William D. Chapko Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on January 2, 2026 in Elsie, Michigan

William D. Chapko Jr.

August 22, 1938 - January 2, 2026 (87 years old)

Elsie, Michigan

William D. Chapko Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on January 2, 2026 in Elsie, Michigan

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William D. Chapko Jr.

August 22, 1938 - January 2, 2026 (87 years old)

Elsie, Michigan

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William D. Chapko Jr. Obituary

We bid farewell to William D. Chapko Jr. of Elsie, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 2, 2026 at the age of 87. William touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As William departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though William may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy William leaves behind.

Memorials may be made to St. Cyril's Catholic Church.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith Family Funeral Homes



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Thu

Jan 08

Visitation

Smith Family Funeral Homes
221 E Main St, Elsie, MI 48831

Thu

Jan 08

Rosary

Smith Family Funeral Homes
221 E Main St, Elsie, MI 48831

Fri

Jan 09

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Cyril's Catholic Church
517 E Main St, Bannister, MI 48807

Fri

Jan 09

Burial

Riverside Cemetery

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