Reuben Edward Chapman

Reuben E. Chapman, 88, of Oshkosh, WI formerly of Laurens, IA died on Tuesday, September 26, 2006 in Oshkosh. He was born on December 17, 1917 in Laurens, IA the son of Edward J. and Pearl R. Franksain Chapman. Reuben married Helen M. Johnson on April 23, 1941 in Laurens. Helen preceded him in death on September 8, 2004. After Helen died Reuben moved to Oshkosh to be with his daughter, Rosanne.Reuben had been a member of the United Methodist Church, Laurens and was fond of his cats and dogs and enjoyed gardening and chatting with neighbors.Survivors include his daughter, Rosanne (William) Lowrie of Oshkosh, WI; five grandchildren, Michael and Carrie Lovejoy, Tom Lowrie, Melissa (Kirk) Schmidt, and David Houser; three brothers John (Donna) Chapman, Bernard (Roberta) Chapman, and Earl (Eileen) Chapman; three sisters, Beth (Ray) Ford, Marjorie (Bob) Kaufman, and Josephine Sarvold.Reuben was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Helen, one son, Donald Chapman, and one brother, Jim Chapman.The funeral service will be on Saturday, September 30, 2006 at 10:00 AM at the United Methodist Church, Laurens with the Rev. Larry McAlpine officiating. Family and friends may call at the Smith-Loterbour-Powers Funeral Home on Friday from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. Burial will be in Laurens Cemetery.

United Methodist Church



2644 Hwy 116
Eureka
WI
54934

Saturday, September 30, 2006
10:00 AM