It is with sadness we announce the
passing of Sir Robert “Bob” Vernon
Chapman, age 99, of Amherst. Bob passed away
at the High Crest Nursing Home, Springhill, on Thursday, December 1,
2022.
Born in Dorchester, NB, he was a son of
the late Cyril and Laura (Mealey) Chapman.
A veteran of World War II, Bob served
over seas in England, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany.
After the war he worked with the Canadian Air Forces. Upon
his retirement from the forces in 1968 he continued to work, teaching
Plumbing and Heating in vocational schools and later at the Dorchester
Penitentiary, retiring in 1980. He was a member of Christ’s
Anglican Church, Amherst.
In 2021 he was awarded by France the
rank of “Knight of the French National Order of the Legion of
Honour” for his role in the liberation of France during World War
2 which caries the prestigious title of
“Sir”.
He enjoyed being with his family and
researching his family tree. He was well known for his wit
and humour and enjoyed seeing people smile and be
happy.
He will be dearly missed by 3 sons,
Richard (Marilyn), Musquodoboit Harbour, NS, David (Betty), Truro, NS
and Peter (Donna), Amherst, NS; 6 grandchildren, Ryan, Kristie-Lynn,
Christopher, Joshua, Daniel and Diana; 11 great grandchildren,
William, Robert, John, Tyler, Brayden, Tristan, Alexandrea, Ashton,
Alliyah, Archer, and Oakley, as well as many nieces and
nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife the
former Theresa Boudreau; siblings, Douglas, Donald and
Isabel.
His family wishes to extend a special
thank you to Highcrest Nursing Home for the professional care and love
given to him.
Arrangements are under the care and
guidance of Jones Family Funeral Centre,
70 Church St., Amherst, NS where his funeral service will be held on
Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at 1 pm, Rev. Charlotte Ross
officiating. Burial will follow in the Dorchester
Cemetery.
Donations in memory of Bob may be made
to the High Crest Nursing Home, Springhill, or a charity of the
donor’s choice.
Sharing of memories and condolences may
be sent to the family by visiting the online memorial at
www.jonesfamilyfuneralcentre.ca or through the Jones Family Funeral Centre
Facebook Page.
1923 2022
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Sir Robert Bob Vernon Chapman 1923 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Amherst, Province: Nova Scotia