Robert James Chester from Laurel passed away peacefully at his son’s home in Seaford on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025. He was born on March 9, 1941, in Huntington Beach, CA to Louise Stokely and Mickey Chester.
He is preceded in death by his brothers Richard “Dicky” Chester and Mark A. Phillips; his sister Marsha Hudson; his sons Michael James and Robert William and nephew Kevin Chester.
Bob, Bobby C, Raddy Daddy with the Caddy, Pappy C, or whatever name you affectionately called him, was well known and well loved by all those he encountered. He always had a story to tell or a gift that he “picked up in his travels” to offer. Robert was a Laurel Bulldog at heart. He was proud to play varsity football for all four years of his high school career under his talented coach. He was considered a local in many towns such as Seaford, Laurel, and Ocean City to name a few. He was multi-talented but specialized in custom auto body work. He chopped and painted cars, motorcycles, and airplanes. Whatever you wanted done, you name it, he did it!
He left behind many loved ones including the beloved mother of his children, Harriet Roach; his sons Christopher (Nadia) and Phillip (Christina); his grandchildren, Cory, Michael Sky, Robbie, Shiloh, Nathan, Joshua, Cloe, Skyler; and his great grandsons, Oliver, Julian, and Michael Sky Jr. He also leaves behind his niece Tracey Chester and her son Mick.
One of Pappy C’s favorite places to frequent with his friends and family was The Dairy Bar at 511 E King St. in Seaford. Come join us there on Monday, April 21 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. to celebrate his life and keep his memories alive!