Paul Robert Chesney

He was raised in Maine and New Orleans, where he joined the U.S. Navy. After 20 years of service—mostly onshore, with only 3 days of sea duty—Paul retired as an Aviation Electrician's Mate (E-6).

He then became employee #35 at a small online service that later evolved into America Online (AOL). In 1988, he met Roberta, the love of his life, through AOL; they married in 1991, becoming the second couple to meet and marry via online dating. After several years at AOL, the couple retired to travel and pursue their interests. They started geocaching and have found over 9500 caches, forming many friendships within the geocaching community nationwide.

Recently, Paul also enjoyed building Lego models, especially planes and nautical themes. In 2025, he was diagnosed with liver cancer and began aggressive treatment. On February 16, he peacefully passed away in his sleep. He leaves behind his wife, Roberta, and stepson, Lee Sarfati.

A visitation will be held on March 3, 2026, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm at Mullins & Thompson Funeral Service, located at 186 Shelton Shop Rd, Stafford, Virginia, 22554.

The funeral service will follow at the same location, starting at 12:30 pm.

Burial will take place at Quantico National Cemetery, 18424 Joplin Rd, Triangle, Virginia, 22172, at 2:00 pm on March 3, 2026.

The Family requests that, instead of Flowers, donations be made to your favorite charity in Paul’s Name.