Date Of Birth: February 16, 1922
Date Of Death: December 27, 2012
Kenneth Chance, 90, went to be with the Lord on December 27, 2012 at Riverwalk Village, Noblesville.
He was born on Feb 16, 1922 in Hamilton County.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Doris Daphine Chance; his parents Ollie and Helen Chance; and his brother Robert Chance. He is survived by his brother Donald Chance, sister Georgiana Clayton; son David Chance, daughter Denise Chance Phillips, daughter-in-law Nancy Mason Chance, son-in-law Roger Phillips, grandsons Christopher Chance and Shawn Phillips.
He served in WWII as a flight engineer and waist gunner in B-17 bombers and was one of the few flight crew members to survive. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with 4 Oak Leaf Clusters, European-African-Middle Eastern Service Medal, and Good Conduct Medal.
He worked at Delco Remy in Anderson, Naval Ordinance in Indianapolis, E&M Auto Parts, White Oldsmobile, and the rest of his years at Don Hinds Ford as an auto sales representative.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions made to the Alzheimer’s Association – http://www.alz.org/join_the_cause_donate.asp or Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011.
Funeral Service will be at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at Refuge Christian Church, 11772 E. 196th Street, Noblesville, IN 46060 with visitation from 2 – 4 p.m.
Chris Hoover says
I worked with Kenny for 24 years at Don Honds
He was one of the nicest guys I have known. He was always friendly and helpful. The type
of person we should all hope to be. Kenny was
also one of the true American Heroes for his
brave service in WWII. May Kenny rest in the peace he fought to keep.
Alice Mary Couch says
A MOMENT AT DAYBREAK
A pale pink rosebud
trembles in the summer wind
shaking dew from its petals.
A monarchGÇÖs tiny perch
to welcome the coming dawnGÇÖs
wispy blush across a muted sky.
Caught by the gentle breeze,
the butterfly floats from its perch
to be swallowed by the morning light.
He too floats upward towards the light,
and we will meet him around the bend.
Our deepest condolences – he was truly a wonderful man.
Vicky Tyler says
Just read of Ken’s passing. Such a loss for your family. You may not remember me but I am a cousin. We used to have some good times as our families got together. Also later saw him now & then at Ford. I will be thinking of you and remembering you in prayer.
Dave and Anna Coverdale says
Our sincere condolences to the family on Kenny’s passing. My father Jim Coverdale enjoyed working with Kenny at Don Hinds for several years.
Jim Rudolph says
I did not know Mr. Chance, after reading and hearing about his life story, I wish I had. I was moved by his decorated service to our country in WWll. I am grateful for young me like him. I see he grew up the same man, married for over 60 years. May God Bless his family with only the best memories of Staff Sergeant Chance.