Maria Chaney

Maria Elena (Schonborn) Chaney passed away peacefully on January 8th, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. She was 83 years old. Maria was one of six children born to the late Rolf Schonborn and Luisa (Monterrosa) Schonborn. Originally from El Salvador, Maria immigrated to the United States in the late 1950’s and settled in San Francisco.

Maria’s work ethic was unmatched, and her family always came first. A long-time employee and retiree of United Airlines, she was beloved by colleagues. She utilized her benefits to ignite a passion for travel in her children and grandchildren with frequent family trips to Hawaii in the summer. Maria never had to be convinced to pack a bag and head to the casinos. She loved playing the slot machines with family and friends and wouldn’t dare give up her seat at a lucky machine. At family gatherings, you could catch her singing and dancing along to her favorite songs. She loved hosting holiday dinners for family and friends. Everyone was welcome at Maria’s table. In her later years she enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family, including her great-granddaughter, Alexandra.

In addition to her parents, Maria was preceded in death by her siblings Dora, Francisco, Antonio, Manuel, Ana, and Gertrude. She will be lovingly remembered and survived by her children: David and Deborah; grandchildren: Christopher (wife Sheri), Michael (wife Jessica), David Jr, and Priscilla; great-grandchildren: Alexandra and Gabriella; as well as numerous relatives and friends.

A mass will be held for Maria at 11am on Monday January 22nd at St. Joan of Arc Parish, 2601 San Ramon Valley Blvd in San Ramon.

Maria’s family will welcome loved ones to attend a reception immediately following the mass at the Greenbrook HOA Clubhouse located at 300 Greenbrook Drive in Danville, CA.