Dorothy Raye Chapman Obituary
The memory of Dorothy Raye Chapman of Ellenboro, North Carolina, who passed away on December 10, 2024 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dorothy Raye Chapman to pay them a last tribute.
Though Dorothy Raye has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Vollie Wilson Hutchins and Essie Waters Hutchins; her husband James Melton Chapman; and her daughter Pam Denise Chapman. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Friday, December 13th 2024 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Harriett Memorial Free Will Baptist Church (1938 US Hwy 221a, Forest City, NC 28043). A funeral service was held on Friday, December 13th 2024 at 3:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Friday, December 13th 2024 at 4:00 PM at the Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery (1743 Chase High Rd, Forest City, NC 28043).
