Phonoey A Chapman Sr affectionately known as “Chappy” of Columbus Oh passed away on November 3, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband to Shirley M Chapman and father of Phonoey Jr and Lorreen Smith. Adoring grandfather of a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Caring uncle to several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, Noble (Mary) Chapman, brother Noble J Chapman, and sisters Rowena, Mary I, Katherine Chapman and great grandson Shakeem Crawford. Chappy had a strong work ethic, high regard for dedication, and a commitment to service. The youngest of 6 children raised by both His parents. Chappy appreciated the power of knowledge and learning. He graduated from West High School and began serving his country in the US Air Force. He retired after 20 years as an MP Sargent and continues to Work yet retiring again.
Chappy always had a passion for football. If you were to look for him on Saturday or Sunday, in his recliner rooting on the OSU Buckeyes or LA Rams is where you’d find him.
Chappy was a jokester and very confident man before dementia took over. Chappy was a model of stability and longevity. His smile and enthusiasm toward everyone he met “where they were” inspired acceptance and tolerance to those closest to him. He had profound influence on his granddaughter and niece Qweotta Sims and Aquaniece Chapman, and he will be missed by all. The family sincerely thanks Mount Carmel East for their diligent work and dedication to the care of Mr. Phonoey A Chapman.
Visitation 1:00 PM and Funeral Service 2:00 PM Thursday, November 9, 2023 at Travelers Reset Baptist Church, 1533 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43211.
Thursday, November 16, 2023 11:00 AM Interment at Dayton National Cemetery.
Please keep the family in your prayers as they write Mr. Chapman’s obituary.
I have known Phonoey and family for years. Many fond memories.REST IN PEASE
TO MY AUNT SHIRLEY AND MY FAMILY. MY CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS. I’M GONNA MISS HIM SO MUCH. R.I.H
LOVE ALWAY. YOUR GREAT NEICE NICCY CHAPMAN.
With our deepest sympathy, and warmest loving prayers to your family sorry for your loss may God carry him for eternity. David A Carpenter and Family
I was looking forward to calling Mr. Chapman to wish him Happy Birthday like I do every year. Im hurt Mr. Chapman is no longer here but Im thankful God gave him a long and a good life.
Mr and Mrs Chapman (Phonoey Sr and Shirley) are the grandparents of my oldest child, Shauntaia Chapman but they treated the other two Jerome and JoNeisha Mock like they were their grandchildren too. Mr and Mrs Chapman never missed their birthdays or Christmas. They would come over Christmas morning to watch the kids open their gifts. They were both in Shauntaia’s life since the day she was born. I remember when Shauntaia was into Mermaids and the Chapman’s searched and searched to find her the perfect mermaid doll for Christmas. Thank you Mrs Chapman for all you’ve done. You’ve always been there. I love you and I will miss Mr. Chapman’s jokes and his smile.
You are in my prayers and thoughts Mrs. Shirley Chapman, Phonoey Jr, Lorreen, all the grandkids, great grandkids and the rest of the Chapman family.
May God comfort, bless and keep you during this time of bereavement and loss.