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Published by Legacy Remembers from Sep. 22 to Sep. 23, 2004.

CHATMAN
FRANK CARNELLE
Unexpectedly, on September 20, 2004; beloved husband of Jimayne L. Barr-Chatman; father of London and Anthony; son of the late Joseph and Lula Mae Chatman; brother of Donna Moore, Joanne Simonson and Michael Chatman; uncle of Kuanza, Khalilah, Kiam-Kia, Katika and Keri; also survived by one nephew and two great-nephews. Friends may call Fri. 4-8pm at WHITE MEMORIAL CHAPEL of POINT BREEZE, 7204 Thomas Blvd., at Homewood Ave. Funeral Ceremony Sat. 11am in St. Mark AME Church, 1400 Montier St., Wilkinsburg. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
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Khalilah M.

September 16, 2023

Dear Uncle Frank,

Here it is 19 years later and I´m still missing you. Wishing you were and it´s so unfair that you´re gone. On behalf of your brother , sisters and niece/nephews: We love and miss you always.

Joseph Chatman

April 29, 2020

This is Frank son I wish I got to spend more time with you

Brandon Smithson

September 17, 2018

Chat 14 years later and it still feels like yesterday... They day this happened I was 13 and at 27 I still think about you all the time .... GATOR FOR LIFE... you stuck by my side and believed in me... You never let me miss football practice or a football game, the dedication you had for everybody was unbelievable and you will forever be missed... Continue to rest in peace

LaVerne Holliday

October 12, 2004

Frank was a light to the many communities that he served. His presence will be fondly missed.

LaVerne Holliday - Second East Hills

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Carol Garnett

October 8, 2004

My prayers are with the family of Frank Chatman. He was such a positive role model for the children at East Hills ISA. I thank God for sharing him with us. May God Bless You and Keep You.

Ernestine Taylor

September 28, 2004

Donna & Family,

I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. You are in our prayers. I know you are holding to "God's unchanging hand and that he doesn't give you more than you can bear."

God Bless each of you.

Love,

Ernestine, Paul, Apaulo & Dorian Taylor

AFRECA HICKS

September 28, 2004

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE INTERMEDIATE FAMILY. TO MY BIG CUZ FRANK I LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU MUCH. R.I.P.

LOVE ALWAYS AF,TEE,AND NUPPIE

Marcia Black

September 27, 2004

Frank will be missed by everyone. My sympathy to His brother, sister and his beautiful nieces and nephews.He has touched the lives of so many children and I pray they grow up to be great role models from his influences.

Janet and Donald , Renee' Irvin

September 26, 2004

Chat, May God Be With You and Your Family , We will miss you

Levon Livingston

September 26, 2004

To the family of Frank Chatman,

You have my deepest sympathy.

Frank and I were fraternity brothers who always enjoyed a good laugh. I will miss him.

Robert (the Murph) Randall

September 26, 2004

To the family,

I was a friend of Frank's for a long time. I will truly miss him. You have my deepest sympathy.

Lesley Cousar

September 26, 2004

To the family of Frank Chatman,

We workred wtih Frank at Shuman Center and he always had a smile for everyone.We will miss his bright personality and his caring ways. You have our deepest sympathy and all our prayers.

Ruthie Walker

September 25, 2004

To The Family of Frank Chatman: I've had the pleasure of knowing & working with Frank for the past 10yrs. Please know that your family is forever in my prayers. The loss of Frank is a GREAT LOSS to the entire COMMUNITY.

Beth Barsh

September 25, 2004

Frank,

Your Earthly Light is temporarily extinguished, but your Eternal Light will live on in us who were priviledged to know you. Hope, Love, Joy, and Caring lives on in your memory-despite our grief, we know you are still with us. God's love embraces all.

Dionnea Watkins

September 24, 2004

Dear Chatman Family, I'm very sorry for your loss and our family will miss him as well. Chat was a wonderful man in the community and at Reizenstein. You as family and we as friends can keep him with us everyday by remember the good times.

With Sympathy, Melvin, Dionnea (Pgh Board employee), Morgan and Britt (plays football for Wilkinsburg Bees)Watkins

Dyann Cleveland

September 24, 2004

Chat

I would like to say thanks to you on behalf of my family. You have always been there for us no matter what the circumstances,good or bad, you was always there, your love and kindness will never be forgotten. You will be truly missed in the hood(E.H.P.). I love you Chat and will truly miss you. You are truly one of GOD'S SOLDIER'S.

Stacey & Elmer Richardson

September 24, 2004

We are so sad to hear the news of Frank's passing. We want to extend our deepest sympathies to Jimayne, London, and Anthony. You were the light of his life and he'll always be with you. Anything we can do for you let us know. Go Elliott!!!! Stacey, Elmer, Tommy, Cass, Tanner and Becca Richardson.

Maurice & Eunice Boyd

September 24, 2004

Donna and Family,

There are no words in time of sorrow. Please know that much love and many prayers go out to you and your family. May you find the strength and courage in God as you move forward during these difficult times.

Once again, God has received an angel. Love you guys.

Kristen King

September 24, 2004

To the family of Frank Chatman: I am praying for your family and your loss. I would like to say thank you to Chat because he was there for me and the rest of the kids in East Hills through Reizenstein, Allderdice and beyond. His advice was always needed and right on time. Rest in peace Chat and God bless you and your family

Shep Sr. & Dionne Womack

September 24, 2004

We are so sorry for your sudden loss. You have our deepest sympthy. He will be truely missed. London and Anthony stay strong he will always be with you. Much Love, Shep Sr., Dionne, Shan, Shayla, Shep Jr.,and Shaina.GATORS 4 LIFE!

Daryl Givner

September 24, 2004

To the family of Frank Chatman, I extend my deepest sympathies. He will be truly missed for all the great deeds that he has done. His committment to Project Impact during the trying times will never be forgotten and will always be acknowledged. God bless you all.

Brandi Adams

September 24, 2004

Chat,

You are greatly missed. I will definitely miss seeing you in Reizenstein and all over the community. Much Love

Terrance Levels

September 24, 2004

Chatman Will be greatley missed. He was a great advocate for the youth in the East End Communtiy.

jahmar younger

September 24, 2004

Mr.chatmen i will miss u. London am sorry for your lose am hear for u ok. Just keep your head up. Love Chat Rest In Peace We love u dearly You will always be in our hearts

shaylan taylor

September 24, 2004

Mr.Chatmen

I will miss u very much. I can't believe your gone you were like a father to me in middle school. Everytime i was in trouble u were there to get me out of it. London i will always be there for you keep your head up your family needs you more then anything now i love u sister call me if u need me. Mr.chatmen you were the nicest person i ever met.You will always be in my heart.Love you chat my repects are to the family and friends of the wonderful man Mr.Chatmen. He Loves y'll deeply. R I P Mr.Chatmen i will miss u.

Love Always

Shaylan Taylor

shaylan taylor

September 24, 2004

Mr.Chatmen I will miss u very much u was like a dad in middle school. Everytime i was in trouble u was always there. And london u know that i will always be there if u need me i love u and keep your head up. R I P Mr.Chatmen I will miss u very much u will always be in my heart.

garfield gator

September 24, 2004

Coach Chat you will be sadly missed by all the Garfield Gators, but never forgotten...London and Anthony will be taken care of for life

Kim Denise Barnes

September 24, 2004

To Michael and Family,

My deepest sympathy to you and the family...May God comfort and be with you at this time.

Marc Pryor

September 24, 2004

Chat was a great inspiration in my life. Every time I was in the hallways at Reizenstein when i wasn't supposed to he would say get to class. That might not be important to anybody esle but it ment alot to me. But you'll be missed man but it isn't a bye its I'll see you later. Love you man

Marc Pryor

Reizenstein Security Safety Division

September 24, 2004

Chat you know we all will miss you deeply you were always there to help us out.Reizenstein will not be the same without you,May God bless you and your family. Officers P.Robinson, D.Givner, D.Davis, B.Avery, R.Clark, L.Roebuck, J.Mclain

Jo-Ann Simonson

September 23, 2004

Frank,

Thank you for being a real Black Man, a "Stand-up Guy", a mentor and friend, for me, Jomel and Melynne, and so many others. We miss you. Love you always...

Lil Sis

Jo

Damon Still II

September 23, 2004

Dear Uncle Frank,

I miss you. Tell Ganne I said "Hi" and I Love you.

Love Always,

Moo

SHEREE WILLIAMS

September 23, 2004

My deepest sympathy is extended out to LONDON and her family. LONDON you know I am Always her for you no matter what. I will be there to talk when you need and you can tell me anything when ever you need to pray or talk just ask me. God is there to comfort you in your time of grieving remeber JESUS LOVES YOU AND SO DO I WHEN YOU GET WEEK GOD MAKES YOU STRONG!!! God' got it I'll be praying

Bill & Barbara Knight-Scott

September 23, 2004

To the family of Frank Chatman. May God Bless you and comfort you in your time of mourning. We haven't been in contact with Frank in a while but we send our deepest sympathy to your love ones. My the Lord watch over you and keep you.

Khalilah Moore

September 23, 2004

Dear Uncle Frank,

This is a shock to all of us who love you & hold you close to our hearts. Thank you for being such a great role model to me & my sisters. I pray you are at peace & reunited with Gann, Granddad & Mr. Kenny. I love you tremendously & will certainly miss you. See you when I get there............

Your second born niece,

Khalilah "Ki" Moore.

Donna Moore

September 23, 2004

Dear Frankie,

I love you and miss you. You've left an even bigger hole in my heart. I hope to see you, Mommy, and Daddy on the otherside one day, Lord Willing.

Love Forever,

Your Big Sis Boot

Keri Moore

September 23, 2004

Uncle Frank,

I miss you very much and it's very hard to except the fact that you our gone. Tell Ganne we miss her And give her lots of hugs and kisses for us.

Love always,

Keri "boowee" Moore

Kuanza Moore

September 23, 2004

What's up ACE ? You know I Love you and will miss you very much. Thanks for being my uncle. Love ya, Ku

Ann Morgan

September 23, 2004

To the Chatman Family " Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.(John 14:1) Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.( John 14:27)

Sean Green

September 23, 2004

Mr. Chatman made a big impact on a lot of people's lives including mine. He was a leader to all of us. Mr. Chatman will sincerely be missed. He was a great guider, teacher and overall person. To London, I am always here for you sis. If you need anything I will be there to help you. I love you.

Darryl Clark

September 23, 2004

To Michael and Family, Words cannot express the sadness and shock I felt when I heard of Frank's passing.I've known Frank all of my life ,graduated in the same class from W.S.H.May God be with you in this rough time on behalf of the Clark Family, please accept our

deepest sympathy. I'll miss you Frank ........."D"

Kia Moore

September 23, 2004

Uncle Frank, I love you and I am going to miss you so much.

Natalie Bryant

September 23, 2004

We are all spiritual beings having a temporary experience on earth. God has purpose for us all and Chat fullfilled his purpose. He raised and loved many of our children, he was there for us at times we needed him most. His body is gone but his spirit and our memories of him will always be with us. Chat said "MAY PEACE BE WITH YOU AND THE CREATOR BE ON YOUR SIDE." I thank God for him and will always and forever love Frank Chatman.

GATORS 4 LIFE

Mary Clark

September 23, 2004

To the family of Frank.

I met Frank in 1994 we both worked at 2nd East Hills Social Services. He was working with children then.

The last time I seen Frank he was on the football field with his team(The Gators). It should be some consolation to you to know that everyone who knew Frank admired and respected him. there are many in this community who will never forget him

God Bless you! mary Clark

Mary Clark

September 23, 2004

Florence Gandy

Words can't express the shock and grief at the sad news. I know how great your sorrow must be, it was a great shock to hear of Frank's death I know that nothing I can say will help you, but I want you to know you have my heartfelt sympathy

God Bless you

Mary Clark

Joyce Washington

September 23, 2004

Coach Chat-you will be truly missed.The Swamp won't be the same without you.You will never be forgotten.My sons Tevin & LJ will remember you as the nice Gator Coach.May God watch over your family and loved ones at this time.You will always be in our thoughts forever.

Kim Flurry

September 23, 2004

Frankie you will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to your loved ones. I will especially miss your off the cuff humor that always made me laugh.

andrew lucious

September 23, 2004

To london i am very sorry for your loss and i morn for you i understand that you are going through something tough and if you ever need to talk i am just a phone call away always remember you have friends and family that support you remember you are never alone.

marlene kirkland

September 23, 2004

we will miss you!!!!! much love

Evelyn English

September 23, 2004

The Family of Frank Chatman

If only I knew what to say to comfort you! But words cannot say what is in my heart, nor tell you how deeply I feel for you in your sorrow. My thoughts are with now, and I send you my deepest sympathy,

May God be with you.

Evelyn English

KaTorie Brewer

September 23, 2004

To Mr. Chatman and his family...

You always knew just what to say. We will miss you so much and I loved having you as a guide at Reizenstein. You taught us a lot. We love you and miss you...

Renee Giles

September 23, 2004

Frankie, As tears roll down my face, God willing that they can be used to help you water the gardens in Heaven, because I know that's where you are. As I think of the fun times we spent together growing up, you made being cousins something special. You have and always will hold a special place in my heart. Love and peace be with your spirit.

The City High Chorus

September 23, 2004

To the family and friends of Frank Chatman:

We, the members of the City High Chorus would like to send our sympathy and regrets out to the family, especially London Barr. Several of us were impacted by Mr. Chatman inside and outside of Reizenstein. He will be deeply missed.

WE LOVE YOU LONDON!!!

maurice johnson

September 23, 2004

chat you are a good man thank you for all you done for me you will always be in my heart and on my mind you will never be forgotten

GATOR FOR LIFE BULKY REECE

MONIQUE GREENE

September 23, 2004

DEAR LONNDON. I CAN'T BEGAIN TO TELL YOU HOW SORRY IAM FOR YOUR LOSE. KEEP THE FAITH AND GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU. WHATCH OVER YOUR BROTHER HE WILL NEED YOU MORE THAN EVER NOW.

Charlotte Fong

September 23, 2004

My prayers are with your family at this time. You will certainly be missed at Reizenstein.

STACEY RAFFERTY

September 23, 2004

CHAT WE WILL MISS YOU AND YOUR SENSE OF HUMOR.I KNOW YOU WILL REST IN PEACE NOW; GO WITH GOD AND WHATCH OVER THE ONE'S WHO LOVED YOU THE MOST.

Cookie Floyd

September 23, 2004

You were a great man here on earth, now you will always be a mighty angel in heaven. My prayers go out to the family, remeber GOD is with you, no matter how hard it is,GOD will help you through this.

Robert "Duke" Singleton

September 23, 2004

NOT EVER GONE...JUST MOVED ON!

UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN MY FRIEND.

LOVE AND PEACE ALWAYS. DUKE

Kathy Moser

September 23, 2004

Chat, you were a pillar to Reizenstein and every community that you touched. It was a great honor and pleasure to have you be a part of our lives. Vikki and I send our heartfelt sympathies to your family and friends. So many people will miss your humor, guidance and support. You will be greatly missed by all, and will always be in our hearts. We love you Chat!

pamela robinson

September 23, 2004

Chat I have had the pleasure of working with you side by side for the past three years at Reizenstein Middle Schooland you cant not even understand how devasted Iwas when Icame to work on monday morning and they told me you were gone.Ionly pray that you will know how much Iwill miss you and there is an emptiness in House B and the entire school that will never be replaced by the void you have left. I will try to hold it down the best I can in House B.with what I got May God keep you in his loving care. OFFICER PAMELA D.ROBINSON

Carol Moye

September 22, 2004

To London and all of Frank's loved ones,

It was my pleasure to work with Frank at Reizenstein, and to have gotten to know him also as London's dad. Frank touched so many and was always one we could depend on. He will be sorely missed by many. Please know that we at City High are praying for you.

"Zeke" Roberts

September 22, 2004

Frank, I will miss you. I'll never stop loving you. Thanks so much for working with my sons.. Zeke & family

Deonta "Yoshi" Mobley

September 22, 2004

You was always the best coach and will always be missed. we love you.

GATORS 4 LIFE

Kevin Gandy Sr.

September 22, 2004

Hey cuz. we will miss you but we never forget you. Our deepest sympathies to the family

Your Cousins Kevin Sr. and Victoria Gandy & Family

Jerri Gaskins

September 22, 2004

Frank will be greatly missed by both staff and students at Reizenstein. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss.

Zina , Rob Branch, Sewell

September 22, 2004

You will always have a speicial place in our hearts. Thanks for all the joy and happiness that you have brought to many youngsters hearts. Always showing much love for everyone and caring for the younger generation.

You will be greatly missed. Much love to you!!

Elayne Banks

September 22, 2004

The East Hills Community invites

all to a Memorial to CHAT on

Sunday at 5pm at the East Hills Park,It will begin with a healing

walk at 4pm. Frank you not only were a great coach but awonderful person.

Bob Jones

September 22, 2004

I know if we were dealing with anyone else you would be the one with the answers, because you always were the one who had them. Until we meet again. You will always be with us. Peace and Love! Your brother in the struggle!

MARKEE BERRAN

September 22, 2004

I WILL ALWAYS BE A GATOR FOR LIFE

WE WILL MISS YOU ALWAYS

STAY CHAT

MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS AND FOREVER WE KNOW YOU ARE AT PEACE

BEVIS

Phyllis Fisher

September 22, 2004

I didn't know Frank personally, but I know he had the greatest impact on the children at Reizenstein and the Garfield Gator Organization. He has touched many lives and now he is safe at home resting at GODs feet. You have instilled hope in our youth. May GOD Bless You & and your children!

Shawn Utterback

September 22, 2004

Chat,

Thanks for being in our lives, You've been such a Great influence on our Youth as well as the older ones. You'll be missed but never forgotten.

Diamond, Robyn, Nikki, Gramps, and Family

Michael L. Gay, Sr & Family

September 22, 2004

I really can't express everything you mean to everyone you've touched. You will always in my thoughts and prayers. From day one you were always a cool old dude. Til we meet again, you will always be a "GATOR 4 LIFE". I LOVE YOU

Don`te Williamson

September 22, 2004

Thank,s Pop,a for all the years you were their to rise me and my sister,and brother,s we love you and will miss you very much.

Love

DON`T,LASHAE,TONY,JUWAN.

ALICIA HORSLEY

September 22, 2004

CHAT YOU WILL BE MISSED REST IN PEACE THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DONE FOR THE KIDS YOU ONE OF THE BEST AND GOD BLESS YOU

Ron Roberts

September 22, 2004

We will miss you, you will always be in our heart.

Uncle Ron & Aunt Norma

LYNELL BARLOW

September 22, 2004

CHAT YOU ARE A GOOD FRIEND AND I ENJOY KNOWING YOU AND WORKING WITH YOU I WILL MISS YOU AND I WANT YOU TO KNOW YOU WILL BE MISSED AND YOU WERE AND GREAT FRIEND TO ALL WHO KNEW YOU

YOU WILL BE MISSED MUDDY

RICK STALLWORTH SR

September 22, 2004

THANKS FOR BEING A GREAT FRIEND TO MY FAMILY YOUR A GREAT MAN AND IM GLAD MY CHILDREN GOT THE CHANCE TO KNOW YOU AND TO KNOW WHAT A GREAT PERSON YOU ARE YOU FRIEDSHIP WILL BE MISSED

RICK STALLWORTH SR

HOPE RENAE BARFIELD

September 22, 2004

CHAT YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN THERE FOR ME AND I KNOW YOU ALWATS WILL I LOVE YOU CHAT AND ALWAYS WILL YOU

AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART

LOVE ALWAYS HOPE RENAE

Trevor Williams

September 22, 2004

Chap you touch so many young men lifes over the years you will be missed......

Pat Oliver

September 22, 2004

Frank, You are so loved by my family. Thank you for your tremedous and unconditional friendship. we will miss you but we'll never forget you. May God keep you in his arms forever.

Much Love to you Chat!!

SHEILA BARFIELD

September 22, 2004

CHAT YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS AND ON OUR MINDS YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW YOU

MAURICE WILLIAMSON

September 22, 2004

REST IN PEACE AND YOU WILL FOREVER BE MISSED WE LOVE YOU CHAT

LATESHA BARFIELD

September 22, 2004

THANKS FOR ALL YOU DONE FOR US AND BEING SUCH A GOOD PERSON TO ME YOU ARE ONE OF THE GREAT ONES AND I KNOW YOU WILL STILL BE WATCHING OVER US YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN AN ANGEL SENT FROM UP ABOVE

THANKS CHAT

Devon Taliaferro

September 22, 2004

My Unconditional Love and Support go out to the family of Mr. Chatman, may God bless you and keep you!!!

RICKY STALLWORTH

September 22, 2004

THANKS FOR BEING A GREAT COACH AND A GOOD FRIEND YOUR ADVISE HAS ALWAYS BEEN RIGHT EVEN WHEN I DIDNT WANT TO HEAR IT THANKS CHAT YOU WILL

BE MISSED

Nancy Souilliard

September 22, 2004

It is hard to imagine coming in to work and not see Frank in the halls. He had a connection with our students at Reizenstein that was wonderful. I have only known him for 1 year but he will be greatly missed. My prayers go out to him and his family. Nancy Souilliard

Joe Bowser

September 22, 2004

Chat, you have touched so many lifes, both young and old, and your efforts with our youth will live on forever! Our God has taken his soldier home.

Ellen Sandidge

September 22, 2004

Please accept my sincerest sympathy for your loss. I hope that the feeble attempts that we can make as friends and acquaintances of Frank's in some small measure will bring some comfort to you. God bless you and keep you in the hollow of His hands.

sheila barfield

September 22, 2004

we will always love you and remeber

you in our hearts forever and we know you will always shine and look down on us with that smile of yours thank you for giving us you time your friendship and your love god bless you as you up there with tupac dont forget to have him sing your song and we will always be strong

renee powell

September 22, 2004

I am sorry for your loss. He was a great coach for the Garfield Gator Organization. I have only been with the organization for three years but I have great respect for Mr. Chapman. I wish you all the strength and support through this time of need. May god bless you all.

Detria Dixon

September 22, 2004

May God be with you all.

Detria Dixon & Family

Melissa Munnell

September 22, 2004

I am deeply sorry for your loss at this time in your lives. I cannot express how wonderful it was to work with Frank at Reizenstein MIddle School. He always made me feel welcome and needed. My deepest condolences are extended to your family.

Lisa Dixon-Gee

September 22, 2004

Thanks for giving us a chance to be a part of your life. Love you and you wll be missed greatly.

Lisa Dixon-Gee

September 22, 2004

Love you and you will be missed. You were a part of all our lives.

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