Christopher E. Chatman Sr. of Plant City, FL was a devout individual who prioritized faith, family, and love. He possessed a unique ability to connect with others, making everyone feel like part of his family. Affectionately known as “Crib” by his loved ones and friends, he spent much of his leisure time grilling or frying fish, fostering an atmosphere of love and celebration in his neighborhood. As a coach, mentor, father figure, and deacon, “Mr. Chris” ensured that all his youth mentees felt seen and heard. He leaves behind a legacy of over 40 years of impacting the youth of Plant City, Tampa, and beyond. Chris was a singular individual, an extraordinary man, exemplary father, and dependable friend, and his passing will be deeply felt by all who loved him.
Mt Olive Baptist Church
34th Street Church of God
Dellanda Harrell-Causey
January 20, 2025, 1:31 am
To The Family of Chris aka Big Crib. I send my deepest condolences to you at this time. Chris and I went to Paul Quinn College in Waco, Texas together. I pray for your strength during this time!
Rest on Big Crib!
Dellanda Harrell-Causey
Austin, Texas
Sonya Hadley
January 20, 2025, 3:02 pm
My sincere condolences in the loss of Dea. Chris. He was a blessing to our church and members. He was Always so thoughtful and eager to assist whenever needed.
My prayers for you Sis. Rose for your strength and fortitude to get thru this first phase of bereavement of pain, hurt and sorrow. Only God can get you thru it. I’ll be praying for you go thru the subsequent phases.
I’m also praying for his remaining family for your peace and comfort.
Sending love and care, from Sonya Hadley🌻🌺💛
Suzanne Jackson
January 20, 2025, 8:59 pm
My condolences to the family
Brenda Perkins
January 20, 2025, 9:03 pm
My condolences to GOD be the glory.
Precious Davis
January 22, 2025, 4:01 pm
Precious Davis
Rose out sincere condolences to you and your family in the loss of your husband we pray God’s comfort and peace now and for the days to come🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽
My mother Mrs. Claudia sends her condolences as well and thank Mr.Chris for keeping her trees trimmed.❤️
Becky Sanders Knighten
January 23, 2025, 4:43 pm
Becky Sanders Knighten
January 23, 2025 11:41 a.m.
SINCEREST Condolences and Prayers for the family now and the days ahead. Mr. “Coach” Chatman was a TRUE mentor/encourager for our youth. He helped to instill self-worth and pride for our youth. He will truly be missed.
Gwendolyn Cooper
January 23, 2025, 5:12 pm
I will Miss You my Cousin. We did not see each other much in our later years. Another Loved Person Gone Too Soon💔 You’re with a Lot of Family Up There🙏🏽. Rest In Peace Now💙
Beverly Perkins
January 25, 2025, 12:14 pm
Sending sincere condolences from our family to Chris’ family.
Shelia Williams
January 25, 2025, 11:36 pm
To the family ofChristopher Chapman you are really going to be missed from your classmate class of 83