Paul Wesley Chapman, 79, of Garland, TX, died peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on June 26, 2021. Paul was born on June 21, 1942, to Opal and Noble Chapman in Collin County, TX. Paul grew up in Josephine, TX, and moved to Garland in 1962. Paul was known for his sense of humor and being a prankster. He loved to tell tall tales with his friends, to travel, was an avid collector and hunting with friends and family. He loved western memorabilia and the Texas Rangers. He worked at Texas Instruments for 21 years and then retired after working 14 years at the Denton County Sheriff's Department. He belonged to several Texas Ranger associations and was a lifetime and founding member of DACA. He also served as an advisor to the TV series "Walker, Texas Ranger" and the Clint Eastwood movie "A Perfect World." He would also travel and give lectures on the history of the Texas Rangers. He was also a Mason and a member of the Sulphur Springs lodge. His favorite role in life was being a husband to Dorthy for 60 years, father to Paul Wayne and Linda, and a proud grandfather to his granddaughter Nicole. Paul is survived by his loving wife Dorthy Chapman, daughter Linda Chapman and her husband Mike Bellin; granddaughter, Nicole Bellin; sister Francis Cass; numerous nieces and nephews; and lots of loving relatives and friends. Paul is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Bobby Chapman; sister, Sarah Chapman; and his son, Paul Wayne Chapman. There will be a visitation at Lynch Funeral Home in Caddo Mills on Saturday, July 3, 2021, from 10-11 AM. The funeral service will be held at the Lynch Funeral Home at 11 AM and followed by a graveside service at I.O.O.F Cemetery in Caddo Mills. Visitation Saturday, July 3, 2021 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Lynch Funeral Home 2203 Gilmer Street Caddo Mills,Texas 75135 Funeral Service Saturday, July 3, 2021 11:00 AM Lynch Funeral Home 2203 Gilmer St Caddo Mills,Texas 75135 Graveside Service Saturday, July 3, 2021 12:00 PM I.O.O.F. Cemetery on Highway 6 Caddo Mills,Texas 75135