James William Chapman

James William Chapman passed away on October 7, 2016. Jim was born November 16, 1960 to the late Vernon and Helen (Ackerman) Chapman. He grew up in Brookfield, IL and attended Riverside Brookfield High School where he played varsity ice hockey. Jim was a skilled tradesman who worked as a plumber and a private contractor. He enjoyed working on cars, fishing, and sports, especially hockey and baseball. His favorite teams were the Chicago Blackhawks and White Sox. Grateful to have shared in his life are his children Joseph (Wendy), Jimmy (Cari), Corey (Andrea), Erika, Emily and Valerie; grandchildren Christopher, Adrianna, and Haley; brother to Cathy, Don (Debra), and the late Gerry; former spouses Mary Beth, Cathy, and Patty; and many cousins and friends. Visitation Wednesday, October 12, 2016, 3 P.M. to Time of Service 7:30 P.M. at Hitzeman Funeral Home Ltd., 9445 West 31st Street, Brookfield, IL 60513. Interment Private Chapel Hill Gardens West Cemetery. Information at 708-485-2000 or www.HitzemanFuneral.com