Dr. W. Scott Chapman

Dr. W. Scott Chapman, age 58, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 1:29 PM, Sunday, November 5, 2017, at his home under the care of St. Anthony’s Hospice. Scott was a quiet man whose life was loud and full of laughter and love. His wisdom and generosity as a friend and mentor was second only to his love and compassion as a husband and father. Scott was an accomplished woodworker who enjoyed shooting, fishing, and music; and was a member of the Henderson tennis community. In all of these things, Scott was a generous man, giving of himself and his talents. Scott graduated in 1981 from Western Kentucky University with his undergraduate degree and in 1985 from University of Louisville Medical School. He completed his internship in 1986 at East Tennessee College of Medicine in Johnson City, TN and then went on to complete his residency in 1989 at the University of South Florida in Tampa, FL. Dr. Chapman worked for 14 years with Owensboro Health Regional Hospital as Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services. In 2012, the hospital presented him with The President’s Award in recognition of his excellence as a physician. Dr. Chapman made a significant impact in the mental health field and provided genuine and compassionate care for his patients. Preceded in death by his father, William Leslie Chapman, and his wife, Mary Anne (Kotheimer) Chapman, and his In-laws, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Kotheimer. Survivors include: Wife: Veronica (Standridge) Chapman of Henderson, KY, 3 Sons: Michael Chapman of Tahoe City, CA, Taylor Chapman of Henderson, KY, Clay Chapman of Henderson, KY, 2 Step-Daughters: Morgan Powell-Durand and husband Alex of Corydon, KY, Victoria Powell-Lucas and husband Ben of Bowling Green, KY, Mother: Norma Jean Chapman of Cadiz, KY, Mother-In-Law: Martha Standridge of Henderson, KY, Sister: Marilyn White and husband John of Eddyville, KY, 5 Grand Dogs, Nieces and Nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to Scott’s Life Celebration from 2:00- 8:00 PM Wednesday at Benton-Glunt Funeral Home and again on Thursday from 9:00 AM until the service time at First Assembly of God. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, November 9, 2017 at the church with Pastor Jeff Ferguson and Reverend Gary Chapman officiating. Burial will follow in Fernwood cemetery in Henderson, KY. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Owensboro Regional Hospital: Hospital Suites 1201 Pleasant Valley Rd, Owensboro, KY 42303. Arrangements entrusted to Benton-Glunt Funeral Home, A Life Celebration® Home, online condolences may be made at www.bentonglunt.com

Dr. W. Scott Chapman

April 16, 1959 - November 5, 2017