And a large contingent of nieces and nephews emanating from Michigan.
As a member of the US Marine Corp Mel served in the Pacific Theatre during
WW II where he was awarded a Purple Heart for combat injuries sustained while in service to our country.
When with friends Mel would love to shower others with stories about his working life and world travels during his 30 year stint with Ford Motor Co.
Mel was preceded in death by his wife Vivian Jean and nine brothers and sisters, he being the last of his generation.
He is survived by his children, Carol (Larry) Ludwicki of Michigan, Rick(Suzanne) Chesney of Ankeny, Marc Chesney of Florida, and grandchildren, James (Laurel) Ludwicki, Elizabeth (Gabe) Chesney, Lauren Chesney, Lane Chesney, Paul (Martina) Ciccarelli, and Aimee Ciccarelli. Great grandkids include Enzo, Kaylee, Vivian, Sophia, Adrianne, Mia, Angelo, Ben and Emily. And a large contingent of nieces and nephews emanating from Michigan.
Mel Chesney, 92, peacefully passed on December 27, 2014 at the Bright Kavanagh Hospice in Des Moines, Iowa. He was born June 1, 1922, son of Elizabeth and Joseph Chesney, in Munger Michigan.
As a member of the US Marine Corp Mel served in the Pacific Theatre during
WW II where he was awarded a Purple Heart for combat injuries sustained while in service to our country.
When with friends Mel would love to shower others with stories about his working life and world travels during his 30 year stint with Ford Motor Co.
Mel was preceded in death by his wife Vivian Jean and nine brothers and sisters, he being the last of his generation.
He is survived by his children, Carol (Larry) Ludwicki of Michigan, Rick(Suzanne) Chesney of Ankeny, Marc Chesney of Florida, and grandchildren, James (Laurel) Ludwicki, Elizabeth (Gabe) Chesney, Lauren Chesney, Lane Chesney, Paul (Martina) Ciccarelli, and Aimee Ciccarelli. Great grandkids include Enzo, Kaylee, Vivian, Sophia, Adrianne, Mia, Angelo, Ben and Emily. And a large contingent of nieces and nephews emanating from Michigan.
As a member of the US Marine Corp Mel served in the Pacific Theatre during
WW II where he was awarded a Purple Heart for combat injuries sustained while in service to our country.
When with friends Mel would love to shower others with stories about his working life and world travels during his 30 year stint with Ford Motor Co.
Mel was preceded in death by his wife Vivian Jean and nine brothers and sisters, he being the last of his generation.
He is survived by his children, Carol (Larry) Ludwicki of Michigan, Rick(Suzanne) Chesney of Ankeny, Marc Chesney of Florida, and grandchildren, James (Laurel) Ludwicki, Elizabeth (Gabe) Chesney, Lauren Chesney, Lane Chesney, Paul (Martina) Ciccarelli, and Aimee Ciccarelli. Great grandkids include Enzo, Kaylee, Vivian, Sophia, Adrianne, Mia, Angelo, Ben and Emily. And a large contingent of nieces and nephews emanating from Michigan.
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