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Rodney Ray Chandler, age 64, of San Antonio, Texas passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, November 3, 2023. He was born in San Antonio on December 23, 1958 to parents Ruth “Toni” Chandler and Thomas Ray Chandler. Rodney grew up in the city, graduating from Highlands High School in 1977. As a young child he enjoyed go-karting and mini-biking, which later turned to a hobby of motorcycles and cars. Although talented and charismatic, Rodney regarded himself as a simple man with great work ethic and determination. He had a wealth of knowledge and wisdom beyond his years. He was well-known in the construction business and finished his career managing the San Antonio, Texas store for CBS Supply, where he retired in 2017. Rodney had a fun-loving personality, never having met a stranger and often lending a helping hand. A natural athlete, he was an avid tennis player in his younger years and truly enjoyed golfing with friends. When it came to sports, Rodney always knew who to root for; he had the uncanny ability to pick a winner. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. He created lasting memories whilst doing what he loved with friends and family. Rodney was a loving husband , father and grandfather and a caring son and son-in-law. Rodney was smitten with his wife Elvia long before they entered into covenant and shortly after courting her, they were married. He deemed her the love of his life. His expressions of love were in words and deeds to his family and friends. His heart was big for those he cared for and he will be remembered for it well. From an early age his mother planted seeds of faith and she was in constant prayer for him. Those closest to him know he professed Jesus as his Lord and Savior and, we know he’s enjoying eternity with the Lord in heaven and is free from any concerns of this world. He will be terribly missed. He is survived by his loving wife of twelve and a half years, Elvia Chandler; son Rodney Chandler Jr., daughters Candace Etzler, MacKenzie (Carlos) Castillo, grandchildren, Ellie Etzler and Hudson Claussen, Sebastian and Liv Castillo, sister Mary “Sissy” Stevenson, brother Derek (Sarah) Chandler, nieces and nephews, David (Jenny) Stevenson and Chelsea (Dustin) Harden and Kory and Elvia Chandler, step-sons Cory (Anya) Garza, Andy (Sarah) Garza, Adrian (Gabriella) Garza and step-grandchildren, Maksim Garza, Andres and Soraya Garza, Mateo Garza. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother in-law Bill Stevenson. Remembrance and visitation will be held Friday, November 10 between the hours of 6 and 8 PM at Mission Park Funeral Chapel South, 1700 SE Military Drive. A graveside service will be held at Mission Park Funeral Chapel South, on Saturday, November 11 at 3 PM.

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Rodney Ray Chandler

December 23, 1958 - November 3, 2023