Alice June Chapman-Wood

The Pawnee Nation Flag is lowered for the passing of Kitkehahki Tribal Member, Alice June Chapman-Wood. Mrs. Chapman-Wood was born August 9, 1938, and returned to the stars on August 29, 2025. Arrangements are being made with Poteet Funeral & Cremation Services in Pawnee, OK 74058.

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Alice June Wood, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister and auntie who passed peacefully on August 29, 2025 in Pawnee, Oklahoma at the age of 87.

Alice was born on August 9,1938 in Pawnee, Oklahoma to Henry and Lonie (Tatum) Chapman. She married Charles Wood on May 13, 1977 until his death in 1982. She was a proud and loving Mother of 3 children, Johnnie Chapman, Ricky Lee Chapman (deceased) and daughter, Charaine Wood. 6 Grandchildren, Tommy Dale, Charlie and Johnnie Alan Chapman, Lisa Gooday, Charley and Allyson Wood. 18 Great grandchildren and 4 Great-Great Grandchildren.

Alice was born the 8th of 11 siblings, six brothers, Basil, Thomas, Earl, Lloyd “Blackie”, Robert, and Charlie Chapman, four sisters Daisy Miller, Wanda and Millie Chapman and Linda Jestes. She grew up on the Chapman home place west of Pawnee and attended Pawnee Indian School.

She spent 38 dedicated years working for Lucent Technologies, formerly Western Electric/AT&T Technologies in Oklahoma City as an electrical technician where she was admired for her work ethic until her retirement. Beyond her career she developed a skill of quilting and created beautiful traditional star blankets in honor of a birth, graduation, marriage or gifts of love to family. If you were fortunate to receive one of her quilts may they warm your body and comfort your soul as you remember the memories she stitched with love for you in mind. Whatever things are true, just, pure, lovely, if there be any praise think on these things – Phillipians 4:8

Alice is survived by son, Johnnie Chapman & (Arlene) and daughter Charaine Wood.

6 loving grandchildren, Tommy Dale, Lisa Gooday & (James), Charlie Chapman & (Maurina), Johnnie Alan & (Amanda) Chapman, Charley and (Jolee) Wood and Allyson Wood. Special mention to granddaughter in-law Jocelyn Chapman.

18 treasured great-grandchildren, Sophie, Feather, Matthew (Ruby), Sara (Cody), Hunter, Alexis, Kimberly, Olivia, Abby, Kayden, Spencer, Cheyenne, Gracie, Dee (Chuck) Abigail, Aiden, Myles and Maci.

4 precious great-great grandchildren, Colby and Camille Leadingfox, Jasper Carroll and Jove Schlesier.

Alice leaves behind her cherished sister and brother in law, Linda and Ronnie Jestes plus a host of Chapman nieces, nephews and her relatives from the StoneRoad and Eaves families. Alice loved her entire family. She will be dearly missed.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles E. Wood, son Ricky Lee Chapman, brothers, Basil, Thomas, Earl, Lloyd, Robert, and Charlie Chapman, sisters, Daisy Miller, Wanda and Millie Chapman. Her parents, Henry and Lonie (Tatum) Chapman.

Alice will be remembered for her kindness, generosity and love of family. She found her greatest joy in being “Grandma” and Great-Grandma and was recently blessed to become Great-Great Grandma. Babysitting and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren was the joy of her life.

She shared a close bond with sister, Linda Jestes who we are thankful for standing by her during her last days and hours. Also to her nieces Jan Fields and Tammy Tubbs who came at a moment’s notice to help in taking care of her. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Karman Legacy Hospice, Nurse Dani and team provided loving care and comfort during Alice’s last days. And to the Pawnee tribe, people and community who provided services, food and comfort to our family. No words can express our gratitude. Deep appreciation to Mark with Poteet Funeral Home for taking the time on his birthday to provide expertise and kindness during such a difficult time.

In Alice’s honor, her oldest grandson Tommy Dale has requested to bring the star quilts gifted to you by her to be displayed during the service.

Tommy Dale Chapman, Charlie Chapman, Johnnie Alan Chapman, Hunter Chapman, Kayden Chapman, Spencer Chapman, Charley Wood and Cody Leadingfox will serve as pallbearers. Ronnie Jestes, Bubba Jestes, John Chapman Young (Chiefy) and all of her Chapman nephews will serve as honorary pallbearers.

Our condolences and prayers go out to the Chapman-Wood Family, may Ati’as Tirawâhat kistîwata irîrakikat (Father in Heaven watch over the ones that mourn/cry).