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Michael Benjamin Patrick Chapman

1993 - 2021

Michael Benjamin Patrick Chapman obituary, 1993-2021, Akron, OH

BORN

1993

DIED

2021

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Adams Mason Funeral Home & Crematory - Akron

791 E. Market Street

Akron, Ohio

Michael Chapman Obituary

Michael Benjamin Patrick Chapman, 27, of Akron, Ohio passed away on January 24, 2021. He was born September 30, 1993 in Akron, the son of Christopher and Barbara (Douglas) Chapman. Michael graduated from Springfield High School in 2011 and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. After returning from his service, he worked in the field of construction. Michael loved his country, working around the Chapman Farm, and spending time with his family. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Ira Chapman and Al and Betty Douglas. Michael leaves behind a loving family: parents ,Chris and Barb Chapman; daughter, Paisley; brother, Ryan (Annie) Chapman; sister, Brittany (Jason) Moore; nephews and nieces, Ben and Bryce Chapman, Ethan, Kalianna, and Mahayla Moore; special friend, Cayla Poteete; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Visitation will be 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, January 28, 2021 at the Adams Mason Funeral Home (791 East Market Street), where funeral services will immediately follow at 1 p.m. Burial to follow at Crown Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Mendleton Foundation and/or donations to an account set up for his daughter, Paisley Chapman at Citizens Bank. Arrangements entrusted to Adams Mason Funeral Home.

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Jan. 27, 2021.

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Tim Chapman

January 29, 2021

May God hold you and your family in the palm of his hand. We will cherish your memory forever.

Love always from your Uncle and Aunt,
Tim and Leisa Chapman

Anne McGarry

January 28, 2021

Michael Benjamin Patrick: what a gorgeous name and a mighty handsome man. Barb and Chris, please accept my deepest and most sincere condolences. Thank you for raising a Marine. Michael's Marine Corps brothers from Japan held him in such high regard that you saw their presence today. I can only hope that gave you some comfort in this time of heartbreak and loss. sending love and support to you from another Marine Corps Mom.

Anne McGarry

January 28, 2021

Michael Benjamin Patrick: what a gorgeous name and a mighty handsome man. Barb and Chris, please accept my deepest and most sincere condolences. Thank you for raising a Marine. Michael's Marine Corps brothers from Japan held him in such high regard that you saw their presence today. I can only hope that gave you some comfort in this time of heartbreak and loss. sending love and support to you from another Marine Corps Mom.

Mike Lee

January 28, 2021

Chris, Barb and family,
I'm terribly sorry to hear of Michaels passing. Letting you know that all of the Lees are thinking about and praying with you during this difficult time.

Fred & Jo Ann Scaglione

January 28, 2021

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Josh and Lisa Poteete

January 28, 2021

Thinking and praying for Mike and the Chapman family today. Mike was a good man, patriot of our country and will be deeply missed by so many. I pray that the lord has his healing hands on your shoulders today and the weeks moving forward.

Jennifer & Adam Henley

January 27, 2021

Brittany and Family,

We are so sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. May the memories live in your hearts until you meet again. Sending many thoughts and prayers to you during
this unimaginable time.

Thomas Edward James

January 27, 2021

I hope that the passage of time will soon help you to recover from the grief you must feel.

Carsten Fletcher

January 27, 2021

Chapman Family,

I am sadden by the loss of Michael. Our deepest condolences and prayers go out to your family. I knew Michael while he was in the Corps and served with him for over a year.

Paisley, your father was a courageous and honorable man. He brightened every room he walked into.

Care and love,

Carsten and Nina Fletcher

Kevin and Laura Morrison

January 27, 2021

Dear Chris, Barb and Chapman family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers be with your family.
Love, Laura & Kevin Morrison

jim christner

January 27, 2021

My sincere condolences to the Chapman family for your loss

Dorothy & Ed English (Scianna)

January 27, 2021

Chris & Barb and family, I am so sorry to hear of your sons passing, I can't imagine the hurt. You will be in our prayers for God to wrap his arms around you and comfort you at this difficult time.

Cliff & Carla Peterson

January 27, 2021

Barb, Chris , Chapman & Douglas and families,
So very sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. Prayers of comfort for you all.
Cliff & Carla (Pritchard) Peterson

Johnny and Grace Poteete

January 27, 2021

We didn’t know Mike very long, but in that short time we knew what a wonderful young man he was! Our prayers for peace in his passing.

Dan and Christine Ternosky

January 27, 2021

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Chatman, Ryan, Annie and Brittany, Dan and I are so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. Losing a child and sibling is a pain like no other. May God bless you and memories of him bring you confort.

leigh Mooney

January 27, 2021

My deepest sympathies for your loss. I can't imagine your grief. My thoughts are with your family.

Adams Mason Funeral Home - Akron

January 27, 2021

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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