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1936

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2022

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HENRY CHAPMAN Obituary

HENRY CHAPMAN, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022. He was born July 15, 1936 in Marion, Ala. Henry was an avid sports fan and an alumnus of North Side High School where he achieved great acclaim at several sports. He worked many years at, and retired from, International Harvester. Henry leaves to cherish his memory his daughters, Cynthia (Derrick) Moore and Rosalynn Kolagbodi; son, John F. Chapman; five grandchildren; sisters, Lucille (Eugene) Matthews and Mamie Charlton; brother, Clarence Stokes; and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral service is noon Friday, Nov. 18, 2022, at Redemption Church of Fort Wayne, 3333 E. Tillman Road, with Wake from 10 a.m. to noon. Burial to follow at Concordia Cemetery Gardens. Arrangements entrusted to FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Nov. 13, 2022.

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helen burton-martin

November 17, 2022

My deepest sympathy, condolences, grew up with Henry, rest easy Henry, much lv and prayers to family.

THE CHAPMAN FAMILY CIRCLE

November 16, 2022

Cousins, Lucille, Eugene,Desiree,Deontrai, Rosalynn , Clarence, Cindy, John ,Michael, Sheila, Bonita, Mamie,Derrick and Darrell, our hearts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Once again our FATHER GOD has decided to pick another beautiful soul from our Family to transition over into eternity. We thank GOD for the times we shared with Henry. We loved Cousin Henry and he loved his Family. He touched many lives and will be missed by many. We pray that GOD blesses each of us with the comfort and strength needed during this time of sorrow. As we remember our special times with Henry, he lives on in our hearts. No more pain, no more suffering Cousin Henry Chapman , may your soul Rest In Peace.

Gladys Datcher Steen

November 13, 2022

So sorry to hear of Henry's passing. I knew him for many years while living in Fort Wayne. He was a great presence and a good influence in the life of my 3 children, we all loved him. After leaving Indiana we remained friends .His death hurts, he was a wonderful person and now he is with our maker and the angels with no pain or sorrow. Rest in peace Henry, we will always remember you with love!! Hold on to your memories family... I am sure you have many to make you smile.

Jordan

November 13, 2022

I'll miss you papa. Thank you for loving me.
Love you
Jojo

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Wake

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Redemption Church of Fort Wayne

3333 E. Tillman Road, Fort Wayne, IN

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18

Funeral service

12:00 p.m.

Redemption Church of Fort Wayne

3333 E. Tillman Road, Fort Wayne, IN

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