With heavy hearts and profound sadness, the family and friends of Chantel Charity Lynn Jackson Vaughn announce her peaceful passing on March 16, 2025. A beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend, Chantel’s radiant spirit left a lasting imprint on everyone fortunate enough to know her. Her absence leaves a space that can never be filled, but her memory continues to inspire all who loved her.
Born and raised in Fernandina Beach, Florida, Chantel was a bright light from an early age. She found her deepest joy in dance, a passion that became a lifelong source of creativity and self-expression. Her performances were known not just for their grace and beauty, but for the way they reflected her vibrant and giving heart. Chantel’s love for dance extended beyond the stage, inspiring young students whom she mentored and encouraged to chase their dreams with the same boundless energy she embodied.
Chantel’s life was defined by her devotion to family and community. She was a loving daughter to her parents, a supportive sister to her brothers, a devoted wife, and the proud, nurturing mother of her cherished son. Every relationship she built was grounded in her core values of kindness, compassion, and authenticity. Friends remember Chantel for her infectious laughter, her ability to make every gathering brighter, and her tireless willingness to lend a hand or an encouraging word whenever needed.
Those closest to her describe Chantel as a “force of love”—someone who lived with an open heart, unafraid to share her emotions, her dreams, and her unwavering belief in the goodness of people. Whether it was through volunteering at local events, supporting school programs, or organizing charity drives, Chantel was deeply committed to making Fernandina Beach a more connected, joyful place.
In honor of Chantel’s remarkable life, the family will host a Celebration of Life Ceremony in July 2025, where friends, family, and all those touched by her spirit will gather to share stories, laughter, tears, and tributes. It will be a day to remember not only the life Chantel lived but the values she carried into every space she entered: love, kindness, and joy.
As we mourn her loss, we also celebrate the beautiful legacy she leaves behind. In the smiles of her family, the memories held by her friends, and the countless lives she touched through her generosity and warmth, Chantel’s spirit lives on. Her family invites all who knew her to honor Chantel by embracing life with the same passion and love that she did — by dancing a little more freely, laughing a little more loudly, and loving a little more deeply.
Please keep the Jackson Vaughn family in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate this difficult time. May Chantel’s memory be a blessing, a beacon of light guiding us toward compassion and connection in our own lives.
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