Frederick Lee Chappell was born on August 11, 1962, to Carrie Lee McKoy and Frank Chappell Jr. On February 12, 2026, he peacefully transitioned from this life, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

Frederick was a light in the lives of all who knew him. He carried a smile that could brighten any room and a spirit that brought joy wherever he went. He created cherished memories with his nieces and nephews—days spent in the park, sharing ice cream, taking long walks filled with laughter, and simply enjoying one another’s company. As the years passed, he poured that same love into his great-nieces and great-nephews, continuing his role as the fun, caring, and devoted uncle.

Frederick’s life reflected agape love—an unconditional love that expected nothing in return. If “perfect imperfection” could be embodied in one person, it would have been Frederick. He loved freely, forgave easily, and lived authentically.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Carrie Lee McKoy and Frank Chappell Jr.

Frederick leaves to cherish his memories four brothers, three sisters, and three step-siblings: Franklin (Audrey), Jerome (Lora), Sherrod (Shirlene), Geraldine, Carrie Mae, Doris, Cokey, Frankie Young (Barbara), Lassie, and Maddie.

He also leaves behind his special nieces and nephews, who were like his own children: Sabrina (Toboris), Amanda, Kary, Taliyah, Christopher (Crystal), Shaunda, Sheronda, Sherrod Jr., Kimberly (Samuel), and Michael.

In addition, he leaves a host of other nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends who will forever hold his memory close to their hearts.

A Tribute from His Twin Brother, Franklin “Flag”

My twin brother’s gone, but in my heart you’ll stay.

We shared our dreams in our own special way.

Childhood buddies through thick and thin,

We had each other’s backs, true kin.

When one was down, the other would lift,

Keeping each other going was our lifelong gift.

We said we’d never part, come what may,

Cranking up the tunes and dancing the pain away.

We’d let the music take control of our bones,

Dancing like happiness was all we’d known.

Our spirits would shake, we’d sing out loud,

Those memories remain—I still feel them now.

My best friend’s gone, and I carry this pain.

How do I keep going with this heart in vain?

Goodbye, Freddy—I’ll see you on the flip side.

Forever with me, right here you’ll reside.

—Your twin, Franklin “Flag,” who loves you always