Robert M. Chandler, 90, of Jenner’s Pond in West Grove, formerly of Wilmington died peacefully surrounded by his family. He is survived by his three children Robert R., Barbara (Hallett), Gary, five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Bob was born in Buffalo, N.Y. on July 15 1924 to Anieta E. (Hageter) and Theodore W. Chandler.
After graduating from high school, he began his freshman year in the College of Forestry, Syracuse University in 1942. Bob enlisted in the U.S. Army Signal Corps in March 1943 and served in Gen. Patton’s 3rd Army in Europe, earning 5 battle stars.
Upon returning from WWII in December 1945, he married his high school sweetheart, Dorothy E, Church (deceased in 2013), with whom he was happily married for 68 years.
He earned a bachelor’s of science degree in organic chemistry from Miami University, Oxford, Ohio in 1948 and a master’s of science degree in organic chemistry from Syracuse University in 1950. During his college years, Bob was a member of Delta Phi Alpha, German Honorary Fraternity, and Sigma Alpha Epsilon social fraternity.
Bob then began his 36-year career at the Du Pont Co. as a chemist in pioneering research. Later he helped develop the first synthetic fibers used in knitted and woven apparel fabrics. He was granted two U.S. patents and eventually retired in 1986 as a textile fiber account manager.
Bob was involved in the Boy Scouts for more than 60 years, earning his Eagle Scout award and continuing his Boy Scout service as cubmaster, assistant scoutmaster in three troops and explorer post advisor. He was awarded the Scout Award of Merit for his service to the Wilmington District.
As a 47-year member of the Episcopal Cathedral Church of St John, Bob taught Sunday school and was awarded “Mentor of the Year” for his volunteerism in the church after school mentoring program for urban children. For 12 years Bob and wife Dottie enjoyed organizing volunteers who cooked breakfast for the Friendship House homeless in Wilmington. As a member of the church vestry he helped provide housing for the poor through cathedral rental properties.
Professionally he was a member of the Textured Yarn Association of America and served as president of the Carrcroft Civic Association for several years.
An avid golfer, birdwatcher, fisherman and sailor, he took great pleasure traveling and spending time with his family.
A memorial service in celebration of his life will be held Feb. 21, at 11 a.m., at the Episcopal Church of the Advent, 401 N. Union St., Kennett Square, PA 19348. A reception will follow in the parish hall. Contributions in his memory should be made to the American Diabetes Association, 150 Monument Road, Suite 100, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Arrangements are being handled by the Kuzo and Grieco Funeral Home Inc. of Kennett Square (610-444-4116).
To share a memory with Bob’s family, please visit www.griecocares.com.
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