Lillian F. Chapin

July 10, 1922 – April 15, 2012

Lillian F. Chapin passed away on Sunday April 15. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio on July 10, 1922 to George and Mary (Lyzck) Dorthy. She is preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband, Harry H. Chapin, Sr., sisters Florence Kurtz and Martha Knapper, and grandson, Anthony Chapin.

Lillian is survived by daughters Jackie Finch and husband John of Grand Prairie, TX; Roberta Miller and husband Mike of League City, TX; and son, Harry Chapin, Jr. of Dickinson, TX. Lillian was also blessed with 7 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Grandchildren include Valerie and Jim Black of Taos, New Mexico; Adam Scarborough of Grand Prairie, TX; Chris and Holly Scarborough of The Colony, TX; , Jana and Les Hicks of Grand Prairie, TX; Kevin and Nicki McDonald of Katy, TX, Matthew McDonald of New York, NY, and Anthony Chapin.

Lillian grew up in Cleveland, Ohio and in early adulthood, while working in a candy shop, met the love of her life, a handsome sailor who had just joined the Coast Guard and ultimately retired as a Commander. They married on July 8, 1941 and had a beautiful life until his passing in 1994. During their marriage, Lillian became very active in the Propeller Wives Club, a group of military wives who served their community in charitable outreach. But Lillian is best known for her love of family and friends, finding immense joy in each and every one of them. She was the ultimate homemaker and mother/grandmother. She will always be remembered for her wonderful meals, her beautiful flowers, and her creativity with ceramics. In addition, her special cheesecake recipe continues to be passed down to family and friends.

In 2008, Lillian became a resident of Emeritus of Friendswood Assisted Living and in 2010 became a resident at Baywind Village Convalescent Home in League City, where she passed peacefully on April 15. Our family wishes to thank the staff at both facilities for the loving care, kindness, and support they provided “Ms. Lillian.”

Lillian will be greatly missed by her family and friends, but remains forever in our hearts.

Visitation

Friday April 20, 2012

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Forest Park East Funeral Home

21620 Gulf Freeway

Webster, TX 77598

Graveside Service

12:30 PM

Forest Park East Cemetery

21620 Gulf Freeway

Webster, TX 77598