Oren Russell Chappell Sr. Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Oren Russell Chappell Sr. of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, born in Pine Apple, Alabama, who passed away on July 1, 2024 at the age of 87. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Marianne Chappell (Barnett); his parents, Alfonso Chappell and Lucille Chappell (Moore); and his siblings, Alfonso "Bubber" Chappell and Wynona Mize.

He is survived by: his children, Karen Gates (Rick), Russ Chappell, Jr. (Chrissy) and Richard Chappell (Sandra); his grandchildren, Chelsie Gates, Ryan Chappell (Hunter), Tyler Gates, Carlie Besant (Chad), Sara Sartain (Web) and Dr. Briana Hamner (Austin); and his great grandchild Rhettin Chappell.

In 1977, he received the American Advertising Federation Silver Medal Award for outstanding contributions to advertising and community leadership.