James "Dude" Chase

1928 - 2017

James "Dude" Chase obituary, 1928-2017, Rienzi, MS

BORN

1928

DIED

2017

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McMillan Funeral Home

702 West College Street

Booneville, Mississippi

James Chase Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 14, 2017.

James W. "Dude" Chase, 88, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2017, at his home. He was born October 6, 1928, to Thomas and Faye Chase. He was a member of Kemp's Chapel Baptist Church for over 50 years, serving as a deacon, and a Sunday School teacher. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He taught at Thrasher High School for 28 years. He was a member of the VFW, member and former Chief of Thrasher Fire Department, former Chief of the Prentiss County Rescue Squad, member of the fire fighters association, and a first responder. He was also a farmer and was known for his molasses. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and helping others.

A celebration of life service will be 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, August 16, 2017, at McMillan Funeral Home with Bro. Charles Stephenson, Bro. David Heg, Bro. Ronnie Rippie and Bro. Ray Hall officiating. Burial will be in Kemp's Chapel Cemetery.

He is survived by one daughter, June (Barry) Brown; two sons, Ronnie (Karen) Chase and Donnie (Donna) Chase; two brothers, Thomas Chase and Ray Chase; five grandchildren, Amanda (Stephen) Foster, Ronnie (Denisa) Chase, Jr., Mitchell Chase, Denise Chase and Daniel (Angileah) Chase; seven great-grandchildren; a special lady, whom he loved like a daughter, Martha (Ruben) Fugitt; and a host of other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 63years, Janette Brackeen Chase in 2015; two infant daughters; his parents; and one brother, Robert Chase.

Pallbearers are Jackie Rowsey, Danny Rowsey, Grady Nash, Michael Rinehart, Joe Lambert, Brad Fugitt, Richie Fugitt, and Larry "Shamrock" Davis.

Honorary pallbearers are the members of the Thrasher Volunteer Fire Department, the members of the Prentiss County Rescue Squad, and his former students.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Rosemary's Home of Hope, P.O. Box 148, Marietta, MS 38856, The Gideons, P. O. Box 762, Booneville, MS 38829, or the charity of your choice.

Visitation will Tuesday from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

Condolences may be left at www.mcmillanfuneralhome.com.

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August 16, 2017

Vicki Owens- Schwan

I'm so very sorry to read this tonight. Your dad was a wonderful Christian man, who always had to be busy or helping someone. I have very fond memories of your family from long ago! Condolences to all, Donnie, Ronnie and June.

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Tiffany Warren

Sending "HUGS & KISSES" from the employees at Shannon & Graham Eye Clinic. Praying for your family.

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Juanita Hill

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We are so sorry for you loss. Your Dad was a great Christian man who made a difference in many peoples lives. Your family means so much to us. I will never forget all the things they did for me. Love all of you.
Margaret and Jim McCord

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