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2019

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Ruth Chapman Obituary

Ruth Sharpe Chapman WEST COLUMBIA - Ruth Sharpe Chapman, 95, died Thursday, April 11, 2019. Born March 10, 1924, in St. Matthews, SC, she was the daughter of the late Ollen and Olivia Sharpe. She was well loved in the community and was "Nana" to many children. Ruth was an active member of Trinity Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband Ira "Chip" Paul Chapman. She is survived by her three children, Ira Keith Chapman (Tanya) of Chapin, Paulette Varney of Melbourne, Florida, and Wayne Chapman (Terry) of Lexington; and grandchildren: Kayce Boggs, Kade Coggins, Trevor Chapman, Morgan Chapman, Olivia Chapman. Great grandchildren: Bradley Chapman, Allie Chapman, Katie Chapman, Amelia Coggins, Bennett Boggs, and Brayden Boggs. Services will be held 12, noon, Monday, April 15, 2019, at Trinity Baptist Church, Cayce, SC. Burial will follow at Southland Memorial Gardens, West Columbia, SC. The family will greet friends at the church prior to the service beginning at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity Baptist Church, 2003 Charleston Hwy, Cayce, SC, 29033. Barr-Price Funeral Home, Lexington Chapel is assisting the family. Barr-Price.com (803)356-4411

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Published by The State on Apr. 14, 2019.

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Steve Powers

April 15, 2019

Ruth, was a fine Lady. She was strong in her faith,and will be sorely missed. Prayers for the family that the Lord will comfort and guide you all.God Bless

April 15, 2019

kay and denard harris....nana...you and ira were the kindest of the kind to us young folks back in the 1970,s and 80,...we look forward to see you both one day...

Donna Peele

April 15, 2019

This sweet lady has blessed so many lives with her smile. God's blessing of comfort on your family.

April 14, 2019

Deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom. She was a shining light, enjoyed seeing her when I visited Gene Davis, her roommate across the hall. Prayers ......Judy Berry Amick

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10:30 a.m.

Trinity Baptist Church

Cayce, SC

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15

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12:00 p.m.

Trinity Baptist Church

Cayce, SC

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