Photo courtesy of Pyatt Funeral Home - Pinckneyville
Jun 16, 1921 - Nov 29, 2018
Jerry, Gayle, Cindy; sorry to hear about your dad. Harold was a great Christian gentleman. I always admired & loved him. Godspeed Harold, see you in the morning, that great gettin' up morning.
Joe Crowe
December 04, 2018 | Tamaroa, IL
Sorry to read of the passing of your dad, Jerry. At least, you have photos of the five generations to keep and treasure.
Ed and Judy Stahlheber
December 03, 2018 | Sparta, IL | Friend
Gayle and Cindy thank you for sharing your family with me. My happiest, most loving memories were made with Harold, Ina and Mom. I am who I am today due to all of them and the two of you. Harold taught me in Sunday School but mostly he taught me by the life he lived and the love he gave. He was a good Man and now he will be rewarded for his giving heart and walk with God.
Patti Barber (Heiple)
December 01, 2018 | Gillette, WY | Friend
Jerry, Cindy and Gayle, may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Great memories growing up in Pinckneyville and the Pentecost church.
Linda Hill Minnick
December 01, 2018 | Melbourne Beach, FL | Friend
My sincerest sympathies to Gayle, Cindy, and Jerry for the loss of your Dad. I loved Harold with all my heart. He was a wonderful Christian man who taught me in Sunday School, took us on hayrides, welcomed me in to his home and family, and served as a father figure to me when I had none. I have the fondest memories of spending time with the Chapman family. He was a true example of a godly Christian man, father, and dear friend. The influence he had on my life will always be remembered...
Pat and Odell Lively
November 30, 2018 | DuQuoin, IL | Friend
Love you grandpa. That should be a Rockies hat youre wearing but I cant be there to keep those Cox boys in line. Say hi to grandma and Jesus for me. Ill see you when my lifes vapor is spent.
Mark Almond
November 30, 2018 | Loveland, CO | Grandchild
Our prayers are with the family!
Mel & Pam Calhoun
November 30, 2018 | Fredericton, NB | Friend
Gayle, Mike and the rest of Harold's Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are for peace and comfort for all of you.
Gennell Black
November 30, 2018 | Tower Hill, IL
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Shane Coz
November 30, 2018 | Surry, ME | Family
Harold Wade Chapman, age 97, of Pinckneyville, IL, passed away Thursday, November 29, 2018 in Randolph County Care Center, Sparta, IL with his son by his side.
Harold was born on June 16, 1921 in Tamaroa, IL, son to the late Oliver “Pop” and Harriet “Mom” (Lynch) Chapman of Tamaroa, IL. On August 7, 1940, Harold and Ina Rice eloped to Perryville, MO to begin their married life. They were married for 73 wonderful years and resided in Pinckneyville, Illinois. Homer and Lola Rice were the attendants at their wedding. Harold was a member of Landmark Apostolic Church, Sparta, IL. He was a “favorite” Sunday School teacher for many teens throughout his years. Harold worked as a roofer throughout Perry County for many years. He then worked at the US Gypsum factory for a while. Harold refused to retire and worked several more years doing maintenance and as a groundskeeper at Hardee’s in Pinckneyville. Harold was an avid fox hunter and loved deer hunting. He was an awesome grandpa and dearly loved spending time with his family. He would pray daily for all his family. His grandkids and great grandkids were his pride and joy. A highlight of everyone who came to visit him was his praying blessings upon them before he let them leave.
Harold is survived by his three children, Jerry (Connie) Chapman of Pinckneyville, IL, Gayle (Mike) Cox of Surry, ME, and Cindy (Earl) Almond of Clifton, CO; thirteen grandchildren; thirty-five great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; one nephew, Bob Weber; and numerous other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ina Chapman; sister and brother-in-law, Mildred and Gail Weber; daughter-in-law, Sharon Chapman; and nephew, Larry Weber.
Funeral services will be held at Landmark Apostolic Church, 401 N. Vine Street, Sparta, IL on Monday, December 3, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Doug Rice and Reverend Mike Cox officiating. Interment will be at Campbell Cemetery, Pinckneyville, IL.
Friends may call at Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL on Sunday, December 2, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Monday morning at Landmark Apostolic Church, Sparta, IL from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
Memorial donations may be made to Landmark Apostolic Church.
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