He is survived by his wife Kristen (Pietraszewski) Chappel; mother Cathy (Ed) Koziel; father Phillip Chappel; furry companion Walker; siblings Lianne (Michael) Cox; Melissa Skinner; Dillon (Christine) Chappel; Colton Clark; step-siblings Michael Holden and Eddy Koziel. Grandparents Mary Chappel; Harvey (Sheila) Jaggard; and was preceded in death by grandfather Keith Chappel and brother Sean Jaggard. Also survived by his father and mother in-law Mark and Julie Pietraszewski; Brother-in-law Michael (Melissa) Pietraszewski; and by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and long-time friends.
Phill grew up in Perry, boasting that Letchworth State Park was his backyard. He is fondly remembered for his bravery and belief in love, life, and God until the very end. While a fighter through and through, his kind heart reigned supreme. He focused on joyous thoughts of living a full life by enjoying time with his wife, family, and friends. Telling the stories that never got old, being a super fan of all things Marvel and DC, training and teaching muay thai, gaming on his Xbox, sampling the latest craft beer, and fishing on French River.
Phill would like to be remembered with laughter, love, and a good pint. Please join us for a Remembrance Gathering on Sunday, March 12th from 12-3pm at The Silver Lake Brewing Project, 14 Borden Ave, Perry, NY 14530.
Memorial donations may be made to Camp Good Days & Special Times, Inc. or Grasp, Inc. For more information please call (585) 237-2626 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.eatonwatsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Eaton-Watson Funeral Home, LLC. 98 North Main Street Perry, New York 14530.
