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James Chapman Obituary
He was born December 30, 1940, in Cabarrus County, NC to the late James Sidney and Helen Ritchie Chapman. Sonny worked as an Industrial Engineer for Michelin and Cannon Mills. He was a member of Rock Grove Methodist Church.
In addition to his parents, Sonny was preceded in death by his son, Jeff Chapman.
Sonny is survived by his wife Brenda Chapman, whom he married December 19, 1958; three daughters, Lynn Kretzer (Claud), Tracy (Currie) Pendleton, Kim Chapman; seven granddaughters, Michelle Kesler, Brooke Rowe, Ashley Harper, Lyndsey Shinn Tijerina, Billie Daily, Emmy Pendleton, Kyah Chapman; grandson, Jon Pendleton. He is also survived by his sister, Judy (Randy) Hamrick.
The family will greet friends and relatives on Monday, April 28, 5:00- 7:00 PM at Powles Staton Funeral Home in Rockwell.
Powles Staton Funeral Home is assisting the Chapman family. Online condolences may be made at powlesfuneralhome.com
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Kathy Earnhardt Lowman
April 25, 2025
Lynn I'm sorry in the loss of your Dad. May our God put his arms around you and give you strength to know he's with him now
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