Vernie Whisenant Chapman, 84, of Morganton, NC, passed away Tuesday, May 9, 2023.
Born in Burke County, NC on December 18, 1938, she was the daughter of the late J. Lloyd Whisenant and Ellie Smith Whisenant.
Vernie was a member of Zion Baptist Church and retired from Broughton Hospital after 42 years of service. Previously she was head the Ladies Auxiliary at Oak Hill Fire and Rescue. Vernie was an avid sportsman who enjoyed playing volleyball, softball, and basketball. She was best known for loving on people.
Mrs. Chapman is survived by her husband of 64 years, Don Chapman; sons, Tracy Chapman (Tracy) and Ty Chapman (Cindy); grandchildren, Logan Chapman (Caroline), Halee Powell (Garrett), and Evan Chapman (Angela); great-grandchild, Cooper Powell; sister, Muriel Smith; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Vernie was preceded in death by twelve siblings.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m., Friday, May 12, 2023 at Zion Baptist Church. The funeral will be held at 3 p.m. in the church with Rev. Keith Rose, Rev. Dr. Ralph May, and Rev. David Orders officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Chapman Family, Praying for comfort for all of you during this difficult time.
Vernie was a wonderful person and will be missed by her family and friends. She was joy to know and I know that she is pain free now and celebrating with her Lord and Savior. Prayers for the family during these difficult times and in the days to come. Love you all and appreciate what you do for the community in which you live. Bertie and Jim Bland
Prayers for you and your family❤️
Chapman family, Words can not say how sad this is. I cant imagine lissing your Mother except to she is in the hands of God smiling down on all of you. Her love of God and her family will always carry on. My heart cries with you. Hugs and love from myself and Mom.🙏🙏❤❤
Tracy, I’m so sorry for your loss. Vernie helped raise me at the ballfield. She was one of a kind! I bet Vernie and my mom are playing softball in Heaven. I’m sorry I can’t be there Friday but my thoughts and prayers are with you
So sorry to hear about the passing of your wife, mother, grandmother, overall, your loved one. May you be comforted as you are able to reflect on the joys she brought to her family, co-workers and all she met through her lifetime. Peace and comfort, Jackie C. Kanipe
God bless you all at this time and always. I love you all and will miss my favorite Aunt Vernie! Love and prayers, Rita and Gerald Hoglen