Madison “Matt” D. Chastain, 66, of Wooster died on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Wooster Community Hospital.
He was born November 4, 1958 in Iowa City, Iowa to J. Dale and Marjean Hartzler Chastain.
Matt was a 1976 graduate of Wooster High School and had worked for The College of Wooster for over 46 years in the baking and food service departments. He enjoyed playing drums in numerous area bands and loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren
He is survived by his wife, Lorinda Lehr Chastain; children Savannah (Nick) Shaffer) Chastain of Smithville and Cheyenne (Jamell) Eaton of Hiram; grandchildren Raiden and Cameron; mother Marjean Chastain of Wooster; siblings Jefferson Chastain of PA, Lincoln (Pame) Chastain and Jackson Chastain both of Wooster, Elizabeth Yount of Masury and Victoria (Steve) Chastain of Aspen, CO; numerous nieces and nephews and his fur babies Bella, Diesel and Luna.
Matt was preceded in death by his father and a sister Abigail Chastain.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
We offer our deepest sympathy and pray that God strengthens your hearts. If there is anything we can do let us know. We send our love and prayers. GOD BLESS.
So sorry to hear about Matt. My condolences are with his family and friends.
I am so sorry for your loss, Matt was a great person , Played in Triad Band with Matt , What a drummer and vocalist. He will be missed , Rock & Roll Heaven.
So sorry Lori and family
Matt was an incredible husband, father grandpa and friend! I was blessed to know him and he will truly be so so missed.
I am so very sorry your loss. Matt was just simply the best. It was a pleasure working with him for 10 years at COW. He will truly be missed.
Lori & family,
I am so sorry to hear of Matt’s passing. He was a good man. May you find peace and comfort in the memories of his life.
I’m so sorry. He was a wonderful person and a great friend. He will be sorely missed.
I am so very sad to see this. I had the pleasure of working with Matt in the bakery at the college. We shared so many laughs together. He was a really great guy! My thoughts go out to the family.
Lori, Sav and Chey, I am so sorry to hear about Matt. We always enjoyed having you guys over for the family Christmas get togethers and listening to the band. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
I am so sorry for the loss of Matt. My heart goes out to the whole family.
Oh My Lori! No words can express what Franz and I are feeling right now. Know how devastated you are. Hadn’t seen you guys at our normal spots lately and been thinking of you both.
Will always remember the good times
we shared in our carefree younger days and trip to the great north which has some of our fondest camping memories:
Please take care of yourself, it’s been some rough times for you lately.
Sharing in your loss! R.I.P. our friend!
Lori and family.I’m sorry for your loss. Matt was a great person inside and out he will be greatly missed. What an amazing Husband,Father and I can only imagine about being a grandfather. Loved watching him play the drums and sing.
Matt was a talented musician and so much fun in the high school marching band. Saw him 20 years later and he talked especially about his happiness with his family and job. Thinking of you and your family, Lori, and hope that eventually all of your happy and funny memories of him will sustain you.
I still remember Matt so well as my first squad leader as a General. Loved to hear him play. My condolences to the family and also for Abigail.
I extend sincere condolences to the Chastain family.
I’m so sorry to hear about Matt. I have such great memories of our childhood Lori and later after you met Matt. Thinking of you and your family.
So sorry to hear this news. My heart goes out to the whole family. May he rest in eternal peace. Love to you all.
Lori… please accept our most sincere condolences. Matt was such a kind gentle man Jerry and I have been reminiscing about all the fun family and band times. Savannah and Cheyenne our hearts break for both of you and this devastating loss
RIP Matt
Such a sad announcement to see this early morning.
Madison was such an incredible talent who brought so much joy to his listeners! I feel so honored to have known him and to have been able to call him a friend.
Sincerest condolences to you and the girls, Lori. I will hold you all close to my heart through this very difficult time <3 <3 <3
So sorry to hear about this. Matt was a pleasure to work with at C.O.W. He always had great music playing and was very upbeat. He will be missed.
Prayers for the family.
Prayers for all of Matt’s family and friends. He was a wonderful friend.
To the entire Chastain and Lehr families, I am so deeply saddened to learn of Matt’s passing. Anyone who knew Matt loved his kind and relaxed manner that put anyone at ease. He was always upbeat, positive and grateful all the years I had the pleasure of knowing him. Our kids went to Bell Ave. together and I know Savannah, Cheyanne and Lori were everything to him. We have lost a good soul on this earth, and although it doesn’t ease the intense pain of his loss, his spirit endures in anyone who loved him and in the heavens beyond.
Although our paths only crossed here and there over the last 40 years, we always enjoyed his love for music.
So sorry for your loss and May peace be with all of you.
Marty Ross and Bob King
So sorry to hear this, our hearts go out to the family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.Love and Hugs
Becky and Allen
Deepest condolences from The Radcliff Family. I am posting on behalf of my mother Kathleen. She enjoyed working with him for 30 years, 11 of those in the bakery. She loved listening to him practicing his singing while baking the goodies. Her favorite was when he sang Unchained Melody. I knew Matt as well, I worked there for a few years as well. My you all find comfort during this time of grieving. God Bless.
Lori and girls so sorry for this great loss. Matt will always be with you as you carry the love and memories you all shared.
I’m so sorry Lori & family on your loss. Matt was always such a nice guy. Sending prayers to you all.
Prayers for your loss.
Oh Lori. Denise and I were so sorry to hear about Matt’s passing. Guess God needed a good drummer. Always enjoyed talking to him and hearing him play. There is a real kinship between people who love to hit things with sticks. You and your family are absolutely in our prayers. Please realize, The Lord grooves in mysterious ways. I’ll make sure that my next rim shot goes out to him.
Lori, Savannahs, Cheyenne, and all of the Chastains, Please accept my sincerest sadness and condo lenses i’m losing such a wonderful presence in your lives. Matt was always so much fun, and so talented at all the band gigs. My love, and sympathy to all of you.
Matt was such a dear friend. I feel so bad for you, the girls and grandkids. I remember so many good times with you two. If there is anything we can do, don’t hesitate to reach out. You are in our thoughts and our prayers.
Lori and family, We are so sorry to hear of your heartbreaking loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
So very sorry to hear of his death. I met Matt at the College of Wooster over 30 years ago.He was one of the first to greet me and give tips about the job.Also he was in the marching band wit my nephew when they were teens. Always such Avery pleasant person and willing to help anyone, He will be sorely missed .Praying for Holy Spirit to comfort your hearts and minds, Joyce Carter