Viola Katherine Roberts Chapman Obituary
The passing of Viola Katherine Roberts Chapman (Smithfield, Virginia) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 7, 2026 at the age of 75. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Viola Katherine Roberts Chapman to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Elnora Roberts and Elmo Roberts; her husbands, C. Heritage Choir and Bert Chapman; her son Darrell Chapman; and her brothers, William, Frederick, Daniel and Ronzell Roberts.
She is survived by: her brother Donzell Roberts (Sarah); her sisters-in-law, Valerie Roberts and Joyce Roberts; her nieces and nephews, Kenneth (Jenine), Dr. Andria Chapman-Taliaferro (Carlos) and Michelle Chapman-Bridges (Al); her grandchildren, TaKeya (LaTasha), Cariana (Keyon), Darielle, Aniya, Cameron, Quiera, Ciani, Ansolei, Chanara and Elvis; her great grandchildren, Samaiya and Adrianna; her friends, Jackie Hill and Prentis Picott; and her pet Chico. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Viewing was held on Wednesday, May 13th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Shivers Funeral Chapel (12749 Courthouse Hwy, Smithfield, VA 23430). A celebration of life was held on Thursday, May 14th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Sandy Mount Baptist Church (16091 Scotts Factory Rd, Smithfield, VA 23430).
