William “Buck” Chapman

William “Buck” Chapman

William “Buck” Chapman, 85, of Columbia Falls, passed April 13, 2019, surrounded by his family at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.

Buck was born to Kyle and Elva Chapman Oct. 9, 1933, in Kalispell. He received his education from Deer Park country school. After leaving school he worked at the family owned saw mill in Pleasant Valley. In 1951 Buck joined the United States Navy and served his country during the Korean War. He married Ruth Smith in 1957, and they lived together in Columbia Falls. Together they raised four beautiful children.

Buck worked in the logging industry until he retired.

Buck is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ruthie. He leaves as his legacy three children, Sidney (Brenda Depratu), Colene (Michael McHale), and Beverly (Tom Goodheart); three grandchildren, Amanda Chapman Kirkpatrick (Kevin), Alek Ruth Newman (Erik), and Timothy; and one great-grandson, Orion Kirkpatrick. He also leaves to cherish his memory two siblings. His children remember him as an avid hunter, fisherman and outdoorsman who loved to ride horses.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, two brothers, his son Randy, and grandson Brandon.

Services were held April 20, at Fairview Cemetery Chapel, with burial to follow at Fairview Cemetery after the services and graveside rights. A reception followed at the Back Room in Columbia Falls.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Veterans Food Pantry,1349 U.S. Highway 2 E. Kalispell, MT 59901.

Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for the family.