Gary "Ted" Chapman passed away peacefully surrounded by, and in the embrace of his 3 sons, on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at his residence, Summerfield Senior Living. He was born April 5, 1953 in McComb, MS and was 70 years of age. Ted was a devoted family man and a lover of all things outdoors. He was a mountain man at heart, or so he wished, weaving tales of grand hunting exploits that left us all in stitches.  Given the choice, he would either be spending time with his children and grandchildren or chasing whitetail deer among the running rivers and deep hardwoods. Both environments were a sanctuary where the bustling demands of life were exchanged for peace and solace. Having graduated from LSU law school, most knew him as an attorney who practiced law for 30 years out of Amite. Ted earned his client's loyalty through steadfastly delivering on his promises and fiercely advocating for their interests. Amongst those who knew him in the courtroom, he had a reputation for being a Pitbull. He is survived by his daughter, Jessica Chapman; sons, Dylan Chapman, Tyler Chapman & Gabriel Chapman; grandchildren, Anna Marie Chapman, Tucker Chapman, Judah Chapman, Dawson Chapman, Raegan Chapman, Brennan Chapman, Kaylan Chapman & Nathan Chapman; sister, Linda Dunn; former spouse (who remained a dear friend to the very end), Gwen Wallace. Preceded in death by his father, Marshall "MC" Chapman, Sr.; mother, Mavis Gill; brother, Marshall Chapman, Jr.; sister, Judy Lenoir; wife, Karen Long. Pallbearers will be Dylan Chapman, Tyler Chapman, Gabriel Chapman, Tucker Chapman, Judah Chapman & Nathan Chapman. Visitation will be held at House on the Rock church in Amite on Tuesday, January 16 from 5:30PM until 9:00PM and Wednesday, January 17 from 9:00AM until 11:00AM. The funeral service will begin at 11:00AM on Wednesday, January 17. Burial will follow at Shiloh Cemetery in Pine Grove. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.