SUFFOLK - James Andrew Chapman of 5409 Godwin Boulevard, Suffolk died Monday, November 17, 2008 in Sentara Obici Hospital. A native of Nansemond County, he was the son of the late Andrew and Lynwood Mann Chapman. He was predeceased by three brothers-in-law, Willie L. Towns, Sr., John W. Scott, Sr., and Ryland M. Myrick, Jr.

He was employed for 44 years at Norfolk Naval Shipyard as a machinist. He was a member of Abundant Harvest Outreach Ministries in Franklin, VA.

He leaves to cherish his memories a special adopted daughter, Sabrina Steward of Norfolk, VA; one son, James H. Hill of Norfolk, VA; five sisters, Rosa M. Harris (Elbert) of Portsmouth, VA, Flora E. Chapman, Daisy V. Towns(caregiver), Gwen E. Strickland (Larry) all of Suffolk and Elder Joyce Chapman-Myrick of Franklin, VA.; a devoted aunt, Patience E. Porter of Suffolk, a special friend and caregiver, Carolyn Hill; special friends, William Powell and Walter L. Jones; and a host of other relatives and friends.

A funeral will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 21, 2008 at Little Bethel Baptist Church, 6533 Everetts Road in Suffolk , officiated by the Reverend Ronald Goodwin. Intement will be at Albert G. Horton Memorial Veterans Cemetery. The family will receive visitors at 5409 Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk. Crocker Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Crocker Funeral Home is handling arrangements.