James Chapman

James A. Chapman SUFFOLK - James Andrew "Jimmy" Chapman of the 5400 block of Godwin Blvd., died Nov. 17, 2008, in Sentara Obici Hospital. A native of Nansemond County, he was the son of the late Andrew and Lynwood Mann Chapman. He was predeceased by two sisters, Anna Chapman-Scott and Geraldine V. Chapman; three brothers-in-law, Willie L. Towns Sr., John W. Scott Sr. and Ryland M. Myrick Jr. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army after three years. He was employed for 44 years at Norfolk Naval Shipyard as a machinist. He was a member of Abundant Harvest Outreach Ministries in Franklin. He leaves to cherish his memories one son, James H. Hill of Norfolk; a daughter, Sabrina Stewart of Norfolk; two special adopted sons, Irvin Hill Sr. (wife Alisha) and Hirschler Hill; five sisters, Rosa M. Harris (Elbert) of Portsmouth, Flora E. Chapman, Daisy V. Towns (caregiver), Gwen E. Strickland (Larry), all of Suffolk and Elder Joyce Chapman-Myrick of Franklin; a devoted aunt, Patience E. Porter of Suffolk; 16 nephews and eight nieces, nine adopted grandchildren; a special friend and caregiver, Carolyn Hill; special friends, James Powell, John Powell and Walter L. Jones; and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. today in Little Bethel Baptist Church, 6533 Everetts Road, Suffolk, officiated by the Rev. Ronald Goodwin. Interment will be in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. The family will receive visitors at 5409 Godwin Blvd., Suffolk. Condolences may be extended to the family at www.crockerfuneralhome.com.