"I was so saddened to hear about the passing of Wayne. I worked with him many years at The Sun Chronicle and through work I met his adoring wife and his children. I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the many memories of Wayne and hold them close to your heart. Donna Bronsdon "
In loving memory of
Wayne M. Chapman
December 14, 2021
Wayne M. Chapman, 77, of Cumberland, died December 14, 2021 in the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center, Providence. He was the husband of Julie (Beauchemin) Chapman whom he married August 19, 1967. Born in South Paris, ME he was the son of the late Millard and Iona (Harta) Chapman.
Mr. Chapman was a graduate of Southern New Hampshire University (formerly known as New Hampshire College). Wayne served in the Army National Guard during the Vietnam War era. He worked as a salesman for Topps Baseball Cards, Amurol/Wrigley Chewing Gum, Score Baseball Cards, Brach Candy, and the Attleboro Sun Chronicle. Wayne enjoyed vacations in Maine and Florida, Caribbean cruises with his wife, attending his grandchildrens' sporting events, daily coffee with friends, and was regularly there to help with rides home from school for his grandchildren. Wayne will be remembered for his easy smile, fun-loving jokes, and always being up for conversation.
Of all the accomplishments in his life, he was most proud of the time spent with his family. Along with his wife, Julie, he is survived by his children, Jenifer Carline and her husband, William, of Attleboro, MA; Michael Chapman and his wife, Julie, of Westborough, MA; and four grandchildren, Jill and Brooke Carline, and Brady and William Chapman.
Private funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Holt Funeral Home, 510 South Main St. Woonsocket. There will be a celebration of life at a date to be announced in the spring. Wayne's family would like to extend special thanks to the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center, Providence for exceptional care and comfort in his last days. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to HopeHealth, 1085 North Main St., Providence, RI 02904.
Tributes
"Wayne Chapman was a warm, caring presence at The Sun Chronicle. All best wishes to those who loved him. He made a difference."
"Sitting under the mistletoe (Pale-green, fairy mistletoe), One last candle burning low, All the sleepy dancers gone, Just one candle burning on, Shadows lurking everywhere: Some one came, and kissed me there. Tired I was; my head would go Nodding under the mistletoe (Pale-green, fairy mistletoe), No footsteps came, no voice, but only, Just as I sat there, sleepy, lonely, Stooped in the still and shadowy air Lips unseen?and kissed me there."
"We are so saddened to read of Wayne?s passing. We remember Wayne as a friendly, kind neighbor and most especially a loving husband and father.. Our thoughts and prayers are with Julie, Jen, Michael and all your family. Ed and Gail Albertini"
"Wayne volunteered for me at Landmark Medical Center and was a warm welcoming sight in our lobby greeting both employees and visitors. He will always be remembered for his easy smile and contagious laugh. He was loved by many and will be missed. Rest Wayne. ??"
"It is very sad to hear of Wayne?s death. I lived next to Wayne when we were kids.. next to the Brick School in South Paris,ME. His parents were the nicest people.. we played Kick the Can- marbles and baseball in the times school was out. Wayne must have been a wonderful husband and father.. sympathy goes out to you all."