Verda Carrie (Grace) Chesnut, 78, of Apache Junction Arizona passed away at home surrounded by family on July 5, 2015.
Verda was born in Lehi, Utah to David and Mary Grace on November 11, 1936. She married Don Chesnut on June 16, 1954 in Carlin, Nevada. They were sealed for time and eternity in the Mesa Arizona Temple on July 25th, 1998. Together they raised five children and enjoyed nothing more than being with them and their extended family. Verda was a loving wife and mother, and loyal friend.
She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Billie Compton, sisters-in-law Gay Sorenson and Peggy Laub, brothers-in-law: Veldon Dowley, Clifford Sorenson and Verdon Street.
She is survived by her husband and children: Terri (Mike) Neff, Stan (Teri) Chesnut, Don (Linette) Chesnut, Connie (Ted) De Leon and Ray (Teri) Chesnut. Siblings: Lawrence Grace, Verla Dowley, Jay Grace and Della Adams, sisters-in-law Vickie Ricks and Colette Street. 11 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints in Apache Junction beginning at 9:00 on Wednesday July 8, 2015.
Verda was a wonderful woman – the perfect combination of sugar and spice. She was always willing to listen and never afraid to speak her mind. She was loved deeply, and will be missed just the same.
She was a wonderful lady ! Thinking of all of you with love . Krista & Kids
The kindest soul I have ever known. Mom you will live forever in our hearts.
Connie I am sorry for your loss. I know exactly what you are going through. She is in a better place. Love to you and all your family
Love Rick and Dana
I Love and miss you so very much Mom. I think of you all the time, your smile and your comforting words of wisdom. As Connie says, you will forever be in our Hearts.
Mom I miss you more and more every day. I love you more then words can say. You will forever be in my heart. I LOVE YOU!