William Eric Chapman's obituary , Passed away on July 20, 2025 in Columbia, South Carolina

William Eric Chapman

May 6, 1973 - July 20, 2025 (52 years old)

Columbia, South Carolina

William Eric Chapman's obituary , Passed away on July 20, 2025 in Columbia, South Carolina
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William Eric Chapman

May 6, 1973 - July 20, 2025 (52 years old)

Columbia, South Carolina

William Eric Chapman Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of William Eric Chapman (Columbia, South Carolina), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on July 20, 2025 at the age of 52. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Eric Chapman to pay them a last tribute.

Though William Eric may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those William Eric touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his father Robert Eric Chapman. He is survived by: his mother Sally King; his father-in-law James Buggy; his sister Laura Chapman Rogers (Jamey); and his former wife Gena Barton (Scott). He is also survived by children; and many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 23rd 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel (3926 Devine St, Columbia, SC 29205). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 23rd 2025 at 3:00 PM at the same location.

Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association, Sandhills School, 1500 Hallbrook Drive, Columbia, SC 29209, or a charity of one's choice.



Wed

July 23

Visitation

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel
3926 Devine St, Columbia, SC 29205

Wed

July 23

Funeral service

3:00 PM

Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel
3926 Devine St, Columbia, SC 29205

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