Marie Chatman
abril 10, 1951 -
febrero 25, 2021
Marie Chatman, age 69, passed away on Thursday, February 25, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Natchez, Mississippi on April 10, 1951, Marie was the daughter of the late James Chatman and Frances Cain.
Marie attended schools in Mississippi and graduated from DePaul University in Chicago, IL, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science. Throughout life, she worked in customer service for Walmart for 5 years, prepared taxes for H & R Block for 15 years, and as a substitute teacher for Kenosha Unified School District No. 1 for 15 years. While working as an IT specialist, she was with the Sears Corporation for 36 years, and retired in 2006.
Having many interests, Marie enjoyed spending time at the casino, listening to music and playing the piano, stepping, being on a bowling league, was known to be the mac & cheese Queen and loved her annual family reunions. She was also a choir pianist and director for Coleman Chapel AME Church, was a member of the Board of Trustees with Coleman Chapel AME Church, and on the Finance Committee for Coleman Chapel AME Church.
Marie will be dearly missed by her daughter, Cassandra Chatman; her sisters, Doretha Holmes of Houston, Tx; Rosetta Myles of Natchez, MS; Frances Lorraine Chatman of Kenosha, WI; her brothers, Frank James and Roosevelt (Joann) Chatman of Natchez, MS; Nathaniel Chatman of Ferguson, MO; Charles Edward (Mildred) of Kenosha, WI; her God-daughters, Chanette Chatman of Kenosha, WI and Verressia Chatman of Natchez, MS.
In addition to her parents, Marie was preceded in death by her brothers, Thomas, Robert and Lawrence Chatman.
A special thanks to nurses Jordan, Gracie and Soni at the Aurora Medical Center for their amazing attention and care of Marie.
Información del servicio
Funeral services honoring Marie’s life will be held on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at 12:00 p.m at Piasecki Funeral Home 3720 39th Avenue.
A visitation for Marie will be held on Thursday, March 4, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. The visitation and service may be viewed via livestream on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at on the following link facebook.com/PiaseckiFuneralHome/live/. No necesitas Facebook para verlo.
El entierro privado se llevará a cabo en el Sunset Ridge Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances may be made to Cassandra Chatman.
Due to public health concerns, and in compliance with CDC guidelines, only 50 people will be permitted to enter the funeral home at one time. For safety of our guests, you may be asked to wait outside. Social distancing will be maintained and those in attendance are required to wear a face covering. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this difficult time.
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Rachael SchickWhat a kind, caring, and intelligent person. I've known her for quite some time at H&R Block. She will always resonate in our hearts. She is a teacher and will always be one. She taught us to live and love. To Marie! Be and always will be a blessing to is all!
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john g schulzMarie will always be remembered as the best piano player in Coleman Chapel AME church. Who always help the Men's Day programs with every song they need to learn. She was kind in many ways. Loved by many for her Mac and Cheese. She was excellent in the finances of Coleman Chapel church. Was a great trustee in Coleman Chapel knowledgeable. We all loved her dearly she will be sadly missed by me. She is going to be a big void in Coleman Chapel.
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Ellen GrimmerI had the pleasure of meeting this angel 3 years ago at H&R Block. She was such a joy to work with. Always patient and easy to talk to. We shared many laughs together. My condolences and prayers go out to the Chatman family. She will be missed dearly!
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Barbara Smith WinstonMy sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to the Chatman family upon the homegoing of Marie. May our Almighty savior comfort and send you peace during these most difficult times. Love to you all the way from Lower Woodville Road in Natchez, Mississippi. Barbara Smith Winston
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Kelly & Michael GehrkeI was so sorry to hear about Marie’s passing. Your sister was one of the kindest, most special people I was lucky enough to know. I always loved seeing her at work or having her for my substitute. I hope you find comfort in knowing everyone who knew your sister were touched by her warmth. Marie will be remembered so fondly and missed terribly. Take strength from the support of family and loved ones knowing she will always live on in your memories. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
