1936–2025
Manuel Chacon, a loving father, devoted grandfather, sibling , uncle and beloved husband, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025, at the age of 89. Born in Santiago, Chile, on October 18, 1936, Manuel led a long and fulfilling life marked by dedication to his family and a lifelong pursuit of knowledge. He is now joyfully reunited in heaven with his loving wife, Inelia Pino de-Chacon.
A Life of Dedication and Joy
Manuel began his long and respected career as an accountant in Chile, a profession in which he excelled with honesty and dedication.
Outside of work, Manuel's true joy lay in music and movement. He was an enthusiastic dancer who could effortlessly glide through both lively rock 'n' roll numbers and sophisticated tango rhythms. He loved to sing and was rarely without a challenging crossword puzzle or a piece of music playing. He instilled a spirit of fun and wisdom in his family, famously enjoying competitive rounds of chess with his children and grandchildren. His greatest passion was spending quality time with his family.
Manuel was best known for his kindness, caring heart, and profound sense of justice. He stood firmly for fairness and truth, always operating with honesty and integrity. His wisdom and thirst for knowledge were constant, embodied by his personal motto: "Never stop learning." He modeled this principle by always taking the time to research and read whenever he encountered a question. We are grateful for all the lessons learned from him we will cherish and continue his legacy. Until we meet again.
Family
Manuel is survived by his loving children, Veronica, Mauricio, and Gladys, and his eight devoted grandchildren: Claudio, Katie, Vanessa, Soraya, Mauricio Jr. Scarlett, Ivan, and Nadia. He is also survived by his siblings, Jaime, Alba, and Antonio.
Services
A Viewing and Rosary will be held, followed by a Funeral Mass, on Friday, November 28, 2025, beginning at 1:00 PM at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial, 14165 N. Beckman Rd., Lodi, CA.
Burial will follow immediately after the service at Cherokee Memorial Park.
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