Elbert Sanford Chapman, Jr. of Laurens, S.C., 83 was called to his heavenly home on January 27, 2020.
He was predeceased by his parents, Elbert Chapman, Jr., Louise Armstrong Chapman,and a brother, Mason Chapman. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Joyce Owings Chapman; four children, Teresa Thompson (Hunter), Tim Chapman (Laura), Elizabeth Bailess (Ronnie), Glenn Chapman (Alice); five grandchildren, Erin, Jordan, Victoria, Johnathan, Thomas, nine great grandchildren, and a new loving pet, Pretty Girl, who brightened his life.
Sanford worked as a project manager most of his life. Graduating from Clemson University at 73 he fulfilled his life long goal and began a new chapter of work. He loved living his life for the Lord and church. His daily routine included praying for each member of his family by name. Sanford was a member of CenterPoint Wesleyan Church. Living on the family farm, gardening, and watching birds.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, February 1, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. at CenterPoint Wesleyan Church, 5595 Hwy 49, Laurens, SC 29360, friends will be received one hour prior. A private interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to CenterPoint Wesleyan Church, 5595 Hwy 49, Laurens, SC 29360 or your charity of choice.