Daniel Alan Chasteen

Daniel Chasteen

October 31, 1952 – September 9, 2025

Daniel Chasteen, age 72, of Inola, Oklahoma, passed away on September 9, 2025.

Born on October 31, 1952, to Jack and Zelma Chasteen, Daniel grew up in Inola and attended Inola Public Schools. After marrying the love of his life, Kathy, on October 12, 1974, the couple shared 51 wonderful years together.

Daniel proudly served in the United States Army for a short time before beginning a long career at American Airlines, where he worked for more than 15 years.

Outside of work, Daniel had many hobbies that brought him joy. He loved race cars, restoring classic cars, hunting, watching football, and, most of all, spending time with his grandchildren and family.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Zelma Chasteen; his brothers; and his granddaughter, Sara Ann.

Daniel is survived by his loving wife, Kathy; daughter, Averie Chasteen; brothers, Lonnie, Buford, and Otto Chasteen and wife Janet; and grandchildren, Matthew Chasteen and Cheyenne Orcutt along with many other nieces, nephews and other extended family.

Daniel will be remembered for his love of family, his passion for cars, and the countless memories he created with those he loved.