Fallen Hero: Retired Sergeant Larry Thomas Chapman

Newton, MS

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Funeral Home

Newton County Funeral Home South

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Obituary

Military Service Tribute, Honors, and Obituary:

Recognizing and Honoring a Fallen Hero, Who Served Within the Mississippi National Guard. “Fallen, Yet Not Forgotten”.

In recognition of our proud American tradition of honorable service which our military men and women have given to their country and our State, we honor a Fallen Hero.  Our nation, our state, and the National Guard Association of MS (NGAMS) regard the memorializing of its retired military deceased as an honorable and sacred obligation.

Another great Soldier and Fallen Hero has been released from duty, passed from our ranks on June 11, 2025, and has moved on to his heavenly home. Retired Sergeant Larry Thomas Chapman, age 71, who had served in the 1st Battalion, 204th Air Defense Artillery Regiment has departed and gone to a better place with our Lord and Savior.

It takes a special person to serve within the military for their country, giving up their family time, comfort, and safety for their country, ultimately for all Americans to enjoy their freedoms, safety, and way of life. We now applaud you for your service to our country.  A special message from General Douglas McArthur remains applicable today for our servicemen that have passed: “Old Soldiers never die; they just fade away”.

Rest in Peace Soldier.  We applaud your patriotism, sacrifices, and brave efforts in serving our country and your family for their support of your service. We thank you for your service. Without your efforts and your families’ support, our country would not stand so boldly, shine so bright, and live so free.

You now have earned a rest, so go fly with the Angels, go rest high on that mountain; your work on earth is done. Go to heaven a-shoutin’ Love for the Father and the Son.

Another great Soldier has gone home, “Fallen, Yet Not Forgotten, Soldier for Life”.

Obituary, Visitation, and Service details:

Larry Thomas Chapman, a 71-year-old proud veteran of the United States Army National Guard, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025, in his home surrounded by family and loved ones.

Larry was a lifelong resident of Newton, Mississippi. Larry Joined the United States Army National Guard in 1972. Serving both active and reserve until retiring in 2014 with an honorable discharge. Larry was a dedicated employee with La-Z-Boy South for 30 years, retiring in 2017.

Remaining to cherish Larry’s memory is his spouse of 48 years, Pamela (Easom) Chapman; daughter, Donna Chapman; grandchildren, Justus Vega and Zathienna Sharp; brother, Frank Chapman; nieces and nephews, as well as many friends and loved ones.

Preceding him in death are daughter, Brandi (Chapman) Vega; and his parents, Thomas Chapman and Ella Frances (Milstead) Chapman.

An avid hunter and fisherman, he loved spending time outdoors and with family. A many of many trades, passing his knowledge and experience with his children and grandchildren. We find comfort in knowing that his legacy lives on through the lessons he taught us, the loved he shared, and the memories we will cherish forever, whether through quiet strength, heartfelt advice or simply being present, his fatherly love will forever leave a lasting impression.

A time of visitation will commence for family and friends on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 between the hours of 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm at Newton County Funeral Home South, 100 Old 15 Loop, Newton. A time of celebrating Larry’s life will begin on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 2:00 pm in the funeral home chapel where family and friends may gather two hours prior to the services.  Military graveside services will follow in the Chapman family plot in the Newton Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Newton County Funeral Home.

Family and friends may view and sign an online guestbook at www.newtoncountyfuneralhome.com