Roland "Chappy" James Chaplin, III.

Roland James Chaplin, III. “Chappy”, 90, of Murrells Inlet, SC, passed away on May 7, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his family. He was born March 20, 1936, in Bremerton, WA, son of the late Roland J. Chaplin, Jr. and Christine Turbeville Chaplin.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a son, Kevin James Chaplin.

Chappy proudly served in the United States Army.

Survivors include his beloved wife, Mary Miller Chaplin of Murrells Inlet, SC; three daughters, Melissa Wells, Beverly Ann Wells and Jenifer Fowlkes, all of Murrells Inlet, SC; six grandchildren, and four great grandchildren.

There are no formal services planned at this time.

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Burroughs Funeral Home and Cremation Services (843.651.1440) of Murrells Inlet is assisting the family with arrangements.

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