Former longtime resident, Mr. James Russell Chapman, passed away Dec. 15, 2020, in Pennsylvania. Jim’s life and times on the Eastern Shore of Virginia will be celebrated by his fellow American Legion members Saturday, June 26, 2021, at Post 56. Jim had many passions in life, besides his beloved family, and The American Legion was at the top of that list.
Jim held every significant position within this veteran’s organization to include Post Commander, Post Adjutant, District Commander, Department Vice Commander, Department Judge Advocate, and finally Department Commander for The State of Virginia.