Chandler, Jr. John Louis – age 61, of Detroit, Michigan formerly of Knoxville, TN. departed this life August 14, 2013. He was affectionately known to his family and friends as “Buddy”. John retired with 27 years of service with the city of Detroit. He was a Veteran of the U. S. Army, 101 Airborne Division. He was preceded in death by his parents; Hattie Mae and John Louis Chandler, Sr.; sisters, Carmen Stacy and Judy Chandler. He leaves to cherish his memories: his devoted and longtime partner, Marva Smith of Melvindale, MI.; devoted sister, Barbara (Hiawatha) Holt, of Lithonia, GA.; brothers, Gary (Jean), Michael (Jackie),Grady (Jackie), Brian (Sheena) Chandler of Knoxville, TN. and Maurice Chandler of Petersburg’s, VA.; uncles, Otis Chandler, Harold (Mary) Chandler, Knoxville, TN., Theodore (Brenda) Chandler, Sevierville, TN. and Lee Ross (Jackie) Chandler, Knoxville, TN.; aunt, Virginia McMillian, Knoxville, TN.; a host nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at Unity Mortuary Chapel. Family and friends will meet at 12:00 Noon.

This obituary was posted on Wednesday, August 14th, 2013 at 3:39 pm.
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