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1928 - 2013
 Mac Allen Chapman, 84 years, 11 months, of Barboursville, W.V. entered into eternal peace Thursday morning, January 3, 2013 at his home. Mr. Chapman was born February 28, 1928 in Barboursville the youngest of seven sons to the late Aubrey and Ethel Hash Chapman. Mac was predeceased by his brothers Aubrey Andrew "AJ", Earl, Lance, Drexel, Vern and Glen. Mr. Chapman is survived by his wife of 51 years, Pauline Keaton Chapman. He was a fiercely passionate and loving father to his four children; Robert C. Bailey and his wife Sara, Philip Mac Chapman and his wife Brenda, and his two daughters Deborah A. Chapman and Teresa Renee' Lowry. Mac was extremely loving and proud of his four grandchildren and two great grandchildren; Dr. Nathanael Bailey and his wife Kelly along with their son Jonah, Curtis Allen Chapman, Elizabeth ter Haseborg and her husband Heiko, along with their son Jannes, Daniel Christian Chapman and MacKenzie Lowry. He also leaves behind loving nieces, nephews and numerous other relatives.
A veteran of World War 11 Mr. Chapman served in the Pacific theater as a Navy Seaman. After the war he did his electrical apprenticeship with C&O Railroad before taking employment with Goodrich Gulf Chemical. While at Goodrich Gulf he sought and was successful in achieving bargaining rights for the plant located in Institute W.V. He retired from Steel of West Virginia and was active in the United Steel Workers serving as Chief Negotiator representing the Bargaining Members of Steel of W.V. Mac attended Marshall University and Carnegie Mellon University.
Mr. Chapman was active in his community and church. He was a Little League Coach, Boy Scout Leader, a Home Room "mom" and a volunteer at Eastern Cabell County Humanities Organization. Mac was also a Church Trustee, Elder and Deacon and is a member of Emmanuel Community Church and also attended Cyrus Creek Missionary Baptist Church. In his younger days he was an avid motorcyclist. He enjoyed trout fishing and camping with his buddies, often riding his bike for seven miles to get to the cabin.
The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to his physicians; Dr. Dwayne Tackett and God's hands here on earth, friend and physician Dr. Frank Rivas.
The family will be greeting friends and relatives from 5 PM to 8 PM at Wallace Funeral Home in Barboursville on Sunday, January 6. A Celebration of Life for Mac will also be at the funeral home on Monday, January 7 at 11 A.M, with entombment at the hill top mausoleum at Forest Memorial Park, Milton, W.V. Officiating the service will be his son, Reverend Philip Mac Chapman and Pastor Bob Ray. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.
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There are currently 14 condolences.
Dave and Dana Walters
Thursday January 17, 2013 at
5:39 PM
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Phillip.... Dave and I are so very sorry for the loss of your father. We know that you will miss him, but after reading the above, we are sure you will see him again. Thoughts and prayers.
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Eva Crockett
Saturday January 12, 2013 at
4:51 AM
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My heart goes out to you all. It was an honor to take care of Mac and I enjoyed getting to know all of you.
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Joan
Monday January 7, 2013 at
11:15 PM
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Deb,
Thinking of you. I know you loved your Daddy. He'll still be watching over you.
Joanie A.
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John Altizer
Monday January 7, 2013 at
9:33 AM
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Pauline,
I know no words can alleviate the pain you and your kids are going through but if anyone ever had a place in heaven waiting on them it was Mac. With his heart and warmth, he touched all he came in contact with. I will miss seeing Mac working in the yard and visiting with him. My heart and prayers are with you all in this time of grief.
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Linda M. White
Sunday January 6, 2013 at
7:34 PM
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Debbie, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You and your family are in my prayers. I know you loved him dearly! Take care!
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Steve & Donna Thompson Wood
Sunday January 6, 2013 at
3:57 PM
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We'll always remember Mac's "happy-go-lucky" spirit. He had a zest for life and we felt it. We'll meet again someday.
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Angela Robertson
Sunday January 6, 2013 at
2:54 PM
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Debby, I am so truly sorry for your loss. There are no words that can possibly comfort you at this time; but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. My mom told me when my dad passed: "Now Angela, you were very fortunate to have had him for 47 years because some people do not have that." Well, Deb, that still doesn't cut it now, does it? I know he was such a blessing to you and you were such a blessing to him. Memories are one gift from God, that no one can every take away. I am here if you need anything. God be with you and your family.
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patrice
Sunday January 6, 2013 at
2:26 PM
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Pastor Phil, Miss Brenda, Debbie, Teresa, MacKenzie,Curtis and Daniel, i am praying for God's peace to flood you all. I loved Mac so much. He was always a joy to be around. I know how proud you all are of him. I will deeply miss him. God bless you all. I love you all dearly.
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Jack R. Finch
Jfinch1@zoominternet.net
Sunday January 6, 2013 at
7:12 AM
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Mr. Chapman wad a gentile giant. I am a better person today having known him. His daughter Debbie is dear to my heart. They both will be forever remembered in my life. JRF
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Ronald Wetherholt
Sunday January 6, 2013 at
6:11 AM
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What a great man MAc was. He will certainly be missed by everyone who knew him. Mac always had that great big smile. My prayers are with the entire family.
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Ronnie and Brandi Wiley
Saturday January 5, 2013 at
11:22 PM
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Mac will always be remembered as a sweet, gentle soul and will be greatly missed. Our Love and Prayers are with you. God Bless.
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Nikki stiltner
Saturday January 5, 2013 at
12:49 PM
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Debi, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You all were so blessed to have the love and guidance of such a wonderful man. May Peace Be With You.
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Greg and Kim Bailey
Saturday January 5, 2013 at
6:21 AM
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Our sincere condolences to the entire family. Mac was a wonderful man and a grear teacher. We join with the family in rejoicing his life, and express our sincere condolences to them all. May God bless you all.
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Mike & Karen Thompson Wilmoth
Friday January 4, 2013 at
11:24 PM
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Chapman Family, Mac will be sorely missed by everyone he had contact with. He was a wonderful witness for God. His smile and twinkling eyes will live on in many memories. Our prayers are with you.
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