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Donald Chapman Obituary
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DONALD R. CHAPMAN Donald R. Chapman, 66, of Dunwoody died at his home Saturday, April 15, 2006. Surviving are his wife of forty-one years Harriet Eldridge Chapman; sons and daughters- in-law, Don and Laura Chapman, Michael Chapman and Melissa Palmer, Matthew and Jackie Chapman; daughters and sons-in-law, Julie and Jason Hand, Karen and Chris Wagner; three grandchildren, Astrid Wagner, Colin and Emily Chapman; father and mother, Ray and Rita Meyer Chapman; sisters and brothers-in-law, Kay and Manuel Martinez, Carol Vires, Janet and Guy Gage; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jon and Julie Chapman, Ken and Nickie Chapman, and nieces and nephews. Mr. Chapman was born June 5, 1939 in Winamac, Indiana and moved from Indianapolis to Atlanta in 1980. A graduate of Indiana University, he was a certified public accountant. From 2000 until his death he was the heart and soul of homestarrunner.com a company his sons established. During his career Mr. Chapman was employed by Crawford & Co., P. R. Mallory, and Peat Marwick Mitchell. A mass celebrating his life will be held Tuesday, April 18th at one o'clock at All Saints Catholic Church. Interment North Atlanta Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Southeastern Brain Tumor Foundation, P. O. Box 422471, Atlanta, GA 30342 or Food for the Poor, 550 SW 12th Avenue, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442. Express tributes and condolences by visiting www.mem.com. Friends may visit with the family Monday evening from five until eight o'clock with a prayer service being held at seven-thirty at H. M. Patterson & Son Oglethorpe Hill Chapel, 4550, Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta, GA 30319, 404-261-3510.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Chapman
Abdulrahman Aburawi
February 23, 2007
RIP.
Albert Gutowski
December 3, 2006
It is sorry to hear - You are young and your father passed away.
However since he did efforts with H*R - he wants you to pursue it. It must have been his passion, too...
Hold on, guys.
Hannah Lupton
November 13, 2006
Awwww, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad, I know it was months ago, my apologies for not noticing. I'm sure you all were able to get through this difficult time together
Michael Novelli
October 15, 2006
From the apple came the seed. From the seed came the tree. Such is the nature of things. The tree will grow, the apple will be eaten, but not forgotten. Such is the way of life.
My undying support to you and yours, in this time, and for always...
Colin Trala
September 28, 2006
I'm terribly sorry this has happened to you. I'm sure wherever he is, he's happy.
-May Homestar Run
Colin T
Kim Wilkie
August 28, 2006
To the Chapman Family,
From what I know, Don was a strong, supporting and caring father and husband.
I'm just another Homestar Runner fan, but I feel saddened by Don's passing. You're all in my prayers.
Laughing along with Homestar and the gang is the best I can do to appreciate Don, for he encouraged Mike and Matt.
Take care,
Alex M.
August 9, 2006
Dear Chapmans,
I have an obsession with Homestar, and my family, friends, and I send our deepest thanks to Don for bringing joy into the lives of so many people.
He was very suppportive, caring, and was a hero to many. I hope that you are all okay, and I hope this whole section of messages from fans and friends who really care helps ease the pain for you.
Best wishes-
Alex, a girl, and a huge fan. May Strong Dad rest in peace.
Kevan H
July 27, 2006
To the Chapmans,
I am so sorry for you loss. I am just another homestar fan wishing you well.
I will keep you in my prayers
Tracey Fountain
July 21, 2006
TBC and family, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I'm sure Strong Dad would be smiling to see how many people he'd never met care about him. Even though I've never met him either I can tell how special he was to everyone. You are all in my prayers. ~Tracey
Cheryl Furrow
July 12, 2006
Dear Chapman Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I am just another Homestar fan, and when I found out, I sent out a prayer for the brothers, and to the rest of the family. I hope you all are doing okay. Please know that everyone touched by the website feels the same. You are a very loved family! Take care.
Ryan Mead
July 4, 2006
Your sons are geniuses when it comes to offbeat Internet comedy. Thanks for bringing them into the world, and for all the joy and help you brought into their- and our- lives. Hoping there's lots of Fluffy Puff marshmallows and cold ones for you in heaven.
Jonathan Ball
July 1, 2006
To the Brothers,
What you and your family have accomplished on the internet is easily comparable with the Simpsons, Family Guy and any mainstream animation. You've kept it wholesome and entertaining in a day-and-age where that's nearly unheard of.
You are very fortunate to have had a supporting father that helped you reach that goal when I'm sure many other fathers of that generation would have frowned on such a venture.
Keep the dream alive lads, in honour of your dad. Laughing with you is the best we all of us can show our appreciation.
To the whole family,
I'm very sorry for loss, Donald really must have been a character. Stay strong.
Mitch Lynn
July 1, 2006
My deepest condolences to Mr Chapman's family and to the loss of such genius.
His work shall live on and I feel for you all and wish all the best.
Chris Olson
June 29, 2006
Sup, chaps. You guys dont know me, but im a great fan of homestarrunner. im 14 years old. senor cardgage made me laugh.
Joshua & Laura Regal
June 29, 2006
We love you so much, Life is so tough sometimes and it's people like the Chapman's that makes it worth living!!!
Doug Graham
June 28, 2006
On behalf of the hundreds of thousands of HSR fans worldwide, my deepest condolences on your loss.
Catherine
June 28, 2006
My condolences and sincerest thanks to the family Chaps for bring to the internet so much joy and humour.
Jeff F
June 26, 2006
My deepest sympathy, from what I could tell he was a man full of integrity, a rare feature this day and age.
Patrick Hirtle
June 23, 2006
To the Chapman family,
You have my deepest sympathies, and you will be in my heart and prayers.
I hope you find solace in the fact that Donald will never really be gone; the memory of your "StrongDad" will live on not only in your hearts, but in the hearts of the thousands and thousands across the entire planet whose days he helped to brighten.
Kaori
June 19, 2006
The internet at school (after blocks are down) Will never be the same... Many laughs were made because of homestar runner. Especially some of my random sayings come from the site.
Drew
June 19, 2006
I'm very sorry to hear about your loss... I know that Mr. Chapman was a very important part of his sons' lives both as a father and mentor in business. My deep condolences to you all.
Blaine Eubanks
June 19, 2006
Many thoughts and prayers for the Chapman family from a longtime Homestar Runner fan. God bless.
Sheena Zadai
June 16, 2006
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Brian Stork
June 14, 2006
Deepest Condolences. Our hearts go out to your whole family.
Dan S
June 12, 2006
To the Brothers Chaps and Family,
I do not know one person who was really not known at all by so many people yet will be so missed by those people. May he rest in peace.
David Boeser
June 5, 2006
Chapman family,
It must be a hard time for you right now. I have loved Homestar Runner ever since early 2003, and I thank you all for the years of entertainment you've provided.
Michael March
May 29, 2006
The Chapman family,
I hope I can serve my two boys half as well your your father served his children.
A huge fan--- Mike
Matthew Kremske
May 18, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
REd OG
May 17, 2006
Fair well Strongdad, the internet will never be the same.
John Hartman
May 15, 2006
Your father was a great man.He helped bring happiness to people across from west to east.Not many people can mantain such a great status.I know also what it is like to lose one who is dear to you.I wish you all in your family great joy as soon great moments will come to you.
Christian Vieira
May 8, 2006
May God bring you comfort and blessings in these sad times, know that all things work together for good to those who love God. Trust in God's grace and know that your father is in God's care.
Steve Croce
May 7, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jim Eldridge
May 5, 2006
Harriet,
I pray that heaven's own comfort will sustain you in the days ahead. Please know that you and your children are in our thoughts and prayers daily. It has brought joy to my own heart to read the tributes from around the Homestar world. God Bless,
The Xerox GePC Team
May 5, 2006
Please accept our condolences. Homestar Runner was a bright spot in an otherwise dreary work environment.
Christopher
May 5, 2006
With sorrow, Thank you for the laughter.
William S
May 4, 2006
Although I did not know Mr. Chapman personally, I was a fan of the work him and his children generously published to brighten the lives of others and provide endless smiles to the world. His legacy will live on in his children, and may they know we all mourn with them. God bless.
Jessica Greivell
May 4, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss.
Jeff Dunlap
May 3, 2006
Rip to the heart and soul of someone who helped bring so much amusement and laughter to so many people everywhere. Our condolences are with you brother chaps and the rest of the family :(
may he rest in piece.
kelly
May 3, 2006
Matt,
I am so sad to hear of your father's passing. I know however that you will never forget how lucky you are to have had such a wonderful man guide and accompany you through your life for so long. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Andrew
May 3, 2006
Condolences from Melbourne, Australia.
Graham Spice
May 3, 2006
It appears that he loved every minute of it, just as we have. Thinking of you on this day.
Randy Ross
May 3, 2006
Sorry for your loss. May the memories and good times live on in his name.
Arthur Times
May 3, 2006
As a fan of homestarrunner I can only say I'm saddened by your loss
Pete Proctor
May 3, 2006
Its all to often we dont thank those who have impacted our lives. HomeStarRunner has been a part of the humor that has often lifted me as my days were too busy with the business of life and work, we all to often dont take time to smile and a few minutes checking the "E-Mails" was sure to put me back in a mood to be a lovable, kind, aproachable human. Thanks for the hard work, dedication, and character.
Anthony Powell
May 3, 2006
I hope Homestar and the gang know our thougts and prayers are with you all.
Rock The
May 3, 2006
Spidy Tingly Powers!
Rahul Gilani
May 3, 2006
From the members of Wrankmusic We offer our condolences and our prayers.
Michael Calderin
May 3, 2006
Heartfelt condolences and best wishes.
Jorge Ibarra
May 3, 2006
Im sorry to hear of your dads passing my best wishes to you guy and your faimly...
Adam Gray
May 3, 2006
RIP StrongDad
You will be missed.
Alex Langille
May 3, 2006
Rest in peace Don Chapman. My condelences to the Chapman family, Very Sorry for your Lost
Chad D
May 3, 2006
Sorry to hear of your lost i hope all the best for you.
Juan Miller
May 3, 2006
I hope you can draw strength from the knowledge that many people are thinking of you at this painful time.
Ruben van Wijnen
May 3, 2006
R.I.P.
Mark Christian
May 3, 2006
Bye Strong Dad.
Tory Trone
May 3, 2006
My sincerest condolence to all the Chapmans and family.
Richard Milloy
May 3, 2006
So Sorry for your loss.
thanks for the so many laughs
Mr Ed
May 3, 2006
Donald Chapman lives on through his children. Although it is hard to be upbeat in this time of sorrow, it is important to think about the life of this man and how he has helped you get to where you are today.
BALEATED
R.I.P.
Joe Birdwell
May 3, 2006
I only chatted with the Strong Dad once, but when I did he was very proud of his sons and I am sure he still is. I am sorry for your family's loss.
Erik Rader
May 3, 2006
Dear Friends,
Condolences to you in this sad time. I feel certain that he is someplace full of light, looking down on us all and laughing. Hopefully with us and not at us.
Much peace,
Matthew Underbrink
May 3, 2006
So sorry for your loss Matt and Mike. Take some time with your family. My heart and prayers go out to you.
Jason
May 3, 2006
My father died of cancer this past July. Since then, Homestar, Strong Bad, The Cheat and all the rest of the gang have made many days better for me. Your dad and your family are in my thoughts. Please know that he helped make many people really happy.
Jonathan
May 3, 2006
Hi, I'm another internet fan of the sons' work. I, too, lost my dad at age 66 this year. It is far too young, but then again, any age would be. I hope that in this difficult time you are surrounded by family and friends. I know your dad would be proud of you.
Jim Nowlin
May 3, 2006
I'm so sorry to learn the news. From what I know of him he was a great man & I would have been proud to have him as my own father. Good luck & be well, Chapman family.
Christopher Jordan
May 3, 2006
My sympathies and prayers to the family in their time of sorrow. Take comfort in the fact that Mr. Chapman contributed so much in mine and my friends lives. What an amazing thing to leave such a lasting mark to so many people. God Bless.
Kevin Gould
May 3, 2006
I'm very sorry for your loss. I'm sure your father was very proud of your creative accomplishments, and you had the fantastic opportunity to work with him for years side by side - few children have the opportunity to get that much quality time in with their parents.
candle gaffney
May 3, 2006
There's not much I can say except: my condolensces, and may your family have strength during the days to come. For all the happiness the HSR site has given me, may you find that happiness now, somehow, or at least solace and peace.
Stephen Done
May 3, 2006
So sorry to hear about this. Sincerest condolences to the whole family.
Dan Kozlowski
May 2, 2006
The loss of a loved one is hard blow, I want you to know that you have an entire community that cares for you all. God bless.
Katherine K.
May 2, 2006
My heart goes out to you guys. He's in a better place and is smiling down on all of us. I only know of him through his legacy with his sons on Homestar Runner.
I want to pay my respects to the people that bring great joy into my life. in this sad time, my prayers are with you.
khlae
May 2, 2006
thats really an unfortunate turn of events.
however it is the unevitable, so have fun enjoy life, make flash and read sbemails.
May 2, 2006
So sorry about your loss. May he rest in peace.
Sincerely,
C
May 2, 2006
I'm sorry to hear about your loss.
Paul Nicosia
May 2, 2006
I am greatly grieved to hear of your terrible loss. He must have been a great man to bring up such wonderful children. You're in my prayers, all of you.
Nevin Werner
May 2, 2006
My sympathies to the Chapman family for the loss of a brilliant and wonderful man. Mr. Chapman was the creator of one of my most favorite and treasured animation series. I truely wish the Chapman family happiness and prosperity .
Adrian
May 2, 2006
Rest in Peace, you did a great JORB!
Chuck Collinge
May 2, 2006
May he Rest In Piece. he must have been a wonderful person
Michael Martin
May 2, 2006
Donald Chapman has brought hapinness to many people he never even knew and for that I am forever grateful, he truly is an inspiration.
Trevor Griffin
May 2, 2006
The best to the entire family during this tough time. Thanks for bringing laughter to us all...you will be sorely missed.
John Annis
May 2, 2006
Strong Dad
You will be greatly missed. From all of us homestarrunner fans we will greatly miss the inspiration you brought to a truely beloved source of entertainment.
To the family know that you are in all of our thoughts and prayers. May god be with you in this difficult time.
Nimajus Bagdonavicius
May 2, 2006
It is sad that I only found out about his life after his death, however that does not minimize my ability to honor his life.
Hayden Dirr
May 2, 2006
I'm am deeply sorry for your loss guys. I've lost both of my granfathers in a year so I can attest to your loss. I hope to you the greatest of support.
Everyone at my school who loves your website feels deep sorrow for you.
Shane Maru
May 2, 2006
I'm sorry for the lost of Donald Chapman, I have been watching strong bad for ages now. I hope all the best for his friends and family!
Donald Gilbert
May 2, 2006
I'm very sorry about your loss, I have been a big fan of your work for a while now, and I hope you all pull through ok.
Jeffrey and Kristin Morgan
May 2, 2006
I wanted to stop and say that my wife and I regularly enjoy the world of Homestar and crew. They bring joy to our lives. Our thoughts are with you right now and we wish you well. Peace.
Séamus Hanly
May 2, 2006
RIP Donald "Strong Dad" Chapman
Ninjaman
April 30, 2006
Wow. This darn near ruined my weekend. I am very sorry for your loss, guys. Matt and Mike, you guys take a good, long break. You need it.
Chris Strong
April 28, 2006
I am so very sorry for your loss. I have been a fan of his sons for a long time. I am sure that he is looking down on his family and is very happy.
Ashley Wool
April 28, 2006
TBC and family,
We Wiki kids love you and are praying for you and your family and friends during this difficult time. I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Don "Strong Dad" Chapman! I raise my glass of melonade to his life, and hope that there are, in fact, enough Twinkies in heaven. Much love and sympathy always,
-Ashley
Yadaman
April 27, 2006
I just found out about this, and now I see why the website went on hiatus... I pine for thee, Don Chapman... This is a great time of loss...
- In Memoriam -
Don Chapman
Charlotte Fletcher
April 26, 2006
Rest in peace Don Chapman. My condelences to the Chapman family I hope you take the time out you need and remember all the great things he did for you. He will be missed. Bless you all.
David Allen of StrongFans.com
April 24, 2006
Dear Harriet and The Brothers Chaps,
I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your husband and father. On behalf of all the moderators and admins in StrongFans, we wish that Donald Chapman will rest in peace.
Arran Garside - Plastique from H*R Wiki
April 24, 2006
I can't believe he's dead. Strong Dad is dead... the one who brought Marshmallow's Last Stand back. Well, a terrible loss, but I must say good job to Mike and Matt, even after this loss, Thy Dungeonman 3! Take a break, I'm sure everyone will understand.
R.I.P. Strong Dad
Liz Stephens
April 24, 2006
My heart goes out to the Chapman family.
Lawrence Runacres
April 24, 2006
My most heartfelt condolences to the entire Chapman family. The character of a man is reflected in the family he builds, and this is how people all over the world know that Don Chapman was a great man.
Nintendogs123 [Rachel Hurst] from HRWiki
April 23, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mike and Matt obviously loved Don, as he is the "Heart and soul of Homestarrunner". We understand if you guys take time off of the site. Take as long as you want. I know how hard grief can be on you and your family.
H-ko
April 22, 2006
Dear family and friends of Strong Dad--my condolences on your loss. Your loss, though, is Heaven's gain. Rest well, Strong Dad; you will live on in the hearts and minds of those you have left behind.
April 22, 2006
I did not ever come face-to-face with Don, or anyone related to him for that matter. But just seeing how much his sons loved him, and how he raised them into legends, I realize what a great man Don must have been. My heart goes out to Mike and Matt. Take as long as you want, guys.
FireV from the H*R Wiki
April 22, 2006
It must be very painful for you to lose your father and husband. I bid you good fortune, Chapman family, and feel free to take as long as you want from the website.
Jesse Bowen of the HRWiki.
April 22, 2006
I'm sorry. I can't think of any words to say, because i've never lost my father.
I'm Sorry.
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