Arcola Chapman

Pugh

Arcola Chapman Pugh a native of Grove Hill, AL passed away on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 at her home in Jackson surrounded by her family. Her sunrise was October 7, 1921 in Clarke County to Leveston Chapman Sr. and Naomi Chapman.  She was the sixth of eight children.

Arcola confessed Christ at an early age. She was a devoted and faithful member of Mt. Zion #2 Baptist Church in Grove Hill where she attended Adult Sunday School. She was a member of the Women's Ministry and held the position of Church Mother. She was a member of Amies Pride #590 Order of Eastern Star since 1948, where she served as treasurer for over 45 years.

Arcola worked from home as a homemaker and seamstress.  She enjoyed cooking delicious meals for her family and was well known for her famous caramel and german chocolate cakes. She also enjoyed gardening, working with her plants and relished God's loving presence through the beauty of nature and all His creations.

Arcola was committed to her community and was honored for her service at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Prayer Breakfast on January 15, 2022 as the First African American Poll Worker of Winn-Good Springs Community by the Clark County Commissioners.

Arcola was preceded in death by her husband L. C. Pugh; her parents, Leveston Sr. and Naomi Chapman; One Sister, Lela Chapman Levins; six brothers, Leveston Jr., Clifford, Henry "Buck", Robert, S. T. and R.B. Chapman

Left to cherish her memory are two daughters, Rose Marion Davenport of Southfield, MI. and Carol (Tony) Mims of Mobile, AL.; three grandchildren, Shaun Pugh of Allen, TX., Angela Davenport of Southfield, MI. and Sharard Mims of Montgomery, AL and two great grandchildren; Shauna and Trey Pugh of Allen, TX.; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Public viewing will be held on Wednesday, June 1, from 10:15 until 10:45 a.m., at Mt Zion No. 2 Baptist Church, Grove Hill. The homegoing service will begin promptly at 11 a.m.

Final life celebration has been entrusted to Andrews Funeral Home, 800 Depot Road, Jackson, AL. Condolences may be expressed at www.andrewsfuneralhomejackson.com