Photo courtesy of Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors - Denton
Denton, Texas
Aug 26, 1954 – Jan 5, 2023
Earlene Alice Chapman passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2023 in Denton, Texas. She was born in Watsonville, CA to Earl and Barbara Morford on August 26, 1954. Over 15 years, split between California and Texas, she and her husband were foster parents for 55 special needs and medically fragile infants, adopting 5. Earlene enjoyed spending time with her large family and travelling with her husband, Richard, and her service dog, Ranger. She is preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Barbara Morford, and her brother, Dennis.
Visitation will be from 5PM to 7PM, Friday, January 13, 2023 at DeBerry Funeral Home in Denton, Texas. Funeral services will begin at 2PM, Saturday also at DeBerry’s.
Earlene is survived by her husband Richard and children, Peter, Sarah (Kwast), David, Michelle, Rachel, Noah and Caleb; her brothers, Clifford and Allen. And Ranger.
Read MoreMy condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return our loved ones . Psalms37 : the 29
Earnie Ray
February 02, 2023
Richard and family; Earlene 35 years ago I met you at John Fluke Corporation in the Silicon Valley, we both were in administration. I met you a month before I got married. You were a big sister to me, a angel sent by God. When I became pregnant with my daughter a few years later it was Gods intervention. I lost my mother at a very young age and you made sure Samantha had everything she needed to come into this world and you had a heart and faith to guide me the first year. I learned quickly...
Christopher & Nicole Rogers
January 21, 2023 | Friend
God loves you, Earlene. You are now singing with the angels.
Jerry Chin
January 20, 2023
We were So sorry to hear of Earlene passing. So amazing to read of her loved of children. With Heartfelt Sympathy, Watsonville High Class of 1972 Reunion Committee
Dyan (Ferreira) Wilcox
January 17, 2023 | School
I remember Earlene as my loving and kind neighbor when our twins were in elementary and middle school. My kids loved going to her home because she had good snacks. Earlene was kind to everyone. She was patient, empathetic and loved everyone. Rest in peace dearest Earlene. Love and prayers Martha Ceja
Martha Ceja
January 13, 2023 | Denton, TX | Neighbor
Hey Sis. Since my homecoming day in May of 1956 you have been my Best Friend. I don’t recall anything you said about those days, and I surely don’t remember, but I know I had the previledge of being the first Little One that you cared for. Thanks. You did a great job! One memory says so much. I remember YOU holding YOUR breath while I was being disciplined; in hopes that BOTH our pains would end. All through my life, especially these past few rough years, you have been there for me. And your...
Allen Morford
January 11, 2023 | Denton, TX | Brother
So sorry to hear about Earlene. Prayers lifted for you for the Lord's peace and strength during this difficult time. God bless my friend.
Susan Williamson
January 09, 2023 | Denton, TX | Coworker
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Salena Hill
January 07, 2023 | Redmond, OR | Friend
So sorry for your loss. Earlene was a gem. Knew her for years as a fellow foster parent in Denton area. She was very giving and had a heart of gold. She will be greatly missed.
Beth Pitts
January 07, 2023 | Tennessee Colony, TX | Friend