Who Is Chock Chapple? Meet Season 1 ‘Golden Bachelorette’ Contestant Who Proposed to Joan

Charles “Chock” Chapple is one of the men who caught Joan Vassos’ eye right off the bat on season 1 of The Golden Bachelorette. Since then, their connection has strengthened and he ended up getting down on one knee at the final rose ceremony.

Who Is ‘Golden Bachelorette’ Star Chock Chapple?

Chock is an insurance executive from Wichita, Kansas, according to his ABC bio. His LinkedIn reveals that he grew up in the small town of Garden Plain, Kansas, and is now the president of Insurance Services Group, LLC, since 2020. The “full service” insurance agency offers “business, personal, health and safety/HR services,” while specializing in “insurance for family-owned and managed businesses.”

Previously, Chock owned CIG Insurance from 2004 until 2020. His father and grandfather both worked in the insurance industry and Chock received his degrees in labor relations and general business administration from Kansas State University.

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Chock has a daughter, Taylor, born in 1999, and a son, Tyler, born in 2001.

Taylor lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, and has worked as an account coordinator at NFP insurance company since July 2024. She previously served as the director of operations at Chase Gregory Jewelers while living in California. Taylor received a degree in marketing from Kansas State University in 2022.

Tyler graduated from the University of Kansas with a finance degree in 2024. “As a fourth-generation insurance professional with a deep family heritage in the industry, I blend traditional expertise with innovative insights in the finance sector,” his LinkedIn says. “My analytical insight is further enriched by a passion for history, economics, and strategic games such as chess and backgammon. This unique blend allows me to develop sophisticated financial strategies and provide fresh perspectives on market, business and legal analysis.”

Was Golden Bachelorette’s Chock Chapple Married?

Chock was previously married to Heather Chapple for 12 years. They tied the knot in June 1998 and she filed for divorce on July 26, 2010, on grounds of incompatibility, according to docs obtained by Life & Style.

“The marriage relationship of the parties has deteriorated due to a state of incompatibility between the parties and Petitioner is entitled to a decree of divorce on these grounds,” the docs read. The divorce was finalized two months later, with the former couple receiving joint legal custody of their children. Heather was given primary residency. However, by 2012, their parenting plan was changed to one week on/one week off because Heather was traveling between Kansas and Colorado for work. By 2017, Chock received primary residential custody of the kids.

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Prior to the split, Heather helped Chock start CIG Insurance in 2003 and was seemingly still involved in the business by 2008. “Heather Chapple was focused on building the business by selling policies to outdoor recreation companies,” an article in the Business Journals said at the time.

On Chock’s first one-on-one date with Joan, he opened up about his previous marriage. “The marriage lasted 12 years and we just weren’t really a fit,” he admitted. “[She’s a] good person and I wish her the best. [She’s] the mother of my children.”

Heather has since gotten remarried to Mike Sharpe and now goes by Heather Gillingham-Sharpe. She is the senior vice president of NFP insurance company and lives in Washington.

“Covid cancelled 2 wedding dates so we married in the living room of our WA home,” Heather revealed on Instagram in June 2024.

Chock Chapple’s Fiancee Died From Brain Cancer

After divorcing Heather, Chock got engaged to Katherine “Kathy” Elizabeth White Goree. She died from brain cancer in January 2022.

“Kathy was an absolute [sic] incredible mother, sister, daughter and better-half,” Chock wrote on Facebook at the time. “Super K was full of love, she lost her battle to cancer while never complaining nor having any regrets. Kathy's love for her family, friends and furry friends was 2nd to none. She loved sports, especially KU basketball, as well as her kids games for the past 15+ years. Kathy very rarely missed one of Charlie's or Addie's game and would often turn the TV off if KU was behind at half-time- the stress of a potential KU loss was simply too much to for her to take.”

He continued, “Kathy was the rock of her family, I lost a great friend and our community lost one of it's best kept secrets. Kathy's friends will always be near and dear to her. They truly enjoyed each other and always had stories of fun and adventure. A special sincere thanks to those who cared for Kathy these past five months, and I apologize in advance if I omit anyone; Crystal, Susan, Sharon, Sonja, Silvia, Tom Jr, Tom Sr, Nikki, Kristy, Addie and Charlie.”

Kathy was just 52 years old when she died. She had two children, Charlie and Addison.

While opening up about Kathy’s death to Joan, Chock shared more about their relationship. “We were together for nine years and we were engaged and we had plans to be together,” he shared. “And then I got a call from her son and he said, ‘I need you to come to the hospital,’ and I had no idea why.”

Chock recalled finding Kathy “going through a seizure” in the emergency room. A CAT scan found potential tumors on her brain and a neurosurgeon confirmed that it was glioblastoma after surgery.

“She lived for five months, four days,” Chock added. “I’ve been through some things in my life, but I never had anyone die in my arms. It was heartbreaking. It was the only time I really showed vulnerability, where I broke down. And I started crying and you go, ‘Why couldn’t it be me? Why is this happening to you?’ So about a month out, Kathy sat me down, and she goes, ‘I want you to go on with your life.’ That’s one of the biggest reasons I’m here.”

Chock is still close with Kathy’s family. In fact, when he took Joan to Kansas for his hometown date, Kathy’s father was one of the people he introduced her to.

Chock Chapple’s Hobbies

Chock loves staying active by exercising. He’s a big fan of the Kansas City Chiefs and said that shopping is his “guilty pleasure.” “He can't resist a good sale,” Chock’s ABC bio says. He’s also a “self-proclaimed grill master.”

Chock Proposed to Joan Vassos

Chock made it all the way to the finale on The Golden Bachelorette. He professed his love for her before the final rose ceremony. Joan ended up sending Guy Gansert home because she realized how strong her feelings for Chock were. Chock proposed to Joan with a stunning ring. 

"We’ve had a magical journey," Chock said to Joan at the final rose ceremony. "It's just been absolutely incredible. You’re the most giving, selfless woman I’ve ever met in my life."

Chock said that he would always honor Joan's late husband, John. "I will honor him by loving you every day … Joan you will never be invisible to me," he continued.

"I look into those gorgeous eyes and I still can’t believe this is happening … Joan, I love you and I want you to be in my life," he said before getting down on one knee. They are still together after the show!