LISBON FALLS — Chester L. “Chet” Moody, 82 years old of Lisbon Falls passed away on Tuesday, October 30th after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Brunswick, ME on February 17, 1930 to Daniel L. and Lilla M. (Ward) Moody.
In his younger years he worked at Freeport Shoe Co. and as an auto salesman before starting Chet’s used cars on the Bath Road, with his younger brother Ken. They closed the auto dealership in the late 60’s and Chet went to work as the Maine regional supervisor for Johnson Products of Boston. Chet retired early to take care of his rental properties.
He spent winters with his wife Judy at their winter home in Lakeland, FL where they enjoyed all the fun that Florida has to offer. Chet liked spending time with his son Rick going to car shows, stock car races, yard sales and working on projects together.
Chet is survived by his wife Judy G. (Blowers) Moody of 32 years, his son Rick Moody of Brunswick, a step daughter Rhonda and her husband Andy Chase, a granddaughter Cecile Wilson and her husband Nick of Brunswick, A granddaughter Melody King of Auburn, a grandson Daniel L Moody II of Brunswick, a granddaughter Dawn Pennell of Auburn, A granddaughter Samantha Bailey of Topsham, a granddaughter Liza Chase of Norway Maine and several great-grand children. Chet is also survived by his sister Shirley Connolly of Brunswick, His sister Gloria Elwell and her husband James of Brunswick. Chet was predeceased by his daughter Cathy Pennell- Moody, two Brothers Daniel L. Moody Jr. and Kenneth R. Moody and a sister Doris Moody.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM on Sunday, November 4, 2012 in the Varney Cemetery, Pine Street, Brunswick with Reverend Mark Rockwood officiating. A celebration of his life will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 PM on Sunday, November 11, 2012 at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Bath. Arrangements are under the direction and care of Brackett Funeral Home, Brunswick.
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