Kay Chapman

Kay Chapman of Brandon, Mississippi was made whole again on July 22, 2022, at The Arbor at The Orchard in Ridgeland, MS.

Kay was born and Raised in Louisville, MS. She was a proud graduate of Louisville High School and maintained a Lifelong connection to many of her classmates and friends, especially her beloved Girl Scout Troop.

She graduated from MSCW with a B.S. in Elementary Education and a minor in piano. She was a lifelong devotee of that instrument and started playing for St. Johns Lutheran Church at age 12.

After several Teaching years she wished to branch out. Returning to school and obtained an MBA from the University of Southern Mississippi. She worked as a Trainer for then Bell South before venturing into business with childhood neighbor and Lifelong friend, Annette Hand, establishing Kay Anns Hallmark. This remained the most joyous work period of her Life.

Kay is survived by her husband of 52 years, Johnny; son, Philip (Anne); grandson, Ben; brother, Kurt Forster (Judy); and niece, Jill Means.

She is also survived by cousins too numerous to mention but all played a role in her growth and development.

Kay was preceded in death by her parents, Frank H. and Nelle Bryson Forster.

Kay was a loving and Faithful member of Brandon First United Methodist serving various volunteer capacities over the years and as a wedding coordinator.

Visitation will be at 1:30 P.M. Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at Brandon First United Methodist with a Service of Remembrance to follow at 3:00 P.M. conducted by the Reverend Scott Larsen and the Reverend Jim Ormon.

The Family extends its deepest gratitude to the staff at The Rose Garden and The Arbor at The Orchard for their love and care of Kay during her time there. Special thanks also to Kay’s home caregiver, Jenny Woods.

The Family requests donations to Brandon First United Methodist Church, The Alzheimer’s Association or Palmer Home in Lieu of flowers.

You may Live Stream services at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DbuDiTOye98