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Mary Teresa Gillespie Chastain, 69, of Bryson City passed away on October 18, 2021.
She was born on July 29, 1952 in Lincoln, Nebraska to the late Geraldine and Wilson “Doc” Shuler.
She spent five years in law enforcement and then spent fifteen years teaching law enforcement at Southwestern Community College. Mary was a member at St. Joseph’s Church in Bryson City.
Mrs. Chastain is survived by one son, Eric Jason Green; six grandchildren, Sydney Michelle Fortner, Craig Harley Fortner II, Conner Lee Green, Nichole Marie Green, Kaylie Mary-Shaw Green, Coleman Green, and one great grandchild Jasper William Saunooke.
The family will have a Celebration of Life Service at a later date to be announced.