Elisa J. Chapman, 48
Elisa Chapman died at home August 3rd after a long battle with cancer.
She was surrounded by the love of her family and friends.
Elisa was born and raised in Syracuse, New York and attended Long Island
University; where she received her Bachelor's degree. She moved to Coeur
d'Alene in 1991. In 2000, she married Bob Chapman in Coeur d'Alene.
Elisa enjoyed riding her 1940 Indian motorcycle and was involved in the
motorcycle community. She was a member of both ABATE and Northwest
Classic Motorcycle Club. Elisa loved the outdoors and enjoyed working in
her flower gardens; but was happiest with the wind in her face riding
her motorcycle or camping on the shores of one of our beautiful lakes.
Her father Elias Burwick preceded her in death. She is survived by her
husband Bob Chapman of Dalton Gardens; step-son Josh Chapman of Post
Falls; step-daughter Kori Daugherty of Columbus, Georgia; her mother
Trudy Artini of Syracuse; brother John Burwick, sister in law Karen
Burwick and niece Emily Burwick all of Jamesville, New York; sister Jill
Burwick of Los Angeles California; and many other family members
throughout New York and Massachusetts.
The family would like to acknowledge Hospice of North Idaho and thank
them for their compassion and support during a difficult time and ask
that in lieu of any flowers, please donate to these tireless angels:
9493 N. Government Way, Hayden, Idaho 83835.
God saw you getting tired
When a cure was not to be,
So he closed his arms around you
And whispered, "Come to me."
You didn't deserve
What you went through,
And so he gave you rest.
God's garden must be beautiful,
He only takes the best.
And when I saw you sleeping
So peaceful and free from pain,
I could not wish you back
To suffer that again.
June 6th, 1968 To August 4th, 2006
Sweetheart
I could shower you in Roses and give you chocolates, but I could do that anytime. Today to me is about how much love I have for you and how great it is to have you in my life. My love for you continues to grow all the time. You're such an important part of my life. I feel your care and love for me, even when we're apart. There's so many things I love about you. Thank you for your love, your sweetness, your friendship and your companionship. Thank you for your patience and acceptance of me. You're everything I want. I truly love you, Mark
Stephani’s Life
Stephani was born June 6th, 1968 in Beach North Dakota. She died August 4th in a motorcycle accident in Montana. She is survived by her parents, her 2 brothers, her grandmother, her beloved aunt and uncle and her boyfriend Mark, his two children Nicole & Toby plus many cousins and loved friends.
She went to Mt Ellis Academy and graduated in 1987. She worked at Camp Mivoden Summers and attended Walla Walla College for the next four years, where she earned a B.S in administration and 2 A.S degrees in accounting. After graduation she worked in Portland, Oregon for a year and then went back to work at Mivoden full time as Food Services Director. She later went to work for the City of Coeur d' Alene in the legal department.
Stephani loved her family, Mark, her cats and her friends. She loved bright colors & flowers. She loved riding the bike with Mark. Most of all she loved life and lived it with a smile and a positive outlook.
Her family thanks each of you for being a part of her life and for all you have done to help us remember her. She would have been overwhelmed by your love and words of encouragement.
