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for Ricky Chapman
A. Chapman
November 15, 2024
Still missing and loving you my brother!
KaiGharvey
February 5, 2024
MANNN MY UNCLE TIM seen ts crazy stopped dude door N put 4 in da basement chapMk sat down for 55 n he coming home
Gayle Betts
January 4, 2023
Miss you my brother.
T. Chapman
January 29, 2006
What can I say? What words can I devote to my brother's memory? It's been one long month since Ricky parted company with his family and friends. Ricky was a good brother and a good man. I always enjoyed staying with Ricky at his home, even though he ALWAYS arranged for me to cook, clean and do his laundry when I got there (LOL) J. His response to this arrangement was just one of his usual great big laughs. I'll miss my short visits to his home and his interesting conversations. Rather our family visits were for happy or sad occasions, Ricky was always so glad to have us with him. The feeling was mutual. There's a big gapping hole in my life, where Ricky once was. However, he will always be in my heart and thoughts. I loved him in this life and will cherish his memory forever. Ricky is sadly missed and fondly remembered.
TC
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W.E. Chapman
January 29, 2006
My Brother Ricky: It can't be all said in a small entry in this guest book, for Ricky is more to us all than an entry, and so was his life as he entered in and out of ours. Ricky will always be more than a thought and a cherished memory because of the good he has left behind that death cannot destroy. A genuine smile and a hearty laugh or chuckle were trademarks of his jolly character. We siblings admired Rick's knowledge and his enthusiastic search for depth in whatever he researched, and his desire to willingly share this knowledge with whomever was willing to listen and had the time. I depended on Rick to fill in the missing gaps I had in different areas of his expertise, such as current events, computer skills, program application knowledge, health, homeopathy, etc. There now has been an unexpected void I feel that was left by his unexpected departure, and also one that we all who knew and loved Ricky must certainly feel. I will (and already now) miss all that I knew about him, and as ever true, each of us knows one another in parts and pieces, but when we all piece together each part, then we can know the "whole" person. I have enjoyed the "pieces and parts" others such as Rick's friends and coworkers who have known him were willing to share their "part or piece" about Rick that we siblings haven't known or experienced because we weren't with him all of his days as he lived in another part of the country. One never knows the moment he is to leave this life, but the most important thing is to live each day as if it is your last. This will help us to put the entire spectrum of "Life" into proper perspective. Make each day count for the good of yourself and equally, the good of others. The most important thing is that we all must "Prepare to meet thy God." May the Lord help us all to be prepared to face Him in peace when we leave this life. May we all leave a legacy of holiness that was pleasing in God’s sight, and a living testimony to those who knew us in this life. Thanks to all of you who contributed something positive and wholesome to my brother’s life, and to all of you who were a true friend and comrade unto him. Thanks to all of you who in some kind and thoughtful way, made Rick's time here on earth a little better, a little brighter, a little easier, and more comforting in the grace of God.
W.E. Chapman
K Chapman
January 28, 2006
Ricky, my brother and my friend will always be sadly missed with tears. It will take a long time to adjust to the reality shock surrounding his death. I will sorely miss his intelligent conversations, his good and thorough advise, his genuine smile and laughter, his kindness and those open arms ready to give a hearty hug. Amoung many other things, I will always long for his presence. I thank God for lending my family such a good and fair brother. His interesting research, ideas and opinions, he was so willing to share, are sure to help us all as we embark into the days of uncertainity. I love Ricky!
P Chapman
January 28, 2006
As Ricky's sister, to lose him has been the most painful experience; The mere thought of not ever being able to share another conversation as he express opinionated views of all the craziness that's part of our daily lives. Despite it all, Ricky always had a smile and laugh for you. My life has changed forever because Ricky will never again be a part of my life. I miss him something terrible!! Thanks for all your expressions of sympathy and for simply sharing some of your precious memories with us.
Deborah & Larry Griffin
January 3, 2006
To my extended family:
I too feel your pain and sorrow on the homegoing of your love one Ricky. An unexpected loss of a loved one is probably the worst that one can experience. I encourage you to pray without ceasing on a daily basis and ask our Heavenly Father to wrap his arms around you and lift you up. He knows the pain that you bare and because of his love for you He will see you through this one day at a time. When you feel that you can't go on....God's grace is sufficient ( II Chorinthians 12:9 & Psalm 91:15)
I Love you Joan!
Love to you all!
Debby Griffin
Les Arnold
January 1, 2006
I would like to extend my sympathy to Rick's family, friends, and co-workers. I'm so glad I ran into Rick and Kevin leaving Bennigans in late October...
Cara Ellis
December 31, 2005
Rick was more than just a friend, he'd been my mother's (Jeanette) best friend and confidant for 10 years or more. I do believe that GOD has a plan, and for some reason this was in it. It is not my place to ask why, though that is the thought that has been a constant.
Rick became a staple in our family, a true friend in deed. He'd been there for the the birth of my children and has celebrated almost every holiday with us at my mom's house, so much so, we'd always ask "Where's Rick" if he chose to spend that holiday with his siblings.
Rick gave us new traditions, like making sure we had fried turkey and pound cake at every event, which we will continue for years to come.
We'll never fry another turkey, or see kites flying without thinking of Rick.
Please know that your pain is ours and take comfort in knowing that
Heaven is a beautiful place.
Remembering Ricks' gentle soul always
Alonzo Wilson and Cara Ellis
Samuel Polk
December 31, 2005
Ricky Chapman will be missed. He was a true gentleman and everyone in our Load Dispatcher's office at U.S. Steel enjoyed his company. God bless the Chapman family and everyone who feels the loss of his presence.
Kellie Blackwell
December 30, 2005
To the Chapman family, I am truly sorry for your loss and I too will miss Ricky very much. Ricky was my neighbor for only a few years before I moved to Hobart, but in those few years I too have many fond memories. He loved to take care of the circle in the culdasac that we lived in and he always grew interesting flowers for all the kids to enjoy- especially the sunflowers. He would put salt blocks for the deer and teach me about the birds and animals that were in between our house. And of course, I will never forget his love for flying kites. As a kid we start with cheap kites and I never had a clue how expensive they could be until Ricky shared his love for kites...........I feel blessed to have had him as a neighbor and friend and know he will be looking upon all of us as an angel.
one last thought, sorry i never got to try his pound cake. Ricky was a man with many talents........and probably the most positive person I have ever met. He would have done anything for anyone.........
Willie J Walker
December 30, 2005
My prayers and condolences go out to the family of Rick Chapman. Upon meeting Ricky I knew he was good people.. someone you meet that's not a stranger, it was as tho I'd known him for years, I met Rick at his Friend Jeanette's and since then, when we'd meet he always had a smile and a hand shake. Rick was one of the last good one's. God be with the Chapman Family in your time of sorrow, Now that he's in Heaven we now have the hook up...and a direct line to to God!
Louie Myers
December 30, 2005
Despite the briefness of our aquaintance, we became friends. I'll always remember you.
SHALONDA MARDIS
December 30, 2005
TO THE FAMILY OF RICK CHAPMAN: I PRAY THAT THE COMFORT OF GOD SURROUNDS YOU. RICK WAS A PART OF OUR FAMILY AND HE WILL BE MISSED. YOU KNOW A PERSON BY THEIR HEART AND WHEN YOU KNEW RICK YOU SAW HIS HEART. GOD IS OUR REFUGE AND STRENGTH, A VERY PRESENT HELP IN TROUBLE PSALM 46:1
wanda dorsey
December 30, 2005
To the chapman family, i did not know Mr.Rick chapman , but a best friend of minds spoke so many nice things about him. i woul like to send my deepest sympathy to the family and god bless each and everyone of you. Ms. WANDA JEAN DORSEY.
Jeanett Mardis,Fleming
December 30, 2005
My Forever friend, Rick Chapman, I’m having such a hard time wrapping myself around the fact that Rick is gone from my life and my families life he has been an extended member of my family for such a long time, It’s hard remembering what it was like before I met Rick at US Steel 10yrs. ago, we spent countless hours sitting on his back porch watching the Deer’s and Raccoons in his yard. We laughed and talked about everything... from politics, religion, or just talking about the current events, Rick could and would go deep about whatever the subject! He loved frying turkeys and baking pound cakes for everyone to enjoy, he’d fry up a turkey or use the family recipe to bake his famous pound cake to take to the job for his co-workers, He didn’t miss many holidays at my home and everyone would praise the turkey and the cake, It was like the party didn’t start till he got there! Rick is going to be truly missed in my life, he was a constant sincere true friend to me ,when things went wrong ,he was the one that would help me make sense of it all , anyone that had the pleasure of knowing him,, knew he was a scholar and a gentleman. As you see...I could write a book, yet I believe GOD always knows what’s best, so I’m trusting we’re all exactly where he wants us each to be at this very moment. I know Rick is close in my heart I will miss him deeply, Now when I look up at the sky I will thank God for Lending me…Ricky L Chapman MY Friend in Heaven, To the Chapman family I need not tell you how I feel for your lost... for you now are my family too, May God Bless you and keep you!
Georgia Bond
December 30, 2005
To Our Chapman Family: We grieve with you for your loss. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We will stay in touch. Love, Uncle Joe, Aunt Georgia and family.
Barbara Mardis
December 30, 2005
I only knew Rick for a short period of time. But that was all it took to know that he was one of Gods special angels. He will be missed. My condolences to all his family. I will miss those wonderful cakes that he baked. May God bless and keep you is my prayer.
Alice Erskine
December 30, 2005
I had the pleasure of working with Ricky at U.S. Steel and will miss his smiling face stopping by my office and looking around for the "goodies" I usually kept. My prayers are with the Chapman family during this very difficult time and beyond. Just remember - God will make a way.
Dr. Hall's Office
December 30, 2005
To The Family & Friends of Ricky;
Ricky has been a patient of ours for at least 13yrs. He was just in 2wks. ago. We could always count on Ricky to smile and have something to talk about. When it was Rickys turn to go in with Dr. Hall we knew it would be a while before we saw them again. Dr. Hall and Ricky would always get into some interesting conversation that neither one of them wanted to leave alone. We will miss his smiling face here in our office. You are all in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Dr. Hall & Staff
Ca'Shawn Morris
December 30, 2005
As my mind tries to wrap around the lost of Rick, my heart goes out to each and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing Rick personally, because I know the pain you are feeling at this moment of loss. I know that a space is missing and the void will never be filled. I too have lost a dear friend, as well as my sons who affectionatly knew him as "uncle Rick".
My Mom has loved him like a brother, they were unseparatable and she is in deep mourning for the loss her great friend. He is missed and will always be remembered as smiling uncle Rick who always believed everyone deserved a second chance no matter what their mistake may have been.
May your soul rest in peace and know that you made a difference with everyone you came in contact with.
You are loved and missed....
Elzora Campbell
December 29, 2005
To the entire Chapman family;
I would like to express my deepest heart felt sympathy.I was very saddened when I heard about ricky and at a lost for words as well as disbelief.When we think things are out of control just remember Jesus christ is always in complete control.He is Alpha and Omega,the beginning and the end,the first and the last.(Rev. 22:13)I am praying with you and for you.I love you all.
Ronald Chapman
December 29, 2005
The Chapman family has truly lost one of its leaders with the passing of Ricky. I will miss him so much. He was like a brother to me,
and he always had a smile and a helping hand to lend.
My prayers go out to the family.
lorraine hill
December 29, 2005
My heart goes out to the Champan family. The family will be in my prayers. My the Lord Bless each and every one of you.
Alice Trembczynski
December 29, 2005
I had the privilege to work with Ricky at US Steel. He was the nicest, kindest man at the plant. He always had a smile and kind word for everyone. God must have needed a new angel in heaven.
Vivian Strickland
December 29, 2005
To the family of Ricky Chapman
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your loved one Ricky. I too have loss Ricky. I am employed at US Steel and met Ricky over a year ago when I was assigned to be an internal auditor for the Environmental Management Services (EMS). I was very impressed with Ricky's knowledge of the auditing process for the environment and could see his love and dedication for the work that he did.
I last conversed with Ricky by e-mail at work before I went on vacation for the holiday. We wished each other a Merry Christmas, and looked forward to changes in the New Year with the EMS.
There wasn't a December auditor's meeting because in November we lost Kevin Hursey, another member of the EMS team. Two great men, gone too soon.
Ricky will surely be missed. I am honored to have known him.
May God's grace and mercy be with you in your time of sorrow. I pray that you find solace in knowing that we, his co-workers, share your grief and are praying with you and for you.
Shonte' Quarles-Bryant
December 29, 2005
Dearest Chapman Family:
My sincerest condolences are with you during this most difficult time of bereavement.
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