Dana Dorsey Chapman Lewis

Dana Dorsey Chapman Lewis’s earthly journey began on September 20,1955, in Miami, FL. She was the first born daughter of the late William and Dana Dorsey Chapman. As the eldest daughter, she took pride and honor in being the big sister and always felt a sense of responsibility for Stephana and LaShonne.

​Her early years were spent surrounded by family. Her paternal grandparents, the late Charles and Maggie Chapman of West Palm Beach, FL, and her great-grandmother, the late Maggie B. Watson of Marianna, FL, played intrigue roles in her life. Dana was also the maternal granddaughter of the late D.A. Dorsey and wife, Rebecca.

Dana began her early childhood education at Jackson Toddler Inn, where she excelled and was granted a double promotion; allowing her to enter Charles Drew Elementary School a grade ahead of her peers. After middle school, she entered high school at Miami Jackson Senior High, where she was an honor student and marched proudly as a majorette in the school’s marching band.

​Dana’s post secondary career began in 1972, when she enrolled at Bethune-Cookman College (now University) in Daytona Beach, FL. She was active in many organizations, including pledging Delta Alpha Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Par for the course, Dana graduated with honors, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology and an Associate of Science degree in computer technology.

​African American history was one of Dana’s passions passed down to her from her mother, Dana Dorsey Chapman, an amazing storyteller, who educated the masses about their African ancestry. Dana Dee, as she was affectionately called by her parents, traveled extensively in search of her African roots. She spent countless hours researching and attending lectures and seminars to learn more about her heritage. In 1987, she traveled to West Africa with her children, where she had phenomenal and mystifying experiences; vivid dreams that left her curious; and a sparked interest in the metaphysical world. After studying intensely, Dana began teaching classes to help others use these profoundly insightful teachings.

Dana worked in banking at AmeriFirst and Dade Schools Credit Union for many years before becoming a 911 operator for the City of Miami Police Department in 1983. After retiring from the police department, she worked as a school treasurer for Miami-Dade Public Schools. After years of working with people in crisis and talking with callers who felt no sense of purpose or power in their lives, Dana developed a compelling desire to understand more about why things happened and what could be done to empower others. She had already earned a degree in psychology, but still had a deep inner feeling that there was more to learn; therefore, she earned certifications and taught courses in psychic consultation, clairvoyant readings, tarot card divination, numerology, crystal work, reiki, and iridology.

When Dana completed her self-studies, she elevated her education by working with a local professional metaphysician. Then she felt she was ready to branch out on her own and reach people in more effective ways. She began working on the phone line doing psychic counseling in addition to her police work. As her knowledge and intuitive skills increased, she began teaching classes to help others use these profoundly insightful teachings. In line with her quest to help others, Dana became an ordained minister of Universal Brotherhood Movement.

She felt these ancient principles were important and needed to be brought into today's awareness in order to heal and have happier lives. "It doesn't matter what one's religion, race, or creed, everyone has the potential for unconditional love and enlightenment. It doesn't matter what path one walks, all paths eventually lead to God. These are universal truths."

Dana Dorsey Chapman Lewis entered her eternal rest on February 7th. The lives she touched will never be the same. She leaves to cherish her memories: son, Horatio Major, Jr.; daughter, Dana Lewis-Boyd; Grandchildren, Darius Mitchell, Malcolm Major, Dimitrius Boyd, Desirae Boyd and Horatio Major, III; sisters, Stephana Chapman Clark and LaShonne Chapman Liebman; Brothers-in-law, William Clark and Ronald Liebman; niece, Isis Clark; nephews, D’Von Edwards, Eugene Edwards, and Altwan Clark; cousins, Dr. Patricia Pulliam, Jacqueline Pugh, and Deborah Parrot; god sisters, Tanya Jenkins and Carlette Williams; and a host of other family and friends.