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William Chastain Obituary

CHASTAIN, WILLIAM (BILL) RUSSELL, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on January 30, 2012, after a six month battle with pancreatic cancer. Born January 15, 1941, in Indianapolis, IN, he was the son of Burrell Claude and Helen Catherine (Parsley) Chastain; and is a direct descendant of Pierre Chastain who immigrated from France to America in 1700. Bill and his family moved from Franklin, Indiana, in 1948 to Orlando where he attended Hillcrest Elementary, Howard Junior High, and Edgewater High School. After high school he attended Orlando Jr. College and was in the Army Active Reserve Unit. The Chastain family started in the restaurant business in the early 1950s and at one time operated three family style restaurants in the Central Florida area, the most recognized was "Chastain's" on North Orange Blossom Trail. Bill worked in the family business from his early high school days until he retired and sold the property in 1996. Chastain's was one of old Orlando's popular eating establishments and was in operation for over 43 years. He was an active member of both the Florida and National Restaurant Associations. Also during this time, he raised 500 head of Black Angus cattle and was a member of the National Angus Association. Bill was one of the earliest members of Florida Citrus Sports and has remained an active member and bowl scout since 1972. Other memberships included the Citrus Club, the West Orange Country Club, The Orlando Elks, the Loyal Order of Moose, and Brothers of Other Mothers. He was also honored for donating over 17 gallons of blood to the Central Florida Blood Bank throughout his life. Bill was a follower of Jesus Christ and a faithful member of The First Baptist Church of Windermere. He was very active in his Sunday School class and regularly attended a Monday night Bible study class. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Dr. Kaye
Browning Chastain of Windermere, FL; two daughters, Amanda
Chastain Gufford (Charles) and
Alison Chastain Brackins (Patrick) both of Orlando, FL; and two grandchildren, Courtney Catherine Gufford and Russell Jackson Brackins. He was looking forward to the arrival of his third grandchild in May 2012, another grandson. Bill was predeceased by his parents, one sister, Judith Chastain Woodward, and one daughter, Amy Ellen Chastain. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, February 1, at the First Baptist Church of Windermere's Chapel on Oakdale St./5th Avenue. Funeral Services will be conducted at 11 AM on Thursday, February 2, at the First Baptist Church of Windermere's Downtown Sanctuary, located at 300 Main St. Memorial donations may be made to the First Baptist Church of Windermere. Arrangements are by Woodlawn Funeral Home, 400 Woodlawn Cemetery Rd. Gotha, FL 34734.
(407)293-1361. Condolences may be offered at www.woodlawnfuneralhomegotha.com.

Published by Orlando Sentinel on Feb. 2, 2012.
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I am Robert L Chastain son of Cletus Eugene Chastain my grandfather was Cletus Chastain as well which was Bill's dad Burrels brother. They all had farms and Burrell and Helen moved to Florida before I was born. But I traveled to Orlando numerous times and got the royal treatment from Burrel and Helen, later on Bill. Bill was a big nascar fan and since I was from Indy I sent Bill a Indy Nascar T shirt. I have menus, ash trays, pens, post cards over the years from them. I even made a sign that hangs in my rec room that duplicates an old Chastains Resturant sign. May Bill rest in peace he was a good guy and his parents were also extra special.

Robert Chastain

October 4, 2012

so sad to hear of bills passing i will truly miss our little chats we used to have

March 2, 2012

so sad to hear of bills passing i will truly miss our little chats we used to have

lynda cvs

March 2, 2012

Sad to hear of Bill's passing. Have not seen Bill in years, but enjoyed him during our Howard Jr High days.

Price Kagey

February 6, 2012

Kaye,
What a nice photo gallery. The photos help us have wonderful memories. Bill certainly was a cute baby. Kaye, we will keep in touch. Know that you have wonderful support from your family and friends.
Nancy Pavey

February 6, 2012

With respects, Norman Toy EHS 1958

Norman Toy

February 5, 2012

Dear Kaye,
Losing our loved ones is never easy and the closer they are to us the more challenging for us to reorganize our lives without them. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. You have lost your husband but you have the lifetime of memories you shared with each other. These never leave us. Bill was my lifelong friend and I will miss his teasing me at our reunions, asking me about my family members and caring. I know where he is living eternity and I know he is well. May God's blessings be with you in the days ahead. Nancy

Nancy Quinn

February 5, 2012

February 5, 20012
So sad to hear about Bill Chastain!
My love and prayers go out to his family and friends. Rest in peace, Bill.

Annette Kagey Bonin

Annette Kagey Bonin

February 5, 2012

Kaye, the funeral was very nice and your daughters did a wonderful job speaking about Bill. I am sure he will be missed by many. I have known Bill and his family since Hillcrest Elementary and have many many fond memories of some of the times we had
Bill & Kathy Andrus

February 5, 2012

I did not know you personaly but thank you for the many years of great food...we loved coming there for breakfast and lunch and the food was alway fresh and fairly priced...god bless you and our thoughts go out to your faimily .... you were a great man.....

James McRight

February 4, 2012

Hi Kaye, I was so sorry to read of Bill's passing. I am so sad, even though I did not know him that well personally. I cherish the discussions and correspondence we had. ~Tim Chastain, Chastain Central

Tim Chastain

February 4, 2012

Dear Mrs. Chastain, Amanda, Alison, Charles, Pat, Courtney & Baby Russell,

May you find peace in your loving memories of Mr. Chastain. He was loved by all who knew him.

I have such fond memories of good times barbequeing and enjoying his beautiful home and backyard on the lake. Those memories will live on forever. Mr. Chastain always made me laugh with his humorous spirit. He loved life and I know he is loving heaven! Love you Poppy!

My prayers are with each of you.

Love,
Cindy Bodine

Cindy Bodine

February 3, 2012

Alison & family,
I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Tonja Voyles

February 3, 2012

Dr. Kaye,

I am saddened by the loss of your husband, Bill. His was a life well lived. I wish you and the family strength and comfort today and in the days ahead. My deepest sympathies.

Paula Buehrmann, Hudson, FL

February 2, 2012

Kaye and Family: Ruby and I were saddened to read about the death of Bill. Our prayers are with you and I know God will provide the strength you and the girls need to get through this difficult time. God bless you. Ray and Ruby Arrington

February 2, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. I work with Alison at the City of Orlando and I have to say, you both did such a wonderful job with her. She is an amazing person and that reflects on her parents. I will pray for your families comfort during this difficult time. He is with the Lord with no more pain, God bless you all.

Ami Haley

February 2, 2012

You, the girls, and the rest of the family are in our prayers. We were saddened to hear the news. He was a great guy and one who will be missed by all who knew him. I am sorry we could not attend the funeral today but our prayers and thoughts are with you. I know we will see him again in Heaven, but for now, I am sure he is enjoying some great music in Heaven at this time.

Charles and Barbara Harvey

February 2, 2012

Kaye,
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's death. Please know that my prayers are with you and your family at this time. I remember all the stories that Bud talked about when he and Bill were in school. Bill wll be missed.

Serena Campbell

Serena Campbell

February 2, 2012

Thank you for the wonderful food and always being an ear I could bend.
From an old cop who has not forgotten

Jack Barrett

February 2, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We were classmates at Hillcrest, Howard and Edgewater. I always remember the after school walks from Hillcrest to the Donut Dinette where his Mother gave us the best donuts in town. We had many good memories and good good times.

Betty Cox Smith(Class of '59)

February 2, 2012

We worked with Bill on High School reunions and will miss him.
Pat Browning Carlson & Ron

February 2, 2012

You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Pam & John Fuss

February 2, 2012

I knew Bill through junior high and high school. Very sorry to hear of his passing.
Eddie Hendrix

Eddie Hendrix

February 2, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your love and memories bring you comfort.

Dale Foshee

February 2, 2012

I was very saddened to hear the news of Bill's passing--we attended Edgewater together and I remember the many classes we were in and the fond memories--he was a great guy and we will all miss him--my sincere condolences to the family.

Hank Mollnhauer, Class of '59 Edgewater Sr. High

February 1, 2012

We were very saddened to hear of Bill's passing. We send our thoughts and prayers to you in this difficult time.

Terry and Susanne Casten

February 1, 2012

Dr. Chastain,
I am saddened at the news of Bill's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Former
Media Specialist
Winter Park Tech.

Val Scott

February 1, 2012

I am so sorry and so sad to hear of your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Anna Shea

February 1, 2012

We are so saddened to hear of Bill's passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Joe and Karen Wilson Family

February 1, 2012

Kaye, Amanda and Allison:

You would not know me. I knew your huaband/dad back when we were in junior high school, rolled Orlando Sentinel morning newspapers in Colonial Town. On more than one ocassion he came to our home (when I would oversleep) amd wake me up. We often rode our motorcycles together. I was with him both times he broke his leg. Finally, I spoke with your husband/dad recently. Bill fought a good fight. You can rejoice in the good memories of your husband/dad.

Jim Cashion

February 1, 2012

Jim Cashion

February 1, 2012

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