Elizabeth Rae Chapman
May 19, 1989 - February 11, 2026
Elizabeth Rae Chapman, age 36, of Townsend, DE, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
Born in Schenectady, NY, on May 19, 1989, she was a daughter of Raymond and Linda (Gavin) LaBrie. Elizabeth was a graduate of Suny Canton College. She dedicated her life to caring for her family.
Elizabeth loved spending her free time horseback riding. Her most cherished memories were made with her family.
Elizabeth was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Frank Gavin; and paternal grandfather, Clarence LaBrie. She is survived by her loving husband of 15 years, Matthew W. Chapman; children, Tyler and Tanner; parents, Raymond and Linda LaBrie; siblings, Katelyn LaPlante and Benjamin LaBrie; maternal grandmother, Regina Gavin; and paternal grandmother, Annette LaBrie.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 5 pm until 7 pm on Friday, February 20, 2026, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 275 East Main Street, Middletown, DE. A funeral Mass will be offered at 10:30 am on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at St. Joseph Parish, 319 East Main Street, Middletown, DE. Inurnment will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Elizabeth’s memory via Venmo @Matthew-Chapman-87
Lois Wilkinson
One of the most God living, kind and caring persons I have met. Will miss our Bible Studies with Elizabeth heading them up. We will continue them in her honor. Maybe perpetual light shine upon her soul 🙏🙏🙏
Joe Brennan
May the Peace of Christ be with you and may your family find consolation and strength in the Love that you shared with each one of them.
Mike & Emily Young
Elizabeth made it so clear that every moment of her life was filled with joy for her family. Matt,Tyler and Tanner, you were truly her whole heart. We are holding you close in our thoughts and prayers and sending so much love.
Lola Valentino
Unfortunately I didn’t have the pleasure of meeting Elizabeth. I knew her parents Linda and Raymond, my heart aches for the whole family. I pray the good lord will give you the strength to carry on and keep Elizabeth’s memories alive. My deepest condolences. Sending warm hugs and prayers.
Valerie R
I feel very fortunate to have met and spent time with Elizabeth. What an amazing person she was to everyone who knew her. May she live on through her children and continue to make the world a better place.
Janice O
Oh Matt, my heart is breaking for you and your kids, and her parents and family. Elizabeth lives on in the hearts of all of you and everyone who has ever had the privilege of crossing paths with her. We were truly blessed by her presence in this world. Sending love and strength to you, and may the memories of her life with you bring comfort in the coming days and weeks ahead. ❤️🥰✨️
Darla Nelson/ Darla’s Dobermans
Elizabeth and I met several years ago when she was looking for a Doberman Puppy. I often called her Super Woman…Because of her fierce energy and the love of her family. I so Loved our chats. It was the love of the Doberman breed that brought us together… For that I am thankful…She loved the breed as much as I did… I feel very honored to have met such a God fearing family…. Into Gods hand we place Elizabeth. Many thoughts and prayers to Matthew, Tyler and Tanner… We love you guys… We are here if you need us…
Jason goldberg
I am so sorry for the loss. I managed the STEP barn back at the start of the 2000s and she was one of our best volunteers, we worked at the program together often. To this day, I still thought of her as one of my “kids”. She will be missed always
Kay White
Elizabeth was a sweet, kind, and loving person who loved her children, husband, family all those that came into her life and horses of STEP that she gave countless hours providing for their care. It is a sad day for all of us with her passing.