Charles E. Chapman
Charles E. Chapman
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He was born September 4, 1930, in Barberton to the late Evron and Florence Chapman. Mr. Chapman received his Bachelors and Masters degrees from Kent State University. He started teaching 5th grade in Norton and was then drafted into the U.S. Army. After serving his country he began teaching in Wadsworth. After completing his Masters degree he became an elementary school principal in Medina and Brunswick and later came back to Wadsworth until his retirement in 1983. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church where he served on the Church Council and sang in the choir. His beautiful voice will be greatly missed. As a servant and leader he affected the lives of everyone he touched. He was an innovator in education. He was instrumental in many programs including starting FISH. He was the current president of Meals on Wheels, past president of The Isaac Walton League, and the Medina County Retired Teachers' Association. He was a member of O.E.A., Shade Tree Commission, Wadsworth Deer Hunters and president of the Norton Class of 1948. In addition to being the most wonderful husband and father, he enjoyed his family as well as hunting, fishing, camping and growing roses.
Mr. Chapman was preceded in death by son, Robert Chapman and brother, Kenneth Chapman. Charles is survived by his wife, Marilyn (Seiberling) with whom he celebrated 59 years of marriage on April 22, 2010. He is also survived by son, Thomas Chapman; daughter and son-in-law, Revs. Nancy and Thomas Smith of Georgetown, Ky.; his grandchildren, Derek Smith, Nicole Smith, Elizabeth (Robert) Weidman, Bryan Chapman, Timothy Chapman and one great-granddaughter, Madison Weidman. There are many nieces and nephews also surviving.
The family will receive friends 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home, 174 N. Lyman Street, Wadsworth. Funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday at Grace Lutheran Church, 146 High Street, Wadsworth, with Rev. Daniel Cammarn officiating. Interment will be at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to Grace Lutheran Church Window Restoration Fund. (Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home, 330-334-1501)
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Donna Longfellow
March 9, 2011
Marilyn, Nancy, and family,
We just learned of Chuck's passing. I am so sorry that we missed paying our respects. Chuck was an amazing man, and you both have been such close friends of my parents from Norton Class of 1948. Now he can visit with Betty and Russ, free of pain and ailments. God bless him and all of you in your loss of a great husband, father and grandfather.
Donna (Rizor) Longfellow
Tim and Sarah Longfellow
Tom chapman
February 2, 2011
Thank You all for your kind words and Prayers...The Chapman Family
Matthew Phillips
January 2, 2011
I met Mr Chapman in 1965 when our family moved up the street to resided next door. I was six and sorely in need of positive role models in my life. He and his family included me in many family functions including visits to Grandpa's farm, fishing, frogging, etc, etc. It was through his living example I learned much that influences my life today. - Unselfishness, love, respect, and humility. Thank you Mr. Chapman. I will try to do the same.
Jeanette Crabb
December 27, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. I'll always carry fond memories of him as my principal at Overlook School. He is now in the arms of Jesus.
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Melissa Hageman
December 26, 2010
He came into my life when I was 7 years old. He took a very frightened little girl under his wing and kept me there for the next 40 years. He was sweet...and kind...and funny. He had the most beautiful voice...a one of a kind sense of humor...gave the best hugs I've ever received...and was the only human being I've ever been willing to share my candy bars with. How very blessed I was to have known him.
My heart, love and prayers are with you Marilyn.
Becky Mullett
December 17, 2010
Marilyn, Tom, Nancy, and all the grandchildren...I remember Chuck's beautiful voice as he sang in the choir at Grace Lutheran Church and I was fortunate enough to be his choir director. Chuck always had a smile on his face and could whistle like no one I have ever heard before. He will be truly missed. Whenever I hear "O Holy Night" sung on Christmas Eve, I think of Chuck who sang it so many times on that special night. My prayers are with your family during this most difficult time. - Becky Mullett (N. Lawrence, OH).
Carolyn Lutz
December 17, 2010
Marilyn and family: My love and prayers are with each of you at this sad time. It is always hard to say those earthly good-byes to those we love and hold so dear. I remember the times we would get together with Denny and Margaret and you and Chuck. What fun we had. Now he has received his finest and best award. He is with the one who loved him more than any other. His Master. "Blessed are they who mourn for they shall be comforted." In Jesus Love,
Deb Tomes
December 16, 2010
I worked as a teacher's aide at Lincoln Elementary when Mr. Chapman was principal . He was a very kind, sweet man. My prayers are with his family.
Lisa Chapman
December 16, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I feel and believe he is in a better place no suffering no pain. Only laughter,joy and peace. May God Bless you and your family.
Beth Turner
December 16, 2010
Oh Nancy, I am so sorry to hear about your Father. My prayers and thoughts are with you, Tom, Nikki, Derek and brother Tom. Please send my love and sympathy to your Mom. I would be there with you if I could. Love you Nance.
joan tomsello
December 16, 2010
I remember how my uncle chuck could make you laugh.My prayers go out to my aunt marilyn,tom,nancy.
Pat Presto
December 16, 2010
I am a teacher who worked with Chuck when he was principal at Valley View. My sympathy to your family.
Diana Gantz (welday)
December 16, 2010
If this is the Mr. Chapman I remember from my second time in sixth grade, at Franklin School, he was the best teacher I ever had. He was a great man, and will be truly missed.
Thomas Curtis
December 15, 2010
I offer my condolences to the Chapman family. I met Chuck at a State Teachers Retirement System board meeting. We were both advocates for STRS reform and members of Concerned Ohio Retired Educators (CORE). I thought highly of his opinions and we often emailed one another. Chuck was a real gentleman and will be missed by everyone that was fortunate enough to become his friend.
lyle fulton
December 15, 2010
Tom and family so sorry for your loss. He will be missed. My prayers will be with you and your family.
Marilyn Yungk
December 15, 2010
Dear Marilyn and Chapman Family,
I am one of the teachers who worked under Chuck's leadership at Franklin and VV Schools.
My sympathy to you all. You lost a wonderful husband, good father and a good school administrator and community leader. Take care, Marilyn. I have heard that you have had a siege also. Marilyn and Ed Yungk
Marsha True
December 15, 2010
Nancy,
I am so sorry for your loss!!! If you are any reflection of him he must of been a wonderful man!!! Please give my love to Nikki, Derek and Tom and of course your mom. I am a phone call away if you need anything!! Keeping all of you covered in prayer.
Be Blessed,
Marsha True
Do you think he's met Bobbie yet???
Ken chapman
December 15, 2010
I will always remember Uncle Chuck as a no nonsense man. He always had a way of explaining things so you would see it his way. Our thoughts and prayers go to Aunt Marilyn, Tom, Nancy, and family. He will be dearly missed.
ken chapman
December 15, 2010
John Zidan
December 15, 2010
Dear Marilyn the lord took away one of the good ones I have lost a good friend they broke the mold when they made him but we know he is in a better place are sincerest conduleneces to you and your family on behalf of retirement first and my staff he will truly be missed
December 15, 2010
I served as a State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) Board member between 2005 and 2009. I will always remember Chuck as a person who advocated contructive change at STRS and fairness for retirees. He spoke many times at STRS Board meetings in Columbus, and he was excellent in his presentations. He was respected and he will be missed.
Dennis Leone
Janet Wood
December 15, 2010
My thoughts and prayers to Aunt Marilyn, Tom, Nancy and their families. I feel honored to have had Uncle Chuck in my life. He was one of the best men I have ever known. I'm sure he is up in heaven singing for our Lord. God Bless!!
Sandy Clark
December 15, 2010
I will always remember his gracious manner and wonderful sense of humor. I feel blessed to have known him. My sympathy goes out to you, Marilyn and your family.
The Friedrichsen Family
December 15, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Mark and Alissa Kovack
December 15, 2010
The Chapman Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Thinking of all of you!
December 15, 2010
We praise God for the life and service of our veteran. May he rest in peace in the arms of our Lord as a grateful nation mourns.
Michele N. Sandridge, Chaplain
American Legion Auxiliary
Department of Ohio
kevin chapman
December 15, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Laurie Wiesen-Adrian
December 15, 2010
I am very saddened to see Mr. Chapman has passed on. He was my elementary principal, in the early 70's. I remember him as being very kind and helpful to the students. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you, during this difficult time.
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