Obituary for Michelle Claire Chaffin
Rush Springs: Michelle Claire Chaffin, 54, passed away Saturday, February 19, 2022 in Rush Springs.
Michelle Chaffin, 54, has joined the Heavenly Kingdom after a long, fierce battle with kidney cancer.
Michelle passed on February 19, 2022, at home with her family in Rush Springs, Oklahoma.
Michelle is leaves behind by her beloved husband, Jeff Chaffin, of Rush Springs, Oklahoma; all of
“her kids”, Ronni Roberts and her husband Mike, of Wells, Maine; Chelsi Bonano and her husband
Alex, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Peter Porter and his girlfriend, Brooke Bordofske of Broken
Arrow, Oklahoma; Ashlyn Baker and her husband John of Rush Springs, Oklahoma; Madisyn
Chaffin of Rush Springs, Oklahoma; Her parents Stanley (Buddy) and Claire Labbe of Rush Springs,
Oklahoma; Her siblings, Scott Labbe and wife Heather, of Litchfield, Maine; Nicole Labbe of Rush
Springs, Oklahoma; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins that she loved so
dearly. She is preceded in death by her brother, Steve Labbe.
Born in Gardner, Maine on September 13, 1967 Michelle was born on to parents Stanley and Claire
Labbe. She graduated from Oak Hill High School. Michelle worked at Hemphill’s in Vassalboro,
Maine for many years and later for Farm Bureau Insurance in Oklahoma. Michelle spoke often and
fondly of her past coworkers.
Michelle was fearless on the back of a horse for her entire life. She was happiest when she was
riding, whether it was working colts on the fence line or running barrels on one of the many horses
she trained over the years. Michelle always had a knack for matching the perfect horse with the right
rider. Later, when she met Jeff, they raised cattle together and she loved to drive through the fields
and look over their herd. Michelle’s love for animals was reciprocated by every dog and horse she
ever met. She will be deeply missed by her heeler, Huckleberry, who was by her side until the very
end.
Michelle was devoted to her family and a loving mom. She married Jeff in 2016 and the couple
blended their children into a large, loud group that loves to laugh together.
Michelle never met a challenge she wouldn’t face head on. She was honest, brave, and incredibly
funny. She loved chocolate, holidays, and country music turned up loud. Michelle left this world
better than she found it and we were so thankful for the time we had to know and love her.
A horse back memorial for family and friends is scheduled for Saturday at 4C Ranch (1138 County Road
1560, Rush Springs, Oklahoma 73082) at Noon with a reception to follow at the Life Center
206 W Blakely St, Rush Springs, OK 73082. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Michelle’s life.
Flowers and donations for funeral costs can be sent to 1138 County Road 1560, Rush Springs,
Oklahoma 73082.
Online condolences may be made to www.CallawaySmithCobb.com
Michelle Chaffin, 54, has joined the Heavenly Kingdom after a long, fierce battle with kidney cancer.
Michelle passed on February 19, 2022, at home with her family in Rush Springs, Oklahoma.
Michelle is leaves behind by her beloved husband, Jeff Chaffin, of Rush Springs, Oklahoma; all of
“her kids”, Ronni Roberts and her husband Mike, of Wells, Maine; Chelsi Bonano and her husband
Alex, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Peter Porter and his girlfriend, Brooke Bordofske of Broken
Arrow, Oklahoma; Ashlyn Baker and her husband John of Rush Springs, Oklahoma; Madisyn
Chaffin of Rush Springs, Oklahoma; Her parents Stanley (Buddy) and Claire Labbe of Rush Springs,
Oklahoma; Her siblings, Scott Labbe and wife Heather, of Litchfield, Maine; Nicole Labbe of Rush
Springs, Oklahoma; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins that she loved so
dearly. She is preceded in death by her brother, Steve Labbe.
Born in Gardner, Maine on September 13, 1967 Michelle was born on to parents Stanley and Claire
Labbe. She graduated from Oak Hill High School. Michelle worked at Hemphill’s in Vassalboro,
Maine for many years and later for Farm Bureau Insurance in Oklahoma. Michelle spoke often and
fondly of her past coworkers.
Michelle was fearless on the back of a horse for her entire life. She was happiest when she was
riding, whether it was working colts on the fence line or running barrels on one of the many horses
she trained over the years. Michelle always had a knack for matching the perfect horse with the right
rider. Later, when she met Jeff, they raised cattle together and she loved to drive through the fields
and look over their herd. Michelle’s love for animals was reciprocated by every dog and horse she
ever met. She will be deeply missed by her heeler, Huckleberry, who was by her side until the very
end.
Michelle was devoted to her family and a loving mom. She married Jeff in 2016 and the couple
blended their children into a large, loud group that loves to laugh together.
Michelle never met a challenge she wouldn’t face head on. She was honest, brave, and incredibly
funny. She loved chocolate, holidays, and country music turned up loud. Michelle left this world
better than she found it and we were so thankful for the time we had to know and love her.
A horse back memorial for family and friends is scheduled for Saturday at 4C Ranch (1138 County Road
1560, Rush Springs, Oklahoma 73082) at Noon with a reception to follow at the Life Center
206 W Blakely St, Rush Springs, OK 73082. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Michelle’s life.
Flowers and donations for funeral costs can be sent to 1138 County Road 1560, Rush Springs,
Oklahoma 73082.
Online condolences may be made to www.CallawaySmithCobb.com