He was a native of New Jersey and moved to Gadsden County after retiring from the U. S. Navy. He worked for several companies locally and was a charter member of New Philadelphia Presbyterian Church in Quincy. His special loves were his grandchildren, pets, and playing cards with friends.

He is survived by a son, Taylor Chambers ‎(Valerie)‎; a daughter, Becky Chambers; two brothers, Harry Chambers of Clayton N.J. and Tommy Chambers of Marlton N.J.; one sister, Julie Chambers Boylan of Dellmaur, N.J.; four grandchildren, Brittany M. Chambers, Candace E. Brown, Archie D. Chambers and Ethan G. Chambers.

Memorial contributions may be made to Big Bend Hospice, 1723 Mahan Center Blvd., Tallahassee, FL 32308 or the American Cancer Society. Independent Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.