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Ronald "Ron" Robert Chumney, 74, of White Pine, Tenn., passed away on Nov. 5, 2023. Born on Nov. 25, 1948, Ron was the son of Stanley Gordon and Maxine Lucille (McRae) Chumney of Fruitport, Mich.
Ron was a patriotic and responsible individual who dedicated 24 years of his life to the United States Air Force. Throughout his military career, he exemplified hard work, passion and a strong sense of duty. His commitment to serving his country was unwavering, for which he earned numerous military awards and citations for his service during the Vietnam Conflict and the years following. After his honorable discharge from the armed services, Ron built a successful 20-year career with FedEx.
Ron was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He enjoyed dad jokes, square dancing, woodworking, old western movies and spending time with his grandchildren. He was especially proud of the educational achievements of his children and grandchildren, which include several graduate and post-graduate degrees. Ron will be remembered for his unwavering dedication to his country, his successful careers and his love for his family.
Ron leaves behind his devoted wife of 42 years, Sandra (Cowan) Chumney (daughter of Edgar Cowan and Gertrude Harer Cowan of Covington, Pennsylvania, deceased); their children, Katherine Estep Stephenson, of Tennessee, Ronald Chumney Jr., of Michigan, Frank Estep, of South Carolina, Cynthia Estep, of Louisiana, and Frances Chumney, of Georgia, as well as several grandchildren (including Sierra Seifert, of Kansas, Amelia Chumney, of New York, and Alex Chumney, of Georgia); and great-grandchildren; one brother; four sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews. Ron was preceded in death by his parents; son, Rodney Chumney; and one sister.
A graveside memorial service with military honors will be planned for spring 2024 in Covington, Pa. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions in Ron's memory be made to the Center for Dementia Research www.cdr.rfmh.org/donate-now.