George C. Chappell

George Clarence Chappell, born April 13, 1935, to George Clay Chappell and Edna Chappell, lived a life defined by faith, family, service, and friendship.

George proudly served his country through the United States Army, United States Air Force, and National Guard, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant. In addition to his military service, he built a long and dedicated career with Ford Motor Company as a tool and die welder, retiring in 2005.

Throughout his life, George was blessed to share his journey with three wives, Lois, Sondra, and Marjorie, each of whom preceded him in death. He later found companionship and happiness with his loving partner, Jane Peterson, who survives him.

George's greatest blessing and joy was his family. He is survived by his son, Samuel (Carla) Chappell; daughters, Leah Scalf and Jo (Craig) May; and six grandchildren, Joshua (Kasey) May, Rebeccah (Randall) Bullock, Jordyn (Blair) Brown, Emily (Charles) Kessler, Rachael Scalf, and Matthew Scalf. He was also blessed with ten great-grandchildren, who brought him tremendous pride and joy.

George loved Jesus, and his faith was an important part of the life he lived. He was fully devoted to his family, caring deeply for those he loved and affectionately calling them his "treasures." To George, family was not simply part of his life. They were the heart of it.

He also had a remarkable gift for friendship. George made friends wherever life took him, and it seemed that no matter how far he traveled, he would inevitably run into someone he knew. His easy connection with others reflected a life rich in friendships and relationships built over many years.

George leaves behind a legacy of faith, service, love, and devotion to family. Those who knew him will remember a man who treasured his family, loved his friends, served his country, worked hard, and lived his life with a deep and abiding faith in Jesus.

His family was his blessing and his joy, and to them, George was a treasure as well.

A visitation will be held on Friday, November 20, 2026, from 11AM-1PM at Flanner Buchanan-Washington Park East. A funeral service will follow, beginning at 1PM. George will be laid to rest in Washington Park East Cemetery.