Travis Chaney

Travis Dwayne Chaney, age 51, of Mena, Arkansas, passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in Mena, Arkansas. He was born on Wednesday, June 20, 1973, to Danny and Yolanda Mendoza Chaney in Omaha, Nebraska.

Travis proudly served his country in the United States Navy for five years, achieving the rank of Petty Officer Third Class. A man of many passions, he found joy in cooking and grilling for family and friends, often turning everyday meals into memorable gatherings. He brought dedication and leadership to his role as an assistant manager at Brookshire’s in Arkadelphia, where he was well respected by coworkers and customers alike. Travis cherished the quiet peace of fishing trips and was an enthusiastic sports fan, faithfully cheering on the LA Lakers, Detroit Lions, and his all-time favorite, Kobe Bryant. His warmth, loyalty, and spirited nature will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Travis is survived by his daughter, Joy Chaney, of Edmond, Oklahoma; his parents, Danny and Yolanda Chaney, of Mena; one brother and sister-in-law, Fred and Sheli Chaney, of Mena; nephews and nieces, David and Avanlea Chaney and their son, Nathanael, of Fort Smith, Arkansas, and Faith and Kyndon Schuller of Mena; and many aunts and uncles and a host of other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Rocky Cemetery in Rocky, Arkansas with Brother David Chaney officiating under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena, Arkansas.

Pallbearers will be Jason Chaney, Nicholas Chaney, Matthew Chaney, Nathan Chaney, Kyndon Schuller and Devin Thornsberry.

Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com

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