Chrisstell Chapman

It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the peaceful passing of Chrisstell Chapman on April 13, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on December 23, 1942, in the quaint town of Forest, Mississippi, Chrisstell lived a life filled with love, devotion, and unwavering faith. Chrisstell was the cherished daughter of the late Mattie Christine Anderson and George Handford. She was predeceased by her beloved brother John Pullum, her sister Lillie Ree Conley, and her dear son-in-law David Williams. Her legacy of love and kindness lives on through her surviving family members: her devoted daughter, Lisa, her loving sisters, Betty Jones (Lee), Helen Jones (Henry), Linda P (Luciano), and Jean Love, and her cherished brother, Bill Pullum. Chrisstell was a proud grandmother to four grandchildren—Eric Toland, Cierra Shirley, Carlese Shirley, and Meisha Williams—and a doting great-grandmother to five great-grandchildren, Isabela Belmont, Jacob Williams, Aiden Brown, Cumari Williams, and Skylar. She also leaves behind her beloved aunt, Lois Tyler, and a host of adoring nieces, nephews, and cousins. Chrisstell dedicated an impressive 31 years of her professional life to General Motors, where she was a respected and valued member of the team until her retirement. Her work ethic, dedication, and kindness left an indelible mark on her colleagues and the organization. Beyond her career, Chrisstell was a pillar of her community and a faithful servant of the Lord. She was an active member of Mt Carmel Baptist Church, where she found solace and strength in her faith. Her generosity, compassion, and unwavering spirit were a testament to her deep-seated beliefs and her commitment to helping others. A celebration of Chrisstell's life will be held on May 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Carnie P Bragg Funeral Home in Paterson, NJ. Family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched are invited to gather and honor the remarkable woman she was. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Chrisstell's memory to Mt Carmel Baptist Church, ensuring that her spirit of giving continues to benefit the community she loved so dearly. Chrisstell Chapman's life was a beautiful tapestry of love, devotion, and kindness. Her memory will forever be etched in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know her. May she rest in eternal peace, cradled in the arms of the angels she so deeply believed in.