Chester Wayne Mounce

Chester Wayne Mounce, age 61, of Clinton, TN, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025. Chester was known for his warm and welcoming nature—he truly never met a stranger. To many, he was considered everyone’s adopted dad, always extending kindness and a helping hand to anyone in need.

Chester’s grandchildren were the center of his world, and he cherished every moment spent with them. He also found great joy in working on cars and motorcycles, taking pride in his mechanical skills. Among his simple pleasures, Chester especially loved Barq’s Root Beer.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Edna Mounce; his daughter, Kourtney Mounce; and his sister, Mary Currier. In his final hours, Chester offered reassurance and comfort to his family, expressing, “This isn’t goodbye, it’s see ya later.”

Chester is survived by his children: Lashae Mounce and her fiancé Michael Valentin; Lisa Arnold and her wife Stacia; and Justin Mounce and his wife Brooke. He is also survived by his brothers, Lonnie Mounce and his wife Janett, and Bill Mounce and his wife Janis; his sisters, Irene Miller and her husband Fred, Etha Pickard, Pat Scarbrough, and Linda Burnworth; as well as 11 grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and many other relatives and friends.