John Robert "Bo" Chapman

     John Robert “Bo” Chapman, age 76 of Alto Pass, died Saturday, February 4, 2023 at Integrity Healthcare in Anna. He was born August 2, 1946 in Carbondale, the son of John Edwin and Thelma (Hands) Chapman. He married Norma Roof, she preceded him in death on September 11, 2015.

     Bo is survived by his son, Chris Chapman of Cobden; best friend, Pepper; three grandchildren, Dawn (Ryan) Cerar, Briese (Manzell) Henry, John Christopher Chapman; four great-grandchildren, Abigail and Anzleigh Cerar, Zidane and Azaela Henry; former wife and dear friend, Martha Mayer of Murphysboro; brother, George F. (Jana) Chapman of Sevierville, TN; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Norma Chapman; son, John F. Chapman and daughter in law, Andria Chapman.

     Bo worked forty-two years as a dispatcher for the Railroad until his retirement. After moving back to Southern Illinois he attended the Congregational Church in Alto Pass for many years. Bo was a sports enthusiast, he enjoyed playing softball and golfing. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinal and Notre Dame fan.

     Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Alto Pass with Pastor Don Cox officiating. Interment will be in the Alto Pass Cemetery. Friends may visit after 11:00 a.m. and until the service at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Alto Pass. Memorial contributions may be made to Sandra’s Comfort. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

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