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Earlene Alice Chapman

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Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors - Denton

2025 West University

Denton, Texas

Earlene Chapman Obituary

Name: Visitation for Earlene Alice Chapman
Start: 2023-01-13T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-01-14T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors - Denton

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.

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Published by Denton Record-Chronicle on Jan. 7, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Earlene Chapman

Sponsored by Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors - Denton.

14 Entries

Earnie Ray

February 2, 2023

My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return our loved ones . Psalms37 : the 29

Christopher & Nicole Rogers

January 21, 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 your heart was that way with everyone you crossed paths with. You have a incredible laugh a BEAUTIFUL-heart, and a love for all children. Your love for Richard and the children was unmatched. We would come in and out of our lives through the years and yet it was as if I spoke to you every single day. You have a incredible FAITH and loved God with all your heart and you truly lead by your example in everything you did in life.
Well done sweetheart, we all have a guardian Angel looking over us.
I know Earlene you knew how much I loved you.
Thank you for being a constant part of my life and to my family.
I am so sorry Richard and the family.

We love you so much
Nicole and Christopher Rogers xoxo

Jerry Chin

January 20, 2023

God loves you, Earlene. You are now singing with the angels.

Dyan (Ferreira) Wilcox

January 17, 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

Martha Ceja

January 13, 2023

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

Allen Morford

January 11, 2023

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 leaving won't change that, except that now our conversations will be COMPLETLY one-sided instead of just MOSTLY one-sided. Thanks again for all your words of comfort and advise. I will miss you deeply. But I will still hear from you because a piece of your HUGE heart will live on in mine until I too leave the bounds of earth. I love you Sis.

Susan Williamson

January 9, 2023

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.

Salena Hill

January 7, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Beth Pitts

January 7, 2023

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.

Pastor Ron MACCIOLA

January 7, 2023

Richard; I am so sorry to hear of Earlene`s passing. I have fond memories of you at Bethel Assembly of God in Fremont. Asking the Lord to comfort your heart during this time. Ron Macciola.

Dawn Atchariyakornchai

January 6, 2023

Can´t believe you are gone! Hope you are at peace. Be sure to say hi to my mom and dad ( you´re brother)! I will always be grateful to have had you as my aunt! Love you!

Bill DeBerry, Jr. & Andrew DeBerry

January 7, 2023

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Carole Scott

January 6, 2023

My condolences. I knew Earlene when she lived in California and we were both doing foster care. She could do any baby, no matter how fragile. So sorry to hear of her passing.

Sandra Grazian

January 6, 2023

Dear Richard & Family
We send our sincere love & condolences. We were very saddened to hear of your loss. Our comfort & hope is knowing your precious Earlene is in the presence of our Jesus. How wonderful to know one day we will all be reunited for eternity!
We reflect on many fond memories of being young couples raising our little children in Bethel. Please except our love & prayers.
In Jesus, Dave & Sandy Grazian
John 14:1-3

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