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Vernon Eugene "Chief" McHargue

April 28, 1949 ~ May 16, 2024 (age 75) 75 Years Old

Vernon McHargue Obituary

Vernon Eugene “Chief” McHargue, age 75, of York, SC passed away on Thursday, May 16th, 2024 at his home.

Chief was born on April 28, 1949 in Batesburg, SC. He was the son of the late Vernon Dewey McHargue and Crystal Donelle Cooley McHargue. He was a retired lineman for Bell South and a proud US Army veteran having served our country in Vietnam. His love of music came from getting together with family and friends for jam sessions.

Chief is survived by his wife, Deborah Jean West McHargue, his grandson Bronson Shetley and his siblings Donna Elaine “Laney” Tuten, Dewey Dwight McHargue, and Phillip Rodney McHargue.  In addition to his parents, Chief was preceded in death by his daughter Crystal Shetley.

Special thanks to the wonderful team of Providence Care, special sisters, Cathy and Kathy and his compassionate family and friends.

Per Chief’s request, he was cremated and did not want any formal service. A celebration of life will be at a later date.

In memory of Chief, memorials may be made to the West Highland White Terrier Rescue of one's choice.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.brattonfuneralhome.com.

Bratton Funeral Home of York, SC is serving the McHargue family.

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