Heiskell, Tennessee - Vicki Washburn Chapman was born May 23, 1954, to Troy & Ann Washburn in Victoria, Texas. An Air Force brat, Vicki lived in England, Germany, Arizona, & Virginia before finally settling in Tennessee. She graduated from Farragut High School in 1972. She married her husband, Mike in 1986 & started their life in the Claxton Community with their two sons. Vicki had various jobs over the years including administrative assistant at her parent's business, Ridge Metals, but ultimately retired from Y12 Federal Credit Union where she was known as everyone's "favorite teller". Before passing, Vicki enjoyed spending time with her chickens, in her garden, and hunting for yard sale treasures. You could find her at Aspire Park with her grandchildren enjoying beautiful sunny days. Vicki is survived by sons Cory (wife Kristen) and Casey (wife Jimmye) and beloved grandchildren Sam, Seeley, Sloane, Caldwell, & Cameron, her brothers Scott & Brian Washburn, and best friend, Roni Stubbs. A Celebration of Life will be held, Saturday, May 10th from at Highland View Church in Oak Ridge from 3-5pm. https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/vicki-chapman-obituary?id=58289985

MCDONALD, OHIO - John L. “Jack” Chapman, 67, passed away Friday, April 25, 2025, in the comfort of his home. John was born Dec. 27, 1957, in Newport, R.I., a son of the late Kenneth and Judith Philips Chapman, and came to the Youngstown area in 1958. He was a 1975 graduate of Girard High School and earned an associate degree in applied science from Youngstown State University. He also attended DeVry Institute of Technology in Columbus, where he earned a degree in technology. In the 1980s, Jack worked as a self-employed carpenter in Texas and South Carolina, building homes for U.S. Homes and other companies. He returned to Girard in 1988 and founded Chapman Renovation, where he specialized in new construction and kitchen and bath remodeling until his retirement. Jack enjoyed the outdoors, especially golf and hunting. He was an avid stamp and coin collector, loved playing darts, and was a longtime member of the Youngstown Dart Association. He also enjoyed weekly video game nights with friends, Joe and Kevin, watching classic films, and cheering for the Cleveland Indians and Browns. A curious mind, he kept up with current affairs and liked “dabbling” in the stock market. Jack is survived by his sisters, Kathy Chapman and Karen (Frank) Cretella, both of Girard; a nephew, Frank Cretella Jr. (Nicole Birrell); a niece, Katie Cretella; and two great-nephews, Dominick and Anthony. He also leaves behind many extended family members and countless friends. Family and friends may gather to pay respects from 5:30 to 6 p.m. Friday, May 9, 2025, at Girard First United Methodist Church 22 N. Market St. Girard, where a memorial service will take place at 6 p.m. Arrangements have been entrusted to Kinnick Funeral Home in Youngstown. https://www.kinnickfuneralhome.com/obituary/John-Chapman

Gilbert “Gil” Wales Chapman, 78, passed away on April 23, 2025, in University City, Missouri. Born on January 13, 1947, in Hartford, Connecticut, he was the son of Ralph and Evelyn Chapman (née Webster). Gil grew up in Hartford and later lived in Richmond, VT; York, PA; and St. Louis, MO. Gil is survived by his wife of over 52 years, Mary Chapman (née Richmond); daughter Tracy Chapman Granneman and her husband Paul; granddaughters Lillian and Catherine; brothers Keith Chapman and R. Leigh Chapman and their families. Gil had countless lasting friendships which he valued deeply, especially his “west coast daughter” Jeanne Chevillet and her family. From 1967 to 1970, Gil served in the United States Army, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was stationed primarily in Worms, Germany—a time he reflected on with pride, often relaying the many experiences and life lessons he gained through his service. After earning a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Hartford, Gil worked at Green Mountain Power before building a career in insurance and automobile sales, most proudly as a Cadillac salesman. Gil was deeply committed to his community, serving in various elected roles in Richmond, Vermont. Most meaningful to him, was his role on the Mount Mansfield School Board where he advocated strongly for children of all backgrounds to receive needed academic support. He had a deep appreciation for public service and felt both pride in his roles and admiration for others who had a positive impact on their community. Gil was never reticent about expressing his opinions, either spoken or in print, but respected those who didn’t see things his way and made a sincere effort to understand other points of view. Gil loved a good conversation with friends new and old. He will be remembered for standing with a cigarette in one hand and a scotch in the other while enjoying lively discussions on politics, current affairs, economics, and almost any other topic. He approached conversations with curiosity and often shared (or re-shared) an illustrative story. He loved to make connections and often sought out those who had difficulty connecting with others, especially young people. Gil’s greatest joy came from spending time with Mary. They loved taking car rides, socializing with friends, and their summer trips to Cape Cod. He loved his daughter, son-in-law and granddaughters deeply. Tracy was always the twinkle in his eye. Lily and Catie will forever cherish their private “meetings of the minds” with him. Gil loved his dogs throughout the years and we take comfort knowing he can walk again with Yo-Yo, Murphy, and Abby. Friends are cordially invited to greet the family during a visitation at ten o’clock in the morning until twelve o’clock in the afternoon on Saturday the 3rd of May, in the Rose Room of Lupton Chapel, 7233 Delmar Blvd., University City, Missouri 63130, followed by a Celebration of Life of “Gil” in the chapel at twelve o’clock in the afternoon. In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions in his honor be directed to Lolly’s Place, a program dedicated to educating children from diverse academic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. https://stljewishlight.org/obituaries/gilbert-chapman/

John Edward Chapman passed away peacefully in his longtime hometown of Redwood City, California on April 22, 2025. He was 87. He was an engineer, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, friend and member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel parish. John was born in Los Angeles, CA to Dorothy Marie and Edward Henry Chapman and grew up taking care of his younger siblings while his father served in WWII. He was president of the first graduating class of San Gabriel High School and an Eagle Scout. He served four years in the US Navy before completing his studies at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. It was there, while John was studying mechanical engineering, that he met and fell in love with Anne Miller. The two married in 1962, spending 62 years together building a family and forging deep ties with their friends, church and broader community. John valued family and he and Anne were blessed with a big one. In 1968, John and Anne settled in Redwood City raising six children and becoming active in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, the Boy Scouts and community sports and music programs. John was a devoted outdoorsman and took his family on camping trips throughout the West every summer, imparting his love of and respect for nature. John was an engineer at both Hussman Refrigeration and TriCom Refrigeration, designing and building everything from refrigerated warehouses to wineries. Over the course of his career, he traveled from the Middle East to the Philippines, leaving behind the modern miracle of food refrigeration and taking with him an appreciation for other cultures he shared with his children. Upon retiring in 1998, John and Anne built their dream cabin in Lake Almanor, California creating a joyful gathering spot, which, like their Redwood City home, was frequently filled with music, laughter and lively conversation. John loved meeting new people almost as much as he cherished his many existing decades-long friendships. John and Anne traveled widely and especially enjoyed cruising, with the Panama Canal being among his favorites. John was a great enthusiast of the outdoors and an avid reader. He especially enjoyed stories about cowboys and the Old West. He loved being a dad, father-in-law and grandfather, impressing his motto "Work is Fun" to his offspring and their friends whenever there was a project to complete or a hard task ahead. John was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2013. He is survived by his beloved wife Anne Chapman and brother Tom Chapman (Eileen). John is also survived by five children; Carole Chapman, Bill Chapman (Lizette), Cathy Chapman, Debbie Willitts (Greg) and Dan Chapman (Danielle Fernandez) and seven grandchildren; Zoe Falk, Sean Willitts (Hannah), Zenaida Chapman, Gunnar Chapman, Brody Chapman, Noelani Chapman and Lilikoi Chapman. John was preceded in death by Edward Chapman (son), Gabriel Willitts (grandson). Nancy MacDuckston (sister) (Bruce) and Helen Chapman (sister). Rosary will be held May 8 at Crippen & Flynn in Woodside at 6:00 PM. 400 Woodside Rd., Redwood City, CA The funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Redwood City on May 9 at 1:00 PM 300 Fulton St., Redwood City, CA Military honors will be given prior to the Mass at 12:30 PM. Donations may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Scouting America, or our Lady of Mount Carmel church or school. https://www.crippenandflynnchapels.com/obituary/john-chapman