October 10, 2024, 82, Fremont —

Aubry L. Chakona, 82, of Fremont went to be with his Lord on Thursday, October 10, 2024, surrounded by his family.

A graveside service to honor his life will be held Sunday, October 13, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Pleasant Hill Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery in Pikeville.  The family will receive friends following the service at the cemetery.

Mr. Chakona was born in Forsyth County on September 10, 1942, to the late Andrew and Opal Childress Chakona. He was a member of Pleasant Hill Free Will Baptist Church in Pikeville. Mr. Chakona was a veteran of the United States Army and past owner of Nahunta Grill.  He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed painting.

Cherishing his memories are his daughters, Sharon Waugh (Timothy) of Knoxville, Tennessee, and Teresa Nobles (Jeff) of Eureka; three grandchildren, Gabriella, Kaylee, and William and his beloved pet, Mayala.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jo Anne Chakona, and his siblings.

Services entrusted to the care of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro.