Brian H. Chasteen

Brian H. Chasteen 45, of DeKalb died Saturday, June 4, 2016 at his home. He was born July 2, 1970 in Clinton, IA and was the son of Raymond and Selinda (Karspeck) Chasteen.

Brian graduated from Genoa-Kingston High School in 1990. He was a career military veteran with the United States Army serving in the 82 ^nd Airborne Artillery. He served an overseas assignment in Korea and another with the Army Reserves in Iraq. During his military career he received many honors including; Army Commendation Medal, five Army Achievement Medals, two Army Good Conduct Medals, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, and Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon.

He is survived by his parents; Raymond and Selinda Chasteen of DeKalb, three children; Kora and Elizabeth Chasteen of Tampa, FL area and Eric Coberley of Moline, IL and two grandchildren. Four sisters; Darlene Chasteen, Cheryl Chasteen, Christina (Alberto) Pacheco, and Lydia Chasteen. Three brothers; Frank, Will and James Chasteen and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by both his maternal and paternal grandparents.

Funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 11:00am at First Congregational United Church of Christ in DeKalb with Rev. Judith Harris officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 10:00am until the time of service. Burial will take place on Friday, June 10, 2016 at 11:00am at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL with full military honors those wishing to attend this very brief graveside service please arrive at 10:30am at the cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the family to be established at a later date. To send an online condolence please visit: www.finchfuneralhomedekalb.com. Arrangements were entrusted to Finch Funeral Home 310 Oak St. DeKalb, IL 60115 815-758-3841.