WAYNESVILLE – Henry Wayne Chauncey, 74 of Waynesville, passed away Saturday afternoon, March 25, 2023 at his residence after an extended illness.
Born in Poulan, Ga., Chauncey’s parents were Wildon Chauncey and Beulah Whitaker Chauncey. He is also preceded in death by two brothers, Michael Chauncey and Jeffery Chauncey.
Chauncey was a manager at the Marine Base and served in the United States Air Force for six years playing baseball while there. He enjoyed traveling and visiting different places, fishing, bird watching, and watching football and baseball.
Survivors include his wife, Shirley Chauncey of Waynesville; a son and daughter-in-law, Robert Chauncey (Shannon) of Griffin, Ga.; two daughters and sons-in-law, April Curles (Leland) of Savannah and Lila Parker (Jason) of Waynesville; four grandchildren, Jacob Curles, Shelby Chauncey, Matt Redding and Paisley Johnson; and also several nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.
The family will have a memorial service at a later date.
Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta.
Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.fryefh.com.
