Roger Patrick Chapin
1946 - 2013

Mr. Roger Patrick Chapin of Caroline, Alberta passed away suddenly at home on January 25, 2013 at the age of 66 years.
Roger is survived by his loving wife Colleen Chapin of 36 years; son Tomlin (Samantha), and daughter Bonnie Chapin (Derek Verburg), granddaughter Adyson Chapin, a very special friend Gail Dingman as well as one brother Tomlin Chapin; one sister Dorothy (Dan) Moser; mother in law Dorothy (Robert) Hooper as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends. He was predeceased by his son Darrell Chapin; mother and father Kathleen and Tomlin Chapin; father in law Jack McBride; brothers Clarence, Roy, Scotty and Basil; sister’s Doreen Currie and Marry Elliot.
Roger was born at Rocky Mountain House on September 2, 1946. He grew up in the Drumheller and Caroline areas with a love for the west country where he met the love of his life Colleen McBride. From here they started their journey in life together and never looked back. First to come along was their pride and joy Darrell, he lit up their world, along with their second son Tomlin and daughter Bonnie. He was a hardworking man who always provided for his family by doing what he loved, the logging industry. Family always came first in Roger’s heart . He enjoyed the little things in life, and had great appreciation for life. When there was a camping or quading trip in place his face would light up and the countdown was on. He fought hard but always played harder. He will be remembered as the strongest and caring man we knew. His smile and laughter will always touch our hearts and never be forgotten.
A funeral service will be held at the Caroline Church of the Nazarene Thursday, January 31, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. Interment to follow at the Caroline Cemetery and luncheon at the Caroline Legion. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Alberta Cancer Foundation. Heartland Funeral Services Ltd., Innisfail entrusted with arrangements. 403.227.0006. www.heartlandfuneralservices.com.