Harley Darrell Chapman, 72, of Alkol passed away Friday, July 10, 2015 at home.
He retired from the Florida Department of Health; he was a veteran of the U. S. Army; a 1961 graduate of Duval High School and a member of Sycamore Grove Missionary Baptist Church.
Harley is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Mary; daughter, Darlene Chapman; sisters, Anna Chapman, Maria Yoder and Angie Chapman; and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be 7:00 p.m. Monday, July 13, 2015 at Curry Funeral Home, 2097 Childress Road, Alum Creek with Pastors Darrell Searls and Johnny Vickers officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., W., Charleston, WV 25387-2536.
Harley and I enjoyed working together for three years at KVDC in Commerce Square Building, Charleston, WV. He operated the IBM-1401 computer and I the Burroughs B-500. We went deer hunting in Wirt County. I moved away 43 years ago and lost touch. I thought of and spoke of him often. It is so sad to reconnect this way. May God rest his soul and Bless his family.
Dear Chapman Family, The Environmental Health Dept. in Marion County want to extend our thoughts and prayers to Harley’s loved ones. Harley was fun and helpful and his personality has been missed since retirement.
We know that he was looking forward to spending more time with his family and we’re sure he has cherished every moment he had with you. Lean on your precious memories and know that he will always be in your hearts.
Mary,
My heart sank with sorrow when I heard of Harley’s passing. Sorry I missed you all when you came to visit. I was glad I got to talk to both of you before you headed north some months back. I will always remember Harley and am glad I had the pleasure of working with him for 12+ years before he retired. Both of you have always been good to us. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Mary, we are so very sorry for your loss. We send our deepest sympathies and prayers to you and your family.
Mary,
Rhonda told me of your loss. I wanted to extend my sympathy to you. I will keep you and yours in my prayers.
Pat Roberts
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Harley at the Marion County Health Department. He was always willing to help with my computer problems. You and your family are in my prayers.
I’m heart broken for the family. I worked with Harley and Mary at the Marion County Health Department, we were family here his life will remain in the heart of us all. God bless you Mary be encouraged, Our Lord and Savior won’t fail, can’t fail, even in this.
Dear Mary and Darlene, Our deepest sympathy and our prayers for God’s comfort for you all. The right words are void in a times such as this and God himself is our comfort giver. I’m so glad that we got to see Harley a few times in the last few years. Every visit was special and we love all of you. Know that prayers and love surrounds you all.
Mary, I am so sorry for your loss. My love and prayers are with you. I don’t know if I can go to the service but if I can’t, I will be thinking of you ,Darlene and the rest of your family. Take care and remember you are loved.
Love,
Rhonda