Vincent C. Chewey

Vincent C Chewey, of Mount Dora, FL, previously of Ocean Township, NJ, passed away on March 4, 2025, at the age of 98. He was born and raised in Rockaway, NJ, the son of John J. Chewey and Elizabeth Chewey (Grow). He is predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Denise Chewey (Roberts), his brother's Edward, Francis, Robert, John, his sister Betty and son in law Frederick Ralston. Vincent leaves behind his 3 cherished daughters, Karen Ralston, Cheryl Korbul (Joseph) and Roberta Amedio (John). Affectionately known as “Pop”, he is survived by 7 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. Pop was a man of extreme patience, kind and genuine. He was committed to God and his family. A testament of honesty and integrity, he was a characteristic member of the Greatest Generation. Vincent served in the US Navy during WWII (1944-1946). He attended Cornell Naval training Corps School based on his mathematical skills and engineering potential. Following his honorable discharge he completed a Diploma in Associate Engineering and a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering at Newark College of Engineering (NJIT today). He was employed for 33 years with the Department of Defense (DoD), assigned to the US Army Satellite Agency. Vincent was recognized on multiple occasions by the DoD for his high profile contributions to satellite communications. He was instrumental in the development and execution of a reliable tactical satellite communication system for the Armed Forces and space communications. His team developed an integrated circuit for the guidance and navigation computer used on the Apollo 11 spacecraft. He played a major role in the first synchronous orbit communications satellite. Vincent retired as the chief of the Tactical Division after 33 years. Relatives and friends are invited to pay their last respects on Wednesday March 12, 2025, at the Church of St. Anselm, 1028 Wayside Rd, Tinton Falls from 10 a.m. until the funeral mass at 11 a.m. Entombment to follow at Woodbine Cemetery and Mausoleum, Oceanport, NJ. In lieu of flowers and memorials, donations may be made in Vincents name to the American Heart Association.

Vincent C. Chewey

April 19, 1926 - March 4, 2025