The obituary notice of David CHAPMAN

A Tribute to Dave Chapman
There are people who step into your life quietly but leave a mark that lasts forever. For me, one of those people was Dave Chapman.
I met Dave at DC Engineering at a time when I needed just one person to believe in me. I didn’t have the qualifications, the confidence, or the background that most firms were looking for — but Dave looked past all that. He saw something in me that I didn’t yet see in myself.
He gave me my first real break in engineering.
He opened the workshop door and said, in his own way, “Come on then — let’s see what you can do.”
That small act of trust changed the entire direction of my life.
Dave didn’t just give me work; he gave me a chance to grow. He brought me onto the steelworks during shutdowns, trusted me with serious machinery, and spoke for me when others overlooked me. Because of him, I went from feeling like I wasn’t good enough to standing as a skilled mechanical fitter that engineers would ask for by name.

I’m grateful to him. I remember him with respect. And I honour him by carrying forward the opportunity and kindness he showed me.

I first worked for Dave at DC engineering and had many a laugh and joke with Dave as he a a great sence of humour and he was a very approachable and fair boss, a true gentleman that loved his family deeply and will be sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him sending love to his family x
RIP DAVE
GAMBO

So sad to learn of this. Dave employed me for a number of years. He was the best and a very fair boss and somebody you could always turn to. A true gentleman and very friendly and approachable. I often think of him. RiP Dave you live on in our memories. Love and condolences to the Chapman family. 🙏

Dave was a great Rover and will be sadly missed. My thoughts are with his family at this difficult time

So sorry to see this I've known dave and worked for him quite a few times
Peter hurley

Sad to read this, my condolences to the family of David. Had the pleasure of meeting him many times when he visited my shop in Ashby. RIP Sir.