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Dorothea Chastain Obituary

Dorothea Morrow
Chastain
August 17, 1936-
July 28, 2012
Columbus, GA- Dorothea (Thea) Morrow Chastain, resident of Columbus, Georgia died Saturday, July 28, 2012 at George Washington University Hospital in Seattle, Washington.
Funeral services are scheduled at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 2101 Wildwood Avenue, Columbus, Georgia on Saturday, August 4, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. with the Reverend John Fugh officiating. A family burial will take place at Parkhill Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Dr. Bob Patton, Reverend Ronnie Culpepper, Mr. Raymond Leonard, Dr. George Jarrell, Mr. A.J. Morris, and Dr. Jack Lawler.
The family will receive friends at Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, 4071 Macon Road, Columbus on Friday, August 3, 2012 from 5 to 7 P.M.
Thea was the daughter of the late Wesley Washington Morrow and Willodeen Wilson Morrow. She was born August 17, 1936 in Elba, Alabama. The family moved to Phenix City, Alabama in 1940. She graduated from Central High School in 1954. She was awarded a scholarship to the Baptist Hospital School of Nursing in New Orleans, LA where she received her B.S. in nursing in 1957. She later returned to Phenix City where she was to become Head Nurse at Columbus Medical Center.
Thea is survived by her husband of 45 years, Dr. Joseph Bryan Chastain; her loving and devoted children, sons, Eric Wesley Chastain (Ellen), Dr. Mark Alan Chastain (Jennifer), of Atlanta, Georgia; Bret Thomas Chastain (Elizabeth) of Columbus, GA. Daughters; Dr. Joy Chastain Simpson (John) Athens, GA, Janet Lynn Chastain, Brenda Susan Chastain of Alpharetta, GA.; grandchildren, Wesley Harris, Hannah Morrow, Austin Joseph, Thea Joli, Charlee Jane, Ridgley Joy, Bella Chastain, Owen Matthew, Emily Katherine.
She is also survived by a brother, Dr. Andrew Joe Morrow (Eileen) of Columbus, GA and sister, Anne Morrow Getz of Pheonix, AZ. Nephew, Alexander Morrow and nieces, Alana, Kimberly, Stephanie, Kelly, and Leigh.
Thea, in 2003, was found to have myelogenous leukemia. She was taken to Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, Washington. There she received chemotherapy, full body radiation and, fortunately, a bone marrow transplant from her sister, Anne Getz. After five months she was able to return home where she received continued therapy. After 9 wonderful years the leukemia returned and took this sweet wonderful lady away.
Thea was a gracious and generous Southern lady who was renowned for her spectacular garden, especially her hydrangeas. She was a member of the Columbus Camellia Society and was instrumental in establishing the Columbus Botanical Garden. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed hosting dinner parties for family and friends. She was extremely well read, particularly in history of the 18th and 19th centuries. She loved to travel and was fortunate to visit some of the most beautiful gardens in the world.
Thea was a long-time member of St. Paul United Methodist Church where she belonged to the Miller/Wilson Sunday School Class. She especially loved being a part of the Ladies Bible Studies. She was a member of the Alter Guild and took great pleasure in providing flowers from her own garden for the church.
Thea was a devoted grandmother and took great interest in each child. She was a very patriot American and a strong supporter of the Armed Forces. Thea lived a full life with energy, joy, and great curiosity. She was a true and affectionate wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.
Flowers are accepted or donations can be made to St. Paul United Methodist Church Alter Guild or the charity of your choice.

Published by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer from Aug. 2 to Aug. 3, 2012.
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My sincerest condolences to the Chastain family during this difficult time. Thea was loved by all who had the good fortune to know her.

Lauren Pannell True

August 6, 2012

We are saddened to hear of Mrs. Chastain's passing. She was very kind and compassionate. She had a cake delivered when we arrived across the street eight years ago. We are here if you need us. The Tylers

Earnest Tyler

August 4, 2012

Our prayers for the Chastain family. My children are now grown with their own children, but we all have those special thoughts of you.

George and Jan Williams, Plains Georgia

Jan Williams

August 3, 2012

My condolences to the family of Dorothea Morrow Chastain. She was a gracious and kind lady. I enjoyed knowing her over many years. Thea will certainly be missed.

Sincerely,

Jed Harris

August 3, 2012

Dr. Chastain and family, I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Chastain's passing. On occassion, I would have to bring a sick child to your office on the weekend. I remember her fondly by your side in your office on these days as she helped you care for patients. She was always so kind and gracious. It meant so much to me and my family. She was a beautiful lady.

Martha Bonner

August 3, 2012

Dr. Chastain, Mark, Joy, and Eric,

God needed the greatest and most precious Hydrangea in his garden on July 28, 2012.

With such fond memories of dear sweet "Big Thea," we are all praying your hearts will heal.

Mina, Taka, Brooke and Jake Yamada

Mina Yamada

August 3, 2012

Michelle Bailey

August 3, 2012

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

Lamar Reese

August 3, 2012

I have your family in my prayers. I went to school with Dorothea at the Central Annex before I moved to Smith Station. She was a great person.

Mary Jim High Barr

August 2, 2012

Rexanne Roberts

August 2, 2012

Deepest sympathies.

Karin Marie-Mike Bunn-Moore

August 2, 2012

Chuck Bates

August 2, 2012

Lisa Littleton

August 2, 2012

Dr. Chastain, Eric, Mark, and Joy, I'm so very sorry hear of Thea's passing . I have always thought so much of her. She was a beautiful lady and she will truly be missed.

Terri Henry

August 2, 2012

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