Philip Scott Cheney, Jr.

Philip Scott Cheney, Jr passed away Monday, April 18, 2022. Philip was born in Marietta, Georgia to Philip (Scott) Cheney, Sr and Amy Brown Cheney. From the moment he was born, Philip was loved by all who knew him. He was a known for his big heart, infectious laugh, and loving ways. He always had a smile and a hug for anyone. He would go out of his way to be there for his friends and family. He was his own unique person and lived a life full of love.

Anyone who knew him knew about his love of LSU and the Falcons. Philip and his father, Scott, spent many afternoons cheering on their Falcons together. Philip loved music and would share that love with everyone, sending songs and new bands for everyone to listen to. His list of favorites could not be complete without mentioning his love of spicy foods. Ever since he was small, Philip always knew where the hot sauce was kept and used plenty of it. Philip enjoyed the outdoors, from hunting and fishing when he was young to taking his dog, Moon to the river with Kat.

Philip was not only an amazing son and grandson, but he was also the best big brother to Lydia. He was a loving fiancée to Kat Freeman. Philip was an incredible individual and will be greatly missed.

Philip was preceded in death by his Pepaw; great grandparents, Richard and Mary Jane Cheney; great grandmother, Elmina Jackson.

Survivors include his parents, Scott and Amy (Brown) Cheney; his little sister, Lydia Cheney; his fiancée, Kat Freeman; his grandparents, Tim and Kit Brown, Connie Clark, and Rick Cheney; great grandmothers, Barbara Brown and Katherine Drake; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Honorary pallbearers, Rick and Nick Cheney.

In lieu of flowers the family asks for a donation to be made in Philip’s name to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/donate/

His family asks if you or anyone you know is considering suicide, please seek help.

1-800-273-8255