Roger Lee Chatman, Sr., 61, Rushville, MO, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2016, after his heart slowed him into a calm, forever sleep. An endless amount of support was given throughout his heart transplant journey. The combined hope and love wasn’t enough, and the Lord called him home.

Funeral services will be Thursday, August 11, 2016 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Oak Hill Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be from 10-11:00 AM Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Luke’s Heart Institute and may be left in care of the funeral home. Online condolences to the family may be left at www.arensbergpruett.com.

He was born December 14, 1954, in Spray, NC, the son of Carl P. and Norma (Slimmer) Chatman. His mother raised him through the Shannon Hill Grade School, Rushville Elementary School and Atchison High School. He was united in marriage to Marilyn Goodpasture on September 23, 1972, in Atchison, KS, then moved to Rushville, MO, in 1989.

He was a hard-working man of many trades, and was known to help and teach others. Although he worked at Carnation, as a maintenance man for 20 years, he had a car lot, remodeled homes, fixed radiators, fixed and painted cars, and much more. He enjoyed his retired years outdoors with his family fishing, four wheeling, Harley riding, cooking, giving advice, and just enjoying his four children and twelve grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Marilyn and mother Norma. His children and their families include son, Roger and Heather (Reese) Chatman with Zander, Kaylee, and Kelsey; three daughters, Beth and Tony Baker with Garrett, Levi, and Andrew; Brenda and Jake Perry with Shianne Chatman, Morgan and Jacob; Bridgett and Heath Baker with Montana, Madison, and Heath, Jr. all are of Atchison, KS, Brother, Carl “Bud” Chatman, and sister Paula Clem.

Deceased siblings include Jane Torrez and Daniel Chatman.