James Lee Chasteen

James Lee Chasteen obituary, Mt. Washington, KY

James Lee Chasteen

James Chasteen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Schmid Funeral Home - Mt. Washington on Jul. 19, 2025.

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James Lee Chasteen, 65, of Louisville passed away July 16, 2025. He was a former construction worker and a native of Richmond, Kentucky.

He is survived by his children, Daniel Lee Chasteen , Melissa Anne Chasteen and Katie Louise Chasteen Mason (Rosson) ; siblings, Tina, Robin, Dale, Patsy, Joyce Ann and Kathy; 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Cremation was chosen there will be no service or visitation. Schmid Funeral Home in Mt. Washington was entrusted with the arrangements.

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