Obituary of Kevin James Chase

Bloomington - Kevin James Chase, 40, of Bedford, Indiana, passed away on December 26, 2024, in Bloomington, Indiana. Born on December 20, 1984, in Bedford, Indiana, Kevin was the youngest of four sons to Julie (Blackwell) and Alan Chase of Bedford. Kevin grew up in Bedford and later lived in Redding, California, before returning to Indiana and settling in Bloomington. As a youth, Kevin excelled in athletics and was known for his wonderful smile and sweet, gentle soul. He found great joy in worshiping the Lord and was a gifted preacher who inspired others with his faith. Kevin loved reading and writing, cherished sports, and enjoyed fellowship with others. He was blessed to be a father and loved his children. Kevin is survived by his mother, Julie Chase, of Bedford; his father, Alan Chase and wife, Karen, of Bedford; his brothers, Kyle Chase and wife, Kyle, of West Baden, Indiana, Kory Chase of Bedford, Indiana, and Kip Chase and wife, Nicole, of Indianapolis, Indiana; and his beloved children, Kenton Chase, Marlee Chase, and Skyla Chase of Salem, Indiana; nephews, Kannon, Konner, Jack, Andrew and Will Chase; and his paternal grandmother, Rhoda Chase. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Richard Chase of Bedford, Indiana and Jack and Janice Blackwell of Bedford, Indiana. Visitation for Kevin will be held Monday, December 30, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the First Baptist Church in Bedford, IN. Followed by his funeral service at 2:00 pm. Burial will follow in Cresthaven Memory Gardens. Kevin’s life was a testament to faith, love, and kindness. May his memory bring comfort to all who knew him. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com. Memorial contributions can be made to his children via PayPal @ChaseKidsMemorial (in care of Megan VanLandingham).