Robert Bruce Cheyne

For his dedication and love for the White Clay Creek
1941-2003

On October 3, 2003, southeastern Pennsylvania lost a tireless community servant and good friend in the passing of Bob Cheyne. A resident of Kemblesville, he was devoted to serving his township and preserving the charm and beauty of Chester County and the White Clay watershed. As an avid enthusiast for outdoor pursuits such as sailing and camping, he valued nature and worked to ensure that future generations would be able to do likewise.

Bob's affection for the White Clay prompted him to be an early supporter of its National Wild and Scenic River System designation. His leadership in local government and rapport with other officials was instrumental in gaining the necessary local support and federal congressional endorsement of the designation. An eloquent speaker, he was one of the local spokespersons to testify at the designation hearing before the U.S. Congress.

He was much-beloved in his own township of London Britain where he was serving his second term as a Supervisor. He is remembered for his dedication and ability to successfully apply the skills and 35 years of experience as a professional engineer to better his community. His knowledge of construction, planning, budgeting, and project controls served the township well. He was also a strong advocate for land preservation as seen through his efforts to set aside public lands for the Mason Dixon Greenway.

Bob's memory will live on not just with his wife, Sally, of 37 years, and his two children, Thomas K. Cheyne of New Jersey and Mary Cheyne of Maryland, but in the hearts of many who were touched and benefited by his life. The members of the White Clay Creek Management Committee honor the memory of Bob Cheyne and extend their sympathies to the family.