Derek M. Chapman

Derek M. Chapman, 21, of Barnegat passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at home. Born in Long Branch, he grew up in Toms River and Manahawkin and recently moved to Barnegat. Derek was a graduate of 2020 Southern Regional High School, Manahawkin. He was a self-taught guitarist and loved music and singing. A born adventurer, he enjoyed sky-diving. His interests were as unique as he was; from his musical preferences to his choice of cars, he always traveled to the beat of his own drum. Derek worked in construction after graduating, and most recently began working in landscaping. He will be remembered for his generosity to his family and friends. He is survived by his grandmother, Alice Latham, with whom he lived; his brother, Dayton Chapman; his aunt, Stacey Nunziata; his grandfather, Russell Nunziata; and his parents, Jaclyn Nunziata and Dayton P. Chapman. Viewing will be Tuesday from 6-9pm at Forked River Funeral and Cremation Service, 1022 Lacey Road, Forked River. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at a date and time to be announced at Saint Francis RC Church, 4700 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach Township. Previous Events Visitation NOV 29. 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (ET) Forked River Funeral and Cremation Service 1022 Lacey Rd Forked River, NJ 08731 forkedriverfcs@gmail.com https://www.forkedriverfcs.com/ Loading map