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Paul Wesley Chapman Jr.

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Paul Chapman Obituary

Paul Wesley Chapman, Jr., 56, of Naperville, IL, died Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008. Survivors include his mother, Bess A. Chapman of Macon, GA; brother, Stephen A. Chapman (Geri) of Burr Ridge, IL; nephew, Dustin Chapman (Elizabeth) of Phoenix, AZ; niece, MacKenzie Anne Chapman of Chicago; cousin, Chester A. Lowe, Jr. (June) of Warner Robins, GA. Mr. Chapman was a graduate of Georgia Tech and received a MBA from the University of Detroit. He was an engineer, retired from Lucent Technologies. Mr. Chapman was a veteran of the United States Army, serving as a First Lieutenant. A former member of Cherokee Heights Baptist Church in Macon, he was predeceased by his father, Paul Wesley Chapman, Sr. of Macon and by his grandparents, William B. and Evie Price Austin of Fort Valley. He was an avid golfer. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2008 at 2 p.m. in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Fort Valley, GA. The Reverend Mark Johnson will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the donor's favorite charity. Hart's Mortuary, Macon, GA has charge of arrangements.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 25, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Chapman

15 Entries

Dale Smith

June 28, 2008

I just heard about Paul's untimely passing, I am shocked and saddened. I had the pleasure of working with Paul at AT&T. His cubicle was next to mine and we joked and kidded every day. He was a sweet, gentle man who shared stories of going back to Georgia on vacation. He once told me that it never rained on a golf course, something I remember every time I pass one .. and I laugh!

I'm sorry that we lost touch when he left AT&T. He promised to contact me after he was settled but time passed and we never spoke again.

I can't believe he's gone...

Joanne Louis

February 7, 2008

My sympathy to Paul's Mother, family, and friends. I also work at EHFC and a day doesn't go by without someone still learning of Paul's passing. It is first met with shock and sadness, then kind words. It reminds us - tomorrow is never promised. May peace, strength, and memories sustain you thru the days ahead.

Ben Sandifer

February 4, 2008

My deepest sympathy to Paul's family. He and I were classmates at Pearl Stephens Elementary School and all through Lanier High School. I always remember his quiet confidence, always very smart but always willing to help those of us who weren't so smart. I had lost touch with Paul and am sorry to hear of his death.

John Szepelak

February 2, 2008

Chapman Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Paul was a great person and a great co worker. He will truly be missed here. I wish you the best and you are in my prayers.

Barb Long (Splon)

February 1, 2008

I'm so sorry to hear about Paul's death. He was such a wonderful person and I know he'll be missed. I had the pleasure of working with him for many years and we continued to keep in touch after I left EHFC. I remember how his eyes would light up when he talked about golfing, that is something I'll always remember about him. My thoughts are with you, his family.

Buffy Folise

January 31, 2008

Dear Chapman Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Paul. I have worked with Paul at the Fitness center for many years. Paul would always come visit us during lunch and talk to my son when he was little. Max knew Paul's name and when Paul would walk down the hall Max would say his name over and over again. I remember Paul would smile and laugh everytime Max said his name. He will be greatly missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Paul & Jeannie Bachner

January 30, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Paul Chapman. Jeannie and I knew Paul for only a few years as our superviser at EH&FC. He was well liked by all that worked with him. He was a gentle and respectful man. I will miss him!

Troy Morrison

January 27, 2008

Dear Chapman Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Paul. It was my pleasure having him as my supervisor for the past five years. I learned a lot from him about how to treat people. I enjoyed talking baseball with him; he showed passion for his team, the Atlanta Braves. I want to express my deepest condolences to all of you.

Liz Caver

January 27, 2008

I had the pleasure of working with Paul as my supervisor at Edward Fitness Center for a couple of years. He always treated me with respect and allowed me to do my job. I will miss him and I am glad to have had the opportunity to know him. My prayers will continue to be with the family.

Heather Wies

January 26, 2008

I was one of Paul's employees from '03-'06 and again since last Sept. He had pursued rehiring me and as he handed me my name badge said, "I saved it because I knew you'd be back!" I enjoyed the opportunity to work for him and will miss him. My family and I are so sorry for your loss.

Terry Ford

January 25, 2008

Mrs. Chapman and Steve,

I am so sorry to hear about Paul's death. He was my best friend growing up. I have wonderful memories of playing board games on summer mornings in your living room, playing football in your back yard, and playing baseball up on the dirt street.

Terry Ford

Paul (Lester) Bolden

January 25, 2008

Buddy and I grew up best freinds. We use to spend hours just fast-pitching a baseball trying to burn-up the other one's glove hand. The last time that we saw each other was at Christmas in the late 80's with "Deannie" and the gang at Aaron Smith's. Before I was married, Bud use to come down and stay with me in Jacksonville and we would head down to Daytona like we did in high school. I wished we had kept in touch later on, but I quess that we get busy with our own lives and time just passes. I still think of him often and all the good times that we had together. I will surely miss him.

Lester

Kathleen Nolan

January 25, 2008

My prayers go out to all of those whose lives were touched by Paul. Paul was a gentle, quiet soul. A man of few words, he would always say hello smiling at me with his standard "Kathleen, my queen" or a "Hey teach!" I will forever remember the way he talked incessantly about golf and his beloved Georgia. I enjoyed working for him. May his memory bring comfort to all in the days and months to follow.

Paul R. (Dick) Wagner

January 25, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to all the family. You are in our prayers.
Dick & Donna Wagner

Joe Smaha

January 25, 2008

Bess

Mother told me of the surprised death of your son and I wanted to express my concern for you and for Steve and Chester and all your love ones. It is very difficult to lose love ones especially a parent,spouse,son or daughter.

I hope that you will continue to have that zest for life and will to enjoy it to the fullest.

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