Celebrating the life of
James "Jim" M. Chapman
November 25, 1935 - December 05, 2012
Savannah- James M. Chapman, 77, passed away Wednesday, December 5, 2012 while traveling in Mallorca, Spain.
He was born in Detroit, Michigan and attended Wayne State University, Michigan State University and later retired from United Parcel Service. Mr. Chapman served on the board of the Salvation Army for many years in Columbus, Ohio and in Savannah. He also served with the National Guard, Youth Challenge, the board of the Savannah Food Bank, the board of the Georgia USO, and was Past President of the Skidaway Kiwanis. He loved to travel and could say that he accomplished everything he wanted to do and enjoyed it all very much.
Surviving are his wife, Verna Chapman; daughters, Wendy Chapman, Sandra Rosnik Michael; son, Douglas Yuhn; sister, Sally Rogind; brothers, Tom Chapman Carol, Ken Chapman Pat, David Chapman Elaine, and Craig Chapman.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 25, 2013 at Skidaway Island United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, please make remembrances to Youth Challenge Academy, Georgia National Guard, PO Box 7620, Fort Gordon, GA 30905 or The Salvation Army, 3100 Montgomery St., Savannah, GA 31405.
Thanks for all you did to make life better for so many.
- Dick Eckburg, Savannah, GA
Verna, We are saddened to hear about Jim and will keep you in our prayers during this very difficult time. Jim will be greatly missed. Blessings, Dick & Jan Falcone, USO
- Dick & Jan Falcone, Savannah, GA
To My Big Brother: Jim, I will miss you very much as you were the leader of our family.You were admired by all your brothers,sister and cousins. Rest in peice my dear brother and I hope we meet again.
- Ken Chapman, Naperville, IL
Thanks for all you did to make life better for so many.
- Dick Eckburg, Savannah, GA
Verna, We are saddened to hear about Jim and will keep you in our prayers during this very difficult time. Jim will be greatly missed. Blessings, Dick & Jan Falcone, USO
- Dick & Jan Falcone, Savannah, GA
To My Big Brother: Jim, I will miss you very much as you were the leader of our family.You were admired by all your brothers,sister and cousins. Rest in peice my dear brother and I hope we meet again.
- Ken Chapman, Naperville, IL
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
