Hazel Pierce Chapman

Hazel Inez Pierce Chapman, age 94, passed away on Saturday December 13, 2014. She was born January 3, 1920 in Falkland, NC. She was a resident at Arbors of Azalea Court in Smyrna, TN at the time of her death under the care of Alive Hospice and the loving staff of Arbors Assisted Living. After moving from her home in Atlanta, GA in 1999, she was a resident at Park Manor Senior Lifestyle Community in Nashville, TN until moving to assisted living in February 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edmund Lawrence Chapman, Sr., married for 51 years; and parents Clarence Edward Pierce and Nannie Olivia Little Pierce. She was a resident of Atlanta, GA from 1940 – 1999, business partner with her husband, Ed Chapman, Surveyor from 1948 – 1990, active member of the Atlanta Club from 1970 – 1999; President of the Atlanta Club, 1991-1992; former Deacon in First Christian Church, Decatur, GA; volunteer in the Auxiliary for DeKalb General Hospital, 1986-1990; a past Member of American Contract Bridge League. Hazel Chapman never met a stranger and was a dear friend to so many during her lifetime. She was a true "Southern Belle" and no one could forget her quick wit and humor. She has left a hole in our hearts but has blessed us with endless memories and stories. Survivors include son, Edmund Lawrence Chapman, Jr. and his wife, Lynn Pierce Chapman of Athens, GA; daughter, Nancy Claire Chapman Deal and her husband, David Franklin Deal of Franklin, TN; sister, Anne Villwock of Milledgeville, GA.; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. The family would like to express our deep appreciation for the loving care provided by the dedicated staff at the Arbors and by Alive Hospice. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Abe's Garden Alzheimer's and Memory Care Center of Excellence at 115 Woodmont Blvd, Nashville, TN 37205; or Alive Hospice, Inc. at 1718 Patterson Street, Nashville, TN 37203. Graveside services will be 12:15 pm Wednesday December 17th at Floral Hills Cemetery, 3150 Lawrenceville Highway, Tucker, GA. Visitation will be from 10:30 am to 11:45 am at A. S. Turner & Sons, 2773 N. Decatur Rd, Decatur, GA. 30033




Funeral Home:
A. S. Turner & Sons
2773 North Decatur Road
Decatur, GA
30033