Earl Edward Chastain

We celebrate the life of Earl Edward Chastain of Lithia Springs, Georgia.

Born on September 21, 1936, Earl lived in Tampa, FL and graduated from Hillsborough High School, later continuing his education at Harvard Business School. He married the love of his life, Lela Virginia Perkins, on June 23, 1956.

Preceded in death by his wife, Virginia; his son, Stephen; and his brothers, Homer B. and Kelly, Earl leaves behind a cherished family legacy through his two grandsons, Anthony (38) and Jonathan (35), their wives, Audra and Rachel, and five great-grandchildren, Owen (13), Brooklynn (12), Logan (9), Peyton (9), and Ava (2), as well as many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Earl served honorably as a Specialist in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from August 1962 to August 1968.

He ascended through the ranks at The Cameron & Barkley Company, beginning his career as a delivery driver, and eventually working up to being offered a partnership. He ultimately retired as Vice President after 46 loyal years. Upon retiring, he and Virginia settled down in Lithia Springs, Georgia where they remained the rest of their lives.

In his earlier years, Earl served faithfully in his local church. He was a wealth of knowledge on a great many things, and known for his funny one-liners and anecdotes that he shared freely. He leaves behind a legacy of generosity, having given to friends, family, and a variety of charities.

A few of his favorite things included Cracker Barrel fried apples, Waffle House, Western films, weekends in the mountains, hunting, fishing, getting into the nitty gritty of business, and quality time with his loved ones.

In his later years, Earl valiantly fought a cancer diagnosis. He was determined to face life and treat his conditions as they arose. He was a strong man with a very rigid work ethic. He loved his Savior and looked forward to reuniting with his beloved Virginia in Heaven. After 90 years of life, Earl has run the race, and he ran it well until the end.

Friends and family are invited to an intimate Celebration of Life at West Cobb Funeral Home on Saturday, November 14 from 12:30-3:00 p.m.