Edward Chaney

Edward B. "Eddie" Chaney, age 86, of Galesburg, MI passed away Sunday, June 10, 2016. He was born December 6, 1929 in Danville, AL to the late Ira and Gladys (James) Chaney. Eddie was united in marriage to Gloria Joan McManus, who preceded him in death in September of 2005. Eddie served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict, from January of 1953 until honorably discharged in January of 1955. Eddie is survived by his sister, Wynelle Burton; step-daughter, Julie (Steve) Tinkey; grandson, David Tinkey; special nephews, Tim and Justin Chaney; special friends and caregivers, Carroll (Chris) Root and Tina (Tony) Bernheisel; and several nieces and nephews. Eddie was also preceded in death by his brother, Roman Chaney; a baby twin brother; and a baby twin-sister. Friends and family will be greeted on Thursday, July 14th from 9-10am at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Galesburg Chapel, 145 W. Battle Creek St. Burial will follow at Ft. Custer National Cemetery at 10:30am with military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Eddie's name may be directed to Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes.