AMBOY – Eugene T. Chandler, 76, of Amboy, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025 after a brief illness.
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AMBOY – Eugene T. Chandler, 76, of Amboy, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025 after a brief illness.
Visitation will be on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025 from 1-3 p.m. at the Mihm-Jones Funeral Home in Amboy. A prayer service will follow at 3 p.m. at the funeral home. Cremation rites are to follow with burial of cremains to take place at a later date at St. Patrick Cemetery in Amboy. A memorial has been established to American Cancer Society. Arrangements by the Mihm-Jones Funeral Home in Amboy.
Chandler was born on April 16, 1948 in Amboy, the son of Leo and Irene Chandler. He was a graduate of Amboy High School and a Vietnam War veteran. Gene worked at Motor Wheel in Mendota, and Seal Master in Aurora until their closures.
Chandler was an avid collector and enthusiast of cars, trains, airplanes, and ships. Beyond collecting items, he had a vast knowledge of the history and operations of these vehicles. He also was an avid gardener in his retirement. He always had a sweet and sunny disposition to all who knew Gene.
He is survived by his brothers Dale (Glenna) Chandler of Mayfield KY, Kevin (Trenton) Chandler of Amboy, sisters Colleen Howard of Dixon, Patricia (Ed) Reglin of Amboy, Julia (Tom) Hoak of Polo, two nieces and several nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers Lawrence Chandler and Dennis Chandler.