Chapman-Black Funeral Home, Inc

Chapman-Black Funeral Home, Inc At Chapman-Black Funeral Home, Inc., we pride ourselves on "Celebrating A Life", providing quality products and dignified service at an affordable cost. M. S. T.

In 1920, a young man by the name of H. Chapman moved to Cleveland, Oklahoma. Accepting employment with the King Furniture and Undertaking Company (located where the Cleveland Tag Agency and Munding Insurance Agency are today), Mr. Chapman dedicated himself to providing compassionate and considerate funeral service. Shortly after his arrival in Cleveland he married Thelma Deuel, whose mother Zulu, operated the Merchants Hotel. They purchased the undertaking establishment from J. King in 1927, thus creating the Chapman Funeral Home. For the next three years, they operated the funeral home in a home near the First Baptist Church at 110 South Dunlap. In 1930, the Chapman Funeral Home was moved to the Dr. E. Robinson building at 110 North Broadway. Located in this building for nearly twelve years, they purchased and moved to the Meyer and Wise buildings (100 South Broadway) in 1942. Hugh and Thelma raised all four of their children: Betty, Billie, Frank and H. M., II in Cleveland. Upon graduation from the Chicago School of Embalming and his return from World War II, they hired Merle L. Black, Blackie as funeral director and embalmer. Merle had married their youngest daughter, Billie Lou Chapman in 1942. On May 28, 1949, the Chapman Funeral Home was relocated to its current location at 108 West Delaware with an open house to dedicate their new facility. During the next thirteen years, Hugh and Thelma with the assistance of Blackie and Billie, operated the funeral home and Clevelands ambulance service. Accustomed to working side by side with his wife, Mr. Chapman retired in 1962 after the death of Thelma, selling the funeral home to Merle and Billie Black. The Blacks continued to operate the family owned business for over thirty three years. The name was changed to Chapman-Black Funeral Home in 1965 at which time the city took over the ambulance service. In 1980 their youngest son, Gene, a ten year Navy veteran began the third generation of the family in funeral service. In 1996, a full service floral shop, Chapman-Black Floral Designs was added to extend our services to more fully meet the needs of our families.

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Barry Lynn Dixon

Barry Lynn Dixon passed from this life on February 22, 2026, at the age of 64 in Cleveland, Oklahoma.

Barry was born on July 28, 1961, in Hominy. Barry was the son of Buck Austin and Norma Jean (Hulet) Dixon. Barry grew up and attended school in Hominy, later graduating with the Class of 1979. During his time in school, Barry was active in football and track. Following high school Barry began following the pipeline a short time. He was united in marriage to Dina Brave in Scottsburg, Indiana, on October 6, 1979. They returned to Hominy and Barry followed with his father and twin brother Brent in the oil field. They operated Dixon Cable Tool Service for over a decade after Barry rebuilt the rig from the ground up. He then returned to the pipeline and worked for Okemah Construction, MPG Pipelines, and several other entities until 2018, when he retired. Barry then began following his grandkid's activities, working in the yard and helping his little sister.

Barry enjoyed being with his family, cooking outside and watching his grandkids playing sports. Trips to New Mexico, Wyoming and Colorado were always special. Barry enjoyed drag racing and fast cars. Barry was talented in understanding electronics and machinery. He installed car stereos for friends, rebuilt motors, refurbished a Trans Am and built his own garage. He always enjoyed going to concerts and having a good time.

Survivors are his two children Dinah Dixon and her partner Justin Smyth of Norman, Oklahoma, Daniel Dixon and wife Tamara of Hominy, Oklahoma, siblings Jim Dixon and wife June of Yukon, Oklahoma, Julie Dixon of Sand Springs, Oklahoma; five grandchildren Gerick and Delainy Smyth, Maelyn, Ellie and Cruz Dixon and a host of other relatives and friends. Barry was preceded in death by his parents Buck and Norma Dixon, and his twin brother Brent Dixon.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, February 27, 2026, at the Chapman-Black Funeral Home. Burial will be held in the Osage Cemetery at Osage, Oklahoma. Chapman-Black Funeral Home will be handling the arrangements. Friends and family may visit an online guest book and memorial page for Barry at www.chapman-black.com.

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Harley Ray Hager

Harley Ray Hager passed from this life on February 23, 2026, at the age of 77 in Cleveland, Oklahoma.

Harley was born on November 6, 1948, in Yale, Oklahoma, the son of Joseph Harv Hager and Lula Lucille (Ross) Link. Harley grew up and attended school in Cleveland, graduating with the Class of 1967. Harley was active in football, track, and basketball. Following high school, Harley attended Independence Community College on a football scholarship. Later returned to Cleveland and began working on the pipeline. Returned to Cleveland and worked for Dowell for several years before working at Valmont Industries in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Harley retired after 25 years of service in 2014.

Harley loved sharing his gift of music, playing guitar, and singing for senior citizens throughout the area, bringing comfort and joy wherever he went. He enjoyed playing cards, impressing others with his card tricks, and shooting pool with friends. On April 1, 2023, after accepting Christ, he along with his brother David were baptized by their brother James, a meaningful moment in his life. Many mornings were spent over coffee and breakfast at the Hickory House, visiting with friends, telling stories, and reminiscing about the good old days. He will be remembered for his warm heart, his laughter, and the way he made everyone feel like family.

Survivors are his wife Lolanne, son Kevin Hager and his wife Abby of Pleasant View, Tennessee, step daughter Kelly Cook and husband Lucien of Pleasant View, Tennessee; siblings Darrel Hager and wife Yim of Thailand, David Hager and his wife Charlotte of Cleveland, Oklahoma, James Hager and his wife Alma of Pawhuska, Oklahoma; four grandchildren Brooklyn, Colton, Amelia, and Everly Hager, his cat Boomer as well as a host of other relatives and friends. Harley was preceded in death by his mother, Lucille Link, father Joe Hager, stepmother Jan Hager; and sisters Loretta Hager and Jacquelyn Bailey.

Services will be held at 2:00 pm, on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Blackburn Cemetery Chapel. Visitation will be from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Chapman-Black Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made in Honor of Harley at www.trimblestrong.org/donations or P.O. BOX 907, Jenks, Oklahoma 74037. Chapman-Black Funeral Home will be handling the arrangements. Friends and family may visit an online guest book and memorial page for Harley at www.chapman-black.com.

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108 W Delaware Street
Cleveland, OK
74020

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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In 1920, a young man by the name of H. M. Chapman moved to Cleveland, Oklahoma. Accepting employment with the King Furniture and Undertaking Company (located where the Cleveland Tag Agency and Munding Insurance Agency are today), Mr. Chapman dedicated himself to providing compassionate and considerate funeral service. Shortly after his arrival in Cleveland he married Thelma Deuel, whose mother Zulu, operated the Merchants Hotel. They purchased the undertaking establishment from J. S. King in 1927, thus creating the Chapman Funeral Home. For the next three years, they operated the funeral home in a home near the First Baptist Church at 110 South Dunlap. In 1930, the Chapman Funeral Home was moved to the Dr. E. T. Robinson building at 110 North Broadway. Located in this building for nearly twelve years, they purchased and moved to the Meyer and Wise buildings (100 South Broadway) in 1942. Hugh and Thelma raised all four of their children: Betty, Billie, Frank and H. M., II in Cleveland. Upon graduation from the Chicago School of Embalming and his return from World War II, they hired Merle L. Black, Blackie as funeral director and embalmer. Merle had married their youngest daughter, Billie Lou Chapman in 1942. On May 28, 1949, the Chapman Funeral Home was relocated to its current location at 108 West Delaware with an open house to dedicate their new facility. During the next thirteen years, Hugh and Thelma with the assistance of Blackie and Billie, operated the funeral home and Clevelands ambulance service. Accustomed to working side by side with his wife, Mr. Chapman retired in 1962 after the death of Thelma, selling the funeral home to Merle and Billie Black. The Blacks continued to operate the family owned business for over thirty three years. The name was changed to Chapman-Black Funeral Home in 1965 at which time the city took over the ambulance service. In 1980 their youngest son, Gene, a ten year Navy veteran began the third generation of the family in funeral service. In 1996, a full service floral shop, Chapman-Black Floral Designs was added to extend our services to more fully meet the needs of our families.