Mary Lou West Chaney, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, friend and so much more to many, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Roanoke, Virginia.

Mary Lou West Chaney was born on May 15, 1960, in Chatham, Virginia, to the late Mary Magdalene Johnson West and Eddie West. On June 16, 2026, she peacefully entered eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, and cherished memories. 

Mary Lou was a woman whose presence brought comfort and joy to those around her. She treasured family above all else and found happiness in life’s simple moments, especially sitting on the front porch, watching the world go by, and sharing conversations with those she loved. 

She leaves to cherish her precious memories of her sons, Carl Lewis West (Tammy Henderson) and Terry Lee West, both of Danville, Virginia; her daughter, Kimberly Brooks (Johnathan Brown); and her beloved grandchildren: Carlisa, Keyontae, Jadarius, Carleyon, Terniya, Terry Juan, Samiya, Tori, Tiasia, and Kiasia. She was also blessed with great-grandchildren: Karter, Kamorie, Roman, Meilani, Bella, Jace, and Deshaun. Mary Lou also leaves behind her loving sisters, Phyllis Russell, Bertha Mease, and Brenda Hairston, all of Danville, Virginia; her brother, Tommy Joe West of Danville, Virginia; her aunts, Margaret Whittle and Ruby Johnson; her uncle, Robert Myers; along with six nieces, four nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends who will forever cherish her memory.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Magdalene Johnson West and Eddie West; her brother, Eddie West; her great-grandson, Khaleb Adams; and her nephew, David Johnson. 

The family will be receiving family and friends at the residence, 410 Hughes Street, Danville, Virginia.

Professional funeral services have been entrusted to the staff of the J.L. Dodson and Sons Funeral Establishment, 447 Old South Main St. Danville, Va., Bishop Jeffrey L. Dodson, Sr., Funeral Director., Elder Monica Martin, Funeral Directress (434)799-9262. 

Online condolences may be registered at www.jldodsonandsons.com. “Our Family Servicing Your Family”