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Obituary For Willie R. Chappell

Spartanburg, SC - Willie R. 'Skip' Chappell, 68, fell asleep in death on Monday, July 16, 2018. Willie was born in Greenwood, SC to the late Willie Henry Chappell and Annie Mae Holloway Chappell. He was the grandson of the late Timothy Chappell, Sr. and Sallie Mae Brooks Chappell and the great-grandson of the late Henry Stephens Chappell and Frances Griffin. He leaves to cherish his precious memories to: his loving wife, Mrs. Mary Chappell of Spartanburg, SC; his daughter, Tessa M. Chappell of Boiling Springs, SC; his brother, Michael Chappell (Monika) of Apopka, FL; his uncle, Timothy Chappell, Jr. (Dorothy) of Hodges, SC; his two aunts, Hattie Lee Chappell Kennedy and Frances Chappell both of Greenwood, SC; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Chappell was preceded in death by his sister, Shirley Mae Chappell Leverette. He attended the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Northwest Congregation. Willie was a graduate of Brewer High School receiving his diploma in 1967. He also attended Brewer Hospital School of Radiologic Technology receiving his License and Board Certification in 1969. He was drafted in the US Navy and completed four years of active duty and sixteen years in the Navy Reserve attaining rank of Hospitalman 1st Class. He took a position with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center in 1973 and performed Radiologic Technology. He was promoted to Assistant Director of Imaging Services, and then promoted to Director of Imaging Services until retiring in 2001. He received Manager of the Year in 1989. During that time, he graduated from Spartanburg Community College receiving his Associates Degrees in Radiologic Technology, Accounting, and Management. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration at Limestone College in 1981. He served on several boards: Vital Federal Credit Union (President for many years), Spartanburg Community College Advisory Board; and trustee on the Board of Mountainview Nursing Home. He was a member of The Eleven Gents Social Club. He was also an avid outdoors man and loved playing golf as his pastime. Memorial Services for Willie R. 'Skip' Chappell will be held on Friday, July 20, 2018 at 2:00 pm at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC. Bro. Howard Harris will officiate. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Worldwide Work of Jehovah's Witnesses (via jw.org) or the Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home, 686 Jeff Davis Drive, Spartanburg,SC. As an old Navy saying goes, 'Fair Winds and Following Seas' to all my friends. J. W. Woodward Funeral Home

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> I am very sorry for the recent loss of your dear loved one, Mr. Willie. I have a brief encouraging message I would like to share with you from the Bible. The Bible can be a great source of both comfort and hope during this most difficult time in your lives. For an example, at Revelation 21:3-5 it assures us that the day is soon coming when our most loving Heavenly Father is going to wipe away the tears of sorrow from our eyes and that even pain and death will be no more. I hope after reading this it will be of some comfort to each one of you. If later you would like to learn more from the Bible about why we die or why does a loving God allow so much suffering and injustice, please feel free to go to the website: www.jw.org to find satisfying answers.

- Denise

It is with deep sorrow that my wife and I share with you during this time of grief. Having known Willie 'Skip' Chappell as a friend since our High School days at Brewer High School in Greenwood during the late 1960's. Our days growing up in Greenwood and having renewed friendships after moving to Spartanburg as Radiology professionals kept our friendly relationship growing. He will be truly missed and always remembered as one who loved life, God, friends and family. May you the family be comforted in knowing that he is in the comforting care of a loving God who is able to keep you during this transition of your loved one. Blessings, The Calhoun Family

- Rev. J. Archie Calhoun

I was very sorry to hear of Mr. Chappell's passing and we are sadden when death occurs. That is because we never suppose to die according to God's Word the Bible. We can be encouraged by the promise that Jehovah God made at Revelation 21:4 where he tells us that 'Death will be no more'. We know that Jesus cried when his friend Lazarus died, so we recognize how sorrowful you feel. But just as Lazarus?ÇÖs sisters Mary and Martha found comfort in Jesus promise, we too can find that same comfort in the written words of God at John 5 versus 28 and 29, we find promises of a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous, just as Jesus demonstrated when He resurrected Lazarus, we know the same is true for Mr. Chappell. May you find the comfort He wants us to have in Him and his Words found in the Bible. My deepest sympathy. D L Smith

- D L Smith

We know that what you are going through right now is very difficult, just know that we are here for you. May fond memories of Skip bring you comfort during the days ahead. Our hearts and prayers go out to all the family.

- Napoleon Tolbert Jr.

We was so sorry to hear about the passing of 'Skip'. You and your FAMILY have our deepest sympathy. GOD BLESS YOU and YOUR FAMILY.

- James & Patricia Miller

Mary and Tessa. Just wanted to say how sorry we are for the pain that you are going through right now. We are fortunate to know that Skip is no longer suffering. And that Jehovah has the power to bring him back in the new world. We pray that Jehovah gives you and Tessa the strength you need at this time. Jehovah takes care of his people. With our condolences and love. The Palmer?ÇÖs and Kerns.

- Sandra

To the Chappelle Family, We are conveying our deepest condolence in this time of your bereavement. Skip was a great person and his presence will truly be missed. The Dean Family (cousins of Skip).

- Lisa Dean, Eric Dean and Family

Condolences unto the entire family the Wife, Children and Michael in the death of your Brother Skip May the Lord of Heaven give you peace and comfort during this time - love and prayers - REV JACKIE THOMAS AIKEN AND FAMILY

- Rev. Jacqueline Thomas

Condolences unto the entire family the Wife, Children and Michael in the death of your Brother Skip May the Lord of Heaven give you peace and comfort during this time - love and prayers - REV JACKIE THOMAS AIKEN AND FAMILY

- Rev. Jacqueline Thomas

You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great guy and will be missed by many. He gave everything his all and so many patients through the years were touched by this caring man. God Bless you and his memory.

- Trisa Hines

To the family of Willie R Chappell 'Skip', We the family from Saluda and Greenwood was very saddened to hear of his passing. We are keeping you all in our prayers, may God continue to bless you all. We love you and we leave you in the hands of our father and savior Jesus Christ.

- Lona Calhoun

Hey my MS. Mary I'm truly sorry for the lost of Mr. Skip, he was truly a good guy to me he loved our friendship and he loved the way I called you MY MS. MARY. He will truly be missed by all, you are always in prays I love you always MY MS. Mary.

- Eunice Weathers

Mary, my prayers are with you, Tessa and the entire Chappell family.

- Shirley D. Landrum

We're so sorry to hear you are mourning the recent loss of your loved one. May you find strength and comfort from the words of Psalms 46:1 which reads: 'God is our refuge and strength, A help that is readily found in times of distress.' Our loving God is there for us if we ask for his help (1 John 5:14). He didn't intend for us to grow old and die. He thus has made the SURE promise of a resurrection RIGHT HERE ON EARTH when it is restored to a beautiful paradise (Psalms 37:9-11, 29; Acts 24:15; Isaiah 55;11). Can you see yourself welcoming back to life your loved ones? What a joy it will bring all of us. You can go online to JW.ORG and find out more about this resurrection.

- R&R