Lillian M. Hanchin Chapin

Lillian M. Hanchin Chapin obituary, Erie, PA

Lillian M. Hanchin Chapin

Lillian Hanchin Chapin Obituary

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Lillian M. Chapin, age 97, of Erie, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023 at Manchester Commons.
She was born in Forest City, PA on June 4, 1925, a daughter of the late Andrew & Julia Timko Hanchin.
Lillian was a 1944 graduate of Academy High School and along with her late husband Harry, owned and operated Chapin's Cut Rate for many years. She had also been a secretary at General Electric. Lillian was a member of Our Lady of Peace Church and a founding member of St. Jude's Catholic Church, where she volunteered in the school cafeteria, belonged to the Over 50 Club and Campfire Girls. She was also a member of Gannondale Auxiliary and an active volunteer for over 50 years with many organizations. She enjoyed crocheting, flower gardening, sewing and ceramics.
In addition to her parents and husband Harry, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Joseph and Andrew Hanchin.
She is survived by two daughters, Cheryl Devine and her husband Robert of Girard and Kimberly Skadhauge and her husband Scott of Fairview; four grandchildren, Erin Devine and her husband Dr. Sanjiv Gollakota of Indianapolis, IN, Meghan Devine and her husband Matthew of Seattle, WA, Lindsay Skadhauge of Edinboro and Erik Skadhauge of Madison, WI; three great-grandchildren, Colin and Ellie Devine of Seattle, WA and Liam Gollakota of Indianapolis, IN; a cousin, Sister Ann Patrice SSJ of Erie; and two nephews, Greg Hanchin and his wife Terry and Tom Hanchin and his wife Chris all of Denver, CO.
The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at Manchester Commons for the excellent care and support Lillian received.
Friends may call on the family at St. Jude Church 2801 W. 6th Street on Thursday starting at 9:00 a.m followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Burial to follow in Laurel Hill Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the care of the Burton Quinn Scott Cremation and Funeral Services, West Ridge, 3801 W. 26th Street, Erie, PA 16506
Memorials may be made to Emmaus Soup Kitchen, 218 East 11th St., Erie, PA 16503 or Manchester Commons, 6351 W. Lake Rd, Erie, PA 16505.
Send condolences at www.BurtonQuinnScott.com.

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March 13, 2023

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January 22, 2023

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anonymous

March 13, 2023

Dear Lillian, i enjoyed spending time with you, and coming into your room to see you, you had the most beautiful smile that could light up a room. You are truly a beautiful soul. You appreciated the little things in life and were the kindest person i knew. You had always appreciated the littlest gifts me and my mother had gave you, it didn´t matter what or when you always had a smile on your face. You appreciated everything and would always put a smile on mine and many others faces. You´re are a beautiful soul lillian truly. I have the necklace you gave me still, i wear it everyday, i never take it off it is one of the most important things to me. So thank you Lillian, for always putting a smile on mine and others faces, thank you for all the memories dear.you were truly a light in the dark. I hope heaven is great to you , you deserve it love. rest inpeace. love you forever lil<3

Dale & Deanna Caldwell

January 22, 2023

Cheryl and Kimberly I am so sorry for your loss , I will never forget your mom or dad..They were two beautiful souls and the kindness they showed to me and my family literally changed my life..I will cherish the memories of them from Hilborn St always..She is with her beloved Harry and our Lord and Savior now.
May the rest in Eternal Peace ! My deepest sympathy and condolences to you all , they were amazing people and I will never forget them or you girls !!

Ann Willard

January 19, 2023

I was lucky enough to meet Lillian when I was working at Manchester Commons. I loved visiting with her in her room, loved hearing her tell stories of growing up, of her husband, of her kids and grandkids...she loved you all very much. When I moved we kept in touch by phone and once in a while I would get a card in the mail from Lil. I will deeply miss her. She was a good friend. Love you Lil...you will always be in my heart.
Deepest sympathy for the family.

Peg Barickman

January 19, 2023

Lil was my friend from St. Jude Church.
I sent her cards on holidays etc that were always signed "your St. Jude Friends"
In fact I was waiting until February 1st to mail her a Valentines Day card. You have my deepest sympathy.

Cathy Kersnick

January 18, 2023

Dear Lilian, You have always enjoyed your life to the fullest . You will be sadly missed.Glad I was your friend. Love you and I´ll miss you. Enjoy your new journey.

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