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Ronald Chapin LADSON - CWO4 Navy (Ret) Ronald Clayton Chapin, 76, of Ladson, died May 21, 2010, at his residence. Born June 3, 1933, in Buffalo, New York, he was the son of the late Melvin Chapin and Mary Powell Chapin. He graduated from high school and went on to enlist in the Navy fighting in both the Vietnam war and Korean conflict. He served our country proudly for over 32 years as part of the Mobile Mine Assembly Group. In his later years, he was very active with the VFW Post #3433, the American Legion and also the Fleet Reserve. He will be sadly missed by his sons, Michael Chapin of Charleston, WV and Ronald David Jeffery Chapin and his wife, Dotty of Logan, WV; his daughters, Veronica Chapin Catalano and her husband, Steve of Jacksonville, FL, Missy (Brenda) Allport of Martinez, GA, Linda Follett and her husband, Dan of West Palm Beach, FL, and Arlene Phelps and her husband, William of Summerville, SC; his brothers, Paul Chapin and his wife, Sue of Fort Lauderdale, FL, and David Chapin and his wife Peg of Elma, NY; and his sister, Marjorie Schunk and her husband, Art of New Smyrna Beach, FL. The family will receive friends Monday, May 24, 2010 from 6-8 p.m., at MCALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, GOOSE CREEK CHAPEL. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 25, 2010, in the funeral home chapel with burial to follow at Plantation Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5900 Core Rd, Suite 504, North Charleston, SC 29405. Arrangements being handled by MCALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, GOOSE GREEK CHAPEL, 869 St. James Ave., Goose Creek, SC 29445 (843) 553-1511. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on May 23, 2010.

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Arlene Phelps

June 3, 2010

Dad,I am really missing you so much right now!!! I just hope that you knew in your heart how much I loved you...My heart is still aching for you but I know now that you are in a better place and that you are not suffering anymore. I love you Dad!! Love, Arlene

Veronica Chapin

June 3, 2010

Dad, I miss you so much. Who am I going to argue with now?
I have started to call you numerous times today to wish you a Happy Birthday. My heart is aching.
The only comfort I have is knowing your suffering is finally over. I love you. Love, Veronica

Bobbie & John Loonam

May 25, 2010

We served with Ron and enjoyed knowing his family in New London, CT and Malta. He was a good shipmate and had a great family.Our heartfelt sympathy to his family.

Mary Louden

May 24, 2010

I guess Uncle Ron finally knows the answer to the long debate, can schnauzers go to heaven? He used to say his was the only perfect dog, but I told him perfect dogs usually only happen with perfect owners. Of course he agreed with me! - his Indy neice, Mary (Schunk) Louden aka Mary Ellen.

Betsy Penrow

May 24, 2010

Missy, so sorry for your loss.May God's Blessing confort you in your time of sorrow.My prayers are with you and your family .

Lakessia Johnson

May 24, 2010

Missy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Philip DeChene

May 24, 2010

Ron and I served together at NavMag Subic in the Philipines in support of Carrier Operations. I valued his advice and enjoyed his freindship.

Doug & Helen Johnson

May 23, 2010

Michael, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We both love you.

Don Mucheck

May 23, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Phil Beckwith

May 23, 2010

Ron will be missed, Will meet you in the big shop in the sky Ron. Keep the coffee hot. :-))

Jim McDonough

May 23, 2010

Ron and I retired from the Navy in Oct 1981 in a Joint Ceremoney. He knew my wife and I well and was a good friend and shipmate. I know he has gone thru many difficult medical problems which are now over. Please accept my deepest sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ron Swart

May 23, 2010

I served under Ron in the Philippines and he was a good officer. He will be missed.

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