Robert Edward Chapman Jr.

1954 - 2017

Robert Edward Chapman Jr. obituary, 1954-2017, Pontotoc, MS

BORN

1954

DIED

2017

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Browning Funeral Home

141 West Oxford Street

Pontotoc, Mississippi

Robert Chapman Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 10, 2017.

Robert Edward "Bob" Chapman, Jr., age 62, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2017 at his residence. He was born November 21, 1954 to Shirley Walls Chapman and Robert Edward Chapman, Sr. He was a graduate of Gulf Port High School and a General Contractor. Bob was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church, the Civitans and "The Body of Christ". He enjoyed golfing, listening to good music and spending time with his family. Bob's favorite quote was, "Keep the Lord first".

Services will be at 2:00 PM Sunday, November 12, 2017 at Browning Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Melvin Crawley officiating; burial will follow in Pontotoc Memorial Gardens. Browning Funeral Home in Pontotoc is honored to assist the family.

Survivors include his wife, Dee Chapman of Pontotoc, MS; three sons, Chad Chapman (Sara) of Louisville, MS, Drew Chapman (Jade) and Will Chapman, both of Pontotoc, MS; his Mother, Shirley Walls Chapman of Pontotoc, MS; three sisters, Cheryl Griffin (Roger) of Wingate, NC, Renee Hamilton (Jamie) of Tupelo, MS and Susie Chapman of Pontotoc, MS; four grandchildren, Indee Chapman, Hank Chapman, Bo Chapman and Zeke Chapman; and he was "GUB" to many special nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, and one brother, Larry Steven Chapman.

Pallbearers will be David White, Michael Chapman, Harold Floyd, Jamie Hamilton, Ron Davis and Joey Walker. Honorary Pallbearers will be Justin Brock, Johnathan Brock, Jerry Chapman, Roger Griffin, Jerrad Griffin and Trent Griffin.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 PM Saturday and from 1 to 2 PM Sunday at the funeral home.

Condolences may be made at www.browningpontotoc.com

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November 11, 2017

Angie Santucci

Renee I am so sorry to hear about Bobby he was such a great guy. You and all of your family are in my prayers.

November 11, 2017

June Riggle

I am truly sorry to hear of the passing of Bob. He was such a wonderful person who lifted up others when you were around him. He was without a doubt, one of the finest men I have every met. My heart is heavy for all of you. I will continue to hold all of you in my thoughts, hearts and prayers in the days to come.

November 11, 2017

Yvonne Fitts

Love you all as family, close to my heart.......Bobby was a very special "son" to me.........He was my go-to when I had problems in the home and problems of the heart...He was very encouraging and loved the Lord God with all his heart......He will be sorely missed in this earthly journey, but his journey has been completed.......I am so proud that I knew him......

November 11, 2017

Brian Cottle

Drew, thinking of you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. Kristen and I will keep you all in our prayers.

November 11, 2017

Robbie, Tammy, Elizabeth and Anthony Roberts

Bobby "Little Bobby" as we all knew him will be missed. I can only imagine the reunion in Heaven today. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this sad time.

November 10, 2017

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