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Jeffrey Earl Chilson

February 26, 1956 ~ August 29, 2023

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ROCKY MOUNT – Jeffrey Earl Chilson, age 67, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2023. Born in Seneca County, NY on February 26, 1956, he was the son of the late Jack Clinton Chilson and Elaine Doris Rubright. He was preceded in death by his son, Clifford Chilson. Jeff was a proud veteran of the United States Coast Guard, serving his country for 26 years. He had a passion for law enforcement and developed a love for working on cars. Jeff was a man of great faith and was a member of Bethlehem Presbyterian Church. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him. Jeff is survived by his wife of 25 years, Karen Mitchell; his daughter, Michelle Chilson, of Virginia Beach, VA; his son Nathaniel Chilson (Sara) of Denver, CO; his grandchildren, Lauren Vogt and Brandon Chilson; and his brother, Jan Chilson, of New York. A Celebration of Jeff’s Life will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Bethlehem Presbyterian Church, 1460 Bethlehem Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27803 with Rev. Dan Davis officiating. A visitation will be from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM following to the service in the Sanctuary of Bethlehem Presbyterian Church. Flowers are welcome. Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 661 English Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.johnsonfuneralsandcremations.com.

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  2. To the Family of Jeffrey Earl Chilson,

    I was deeply saddened to learn of Jeff’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences during this difficult time.

    Jeff was not only a dedicated co-worker but also a cherished friend. I had the privilege of knowing him for over 25 years, and we worked almost side by side at the Old Dominion University Police Department for nearly two decades. His contributions as a police officer, bike officer, and detective were marked by professionalism, integrity, and quiet strength. He served with honor and always led by example.

    It pains me to share that the ODU Police Department was not notified of Jeff’s passing. While this was heartbreaking to many of us who served with him, I understand that Jeff was a deeply private person. It’s likely he never asked his family to reach out to the agency, and I respect that choice.

    Jeff’s legacy lives on in the memories of those who worked with him and in the lives he touched through his service. More than anything, I will remember him as a loyal friend—steadfast, thoughtful, and always true to himself.

    May you find comfort in knowing how deeply he was respected and loved by his colleagues.

    With sympathy and respect,

    Marc Ross Huckless
    Retired Police Sergeant
    Old Dominion University Police Department

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