Keeler Centre
80 Division Street, Colborne
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Grace Opal Chapman (nee Theobald). Peacefully at Brighton Retirement Living on Thursday May 29th, 2025 in her 92nd year. Loving mother of Marlene (Eric), Lorraine (John), Dan, Brenda (John), Shelley (Ted), Tracey (Eric) and two daughters-in-law Marg and Chris (Andy). Grace is pre-deceased by her husband Carl and sons Roy, Doug and Scott. Loving grandmother of 20 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. Loved sister-in-law to Roy and Alice Chapman’s children and spouses and aunt to many nieces and nephews and special sister-in-law to Ida Chapman. Mom was a very soft spoken, kind, gentle and loving soul. She had a deep passion for the Blue Jays and rarely missed a game. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the Brighton Retirement Living staff and friends for their care and compassion during her stay. Also a special thanks to Dr. Bhargava and Dr. MacNeil. A private family funeral service will be held. Interment in Shiloh Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to a celebration of life at the Keeler Centre, Colborne on Saturday June 7th from 2- 5 pm. If desired donations to the charity of choice would be appreciated.
Sending our deepest condolences to all of you. She was a very lovely lady and I’m sure she’ll be very much missed.💓
Dear Family I was sorry to hear about the passing of your lovely Mother. May your happy times sustain you at this difficult time. A donation has been made to the Shriners hospitals for children - Canada, Montreal. Sue and Joe La Berge.
We want to express our sincere condolences to the Chapman and Theobald families in the loss of Grace. A quiet kind lady in the truest of words. She was a great role model when we were neighbours many years ago on Parliament Street. May your many memories help you during this time.
Condolences on the loss of your beloved family member.
We are so sorry to hear about Grace. She was such a kind caring lady with a beautiful smile. Our sincere condolences go out to the family. You have many great memories to hold onto. Mom will sure miss her visits with Grace at Brighton Living.
My sympathy on the passing of Grace. A kind, loving and quiet lady with a name that suited her. Growing up on Parliament Street we were part of the neighbourhood children and enjoyed a happy life. Let your good memories of this lovely lady remain with you always.
Our deepest condolences to the Chapman family on the loss of your mother and grandmother. Keep all of your memories close to your heart.
Our sincere condolences to the Chapman family for the loss of such a sweet, kind soul. May your many cherished memories mend your saddened hearts.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Aunt Grace. We will always remember her as being such a kind, pleasant lady with a wonderful smile. Sending our condolences to all of her family. We are away so will not be able to attend her celebration of life.
Sympathy to all the Chapman Family in the passing of Grace. She was a kind and loving lady. She will be missed. Betty and family.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Heart and Stroke Foundation
I am so sorry to hear of Grace's passing .She was such a kind, caring person. My condolences to all her family!
To all of the Chapman family, we send our sympathies. I had the pleasure of your Mom coming to my beauty salon every Friday, 9:30 am for 40 years. We shared lots of laughs, and I remember one day we shared tears. I never heard Grace say an unkind word about anyone, she set such a fine example to learn from, dedication to her husband , children and grandchildren. To all of you , her children and extended family you have so many good memories of Mom and Grandmom to keep you going until you meet again. Barry and Carolynn Simpson and girls , who have fond memories of Mrs. Chapman
I'm so sorry to hear of Grace's passing. Grace and Carl were a part of my life in a couple in different way first with a childhood friend then through my work. They were a wonderful people ( the best sandwiches around, ate them for years )
We are so sorry to learn about your mom’s passing. Our sympathy to you all. We knew she was special because she has such a loving family. Sending prayers and hugs from Iowa.
Birdie & Jim Hodges- Our Condolences to All the Chapman Family. We have known you all Forever.
SO Sorry to hear of your Mothers passing .condolenses sent to the whole Chapman family from Gary and Linda McMurray.a kind gentle soul now at peace with loved ones.
Sincere condolences Marlene! I’m sure you gave your Mom loads of happy memories ! Hugs💞
Our deepest condolences to you Marlene and your family in the passing of a very special mother. Thinking about you at this very difficult time.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Crohn's and Colitis Canada
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Cancer Society
Our Deepest Condolences to the Chapman Family.
My deepest condolences on the passing of your mom. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Big Hugs
So sorry to hear about Grace . Our deepest condolences to the Chapman family. Grace was such a beautiful lady and so proud to have such a beautiful family .
Our deepest and sincere condolences to all the family, Grace was like a second mom to myself and my family, I loved that she was a devoted Blue Jays fan she will be gravely missed. Rest in Peace Mom love you.
So sorry to learn of your moms passing.I only knew her to be full of life and I certainly know where her daughter gets her personality from Take care of you.!!!
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Heart and Stroke Foundation
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Heart and Stroke Foundation
Prayers and hugs for you all Thinking of you Dan n Laureen
To the Chapman family. Sorry to hear of the news of Grace passing. May she rest in peace.
To my sister Grace. Sorry I didn't have the chance to say goodby. May you rest in peace. Janet and Bill.
So sorry for the loss of your mom, grandma. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our deepest sympathies for Aunt Grace's family, she was one very special lady and will be greatly missed.
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was such a sweet lady and I always enjoyed talking to her.
My condolences to the Chapman family.Your Mom was a very special lady. RIP Grace. 🙏
Sorry for your loss of your mom,Grandmother,and Great Grandmother condolences to your family at this difficult time.
Pat and I were so saddened to hear of Aunt Graces' passing. She was a very special lady. We are thinking of the family at this time.
Our thoughts are with all of you during this most difficult time. Aunt Grace was always the quiet one but always with a smile.
My sincere condolences to the Chapman family. May your memories carry you through this difficult time and God speed through the pain.
Sincere condolences to the Chapman family, may she rest in peace!
Very sorry to hear Aunt Grace has passed. We will remember her always smiling, happy to have family with her. Our condolences to the family.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Heart and Stroke Foundation
So sorry for your loss. Marg Trottman-Graham
My sincere condolences go out to the Chapman family
Our sincere condolences to all family of Aunt Grace. She was such a wonderful, caring lady. I always told her she my Queen of Colborne. She will be sadly missed. Our thoughts, love and prayers to all of you.
So sorry to hear about Grace. Our condolences to Lorraine and the entire Chapman family.
Our condolences to the Chapman family. Grace was a beautiful lady inside and out. Always enjoyed our visits Grace will be truly missed. Sending love to all.
My condolences go out to the Chapman family. RIP
Our condolences.
Rest in peace aunt Grace.
My utmost of condolences to Grace’s family. I’m very grateful to have had her as a client. Beautiful woman, inside and out.
Our sincerest condolence to the family during this sad time.
Heaven has received a gentle soul in your beloved mom. Sending sincere condolences to all of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren
So sorry to hear of Grace passing. She was a wonderful gentle kind lady and my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
My condolences to the entire Chapman family 💖💐 I have many a fond memory of Mama Grace. Hugs to you all, hold those memories close. She was certainly proud of you all.💐💖🫶🏼 Jeanie H
I am truly sorry for your loss but what a long life Grace had. What a lady she was. I hope her family treasures her memory. She will be dearly missed. And to Cole, thank you for helping me with your families history/tree. I am sorry for the loss of your grandmother knowing that you were very fond of her. (Mo)
To all Grace's children and those who loved her, my sincere condolences. She was such a dear, sweet woman and will be greatly missed. Wishing you comfort and peace to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart.
Sending our deepest condolences and love to all of her friends and family. All of you have been blessed with so many wonderful memories.
My deepest condolences on your loss of this special lady. May your many years of memories give you comfort in the days ahead. Grace was named perfectly. She was always full of grace, so kind, funny & had so much love. Bless you Grace.