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Ashlyn Chattaway

Texarkana

Summary

Experienced Deputy Coroner who is passionate about serving the Miller County community, and enhancing the integrity of the Coroner's Office. Committed to delivering justice through accurate and thorough death investigations. Dedicated to easing the pain of grieving families by providing clear, compassionate answers about loved ones' deaths, informed by chaplaincy training. Honor the sacred trust of handling death investigations with respect, empathy, and professionalism.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Coroner

Miller County Coroner's Office
Texarkana
12.2023 - Current
  • Conduct thorough death investigations, analyzing scenes to determine the cause and manner of death with precision and attention to detail.
  • Collect and document evidence meticulously, ensuring accurate and comprehensive case records.
  • Complete death certificates and notify next of kin with empathy and professionalism.
  • Collaborate effectively with law enforcement, medical professionals, and other agencies to ensure a seamless investigation process.
  • Maintain strict adherence to legal, ethical, and procedural guidelines, safeguarding confidentiality and integrity.
  • Demonstrate composure under pressure, managing high-stress situations with a calm and focused demeanor.
  • Reviewed police reports, medical records, lab results and witness statements pertaining to deaths under investigation.
  • Conducted interviews with family members, witnesses and medical personnel to obtain pertinent information related to a case.
  • Analyzed data from toxicology tests conducted during autopsies to assess potential causes of death.
  • Prepared detailed reports on each case for review by the coroner or medical examiner.

Chaplain

American Ministries
Texarkana
01.2023 - Current
  • Offered counseling support during crises and emotional distress situations.
  • Developed and facilitated educational programs on grief and loss management.
  • Engaged with families to provide comfort and support during difficult times.
  • Delivered high level of spiritual guidance, emotional support and practical assistance to residents, loved ones and employee teams.
  • Handled emotionally disturbing situations.
  • Provided pastoral assistance and support to both patients and loved ones during crisis situations.
  • Officiated weddings and led funeral services for church members.
  • Prepared participants for roles in ceremonies, services or events.

Assistant Funeral Director

East Funeral Home
Texarkana
09.2019 - Current
  • Assisted in coordinating and conducting funeral services, ensuring compassionate support for grieving families.
  • Provided empathetic guidance to families, addressing their needs and questions during the bereavement process.
  • Managed detailed documentation and logistics for funeral arrangements, maintaining accuracy and organization.
  • Collaborated with coroners, medical professionals, and clergy to facilitate seamless service planning.
  • Upheld confidentiality and ethical standards while handling sensitive information and remaining.
  • Conducted removals from hospitals, nursing homes, private residences.

Education

Forensic Toxicology -

Arkansas Coroner's Association
Magnolia, AR
09-2023

ABMDI Certification - Arkansas Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators

Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Acadamy
Camden, AR
06-2023

High School Diploma -

Trinity Christian School
Texarkana, AR
05-2007

Skills

  • Excel in meticulous scene investigations and precise documentation, critical for accurate determinations
  • Skilled in analyzing information, identifying discrepancies, and reasoning through complex cases to form valid conclusions
  • Maintain a calm and professional demeanor in challenging and emotionally charged situations
  • Provide compassionate support to families, answering questions to aid in their grieving process and foster closure
  • Work effectively with law enforcement, medical professionals, and community stakeholders to ensure thorough investigations
  • uphold confidentiality, legal standards, and procedural accuracy in all aspects
  • Manage multiple cases effectively, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all responsibilities
  • Conducted detailed death scene examinations, gathering vital evidence for determining cause and manner of death
  • Home and hospital removals
  • Task prioritization
  • Witness interview
  • Death Scene Investigation
  • Medical history analysis
  • Autopsy documentation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Deputy Coroner

Miller County Coroner's Office
12.2023 - Current

Chaplain

American Ministries
01.2023 - Current

Assistant Funeral Director

East Funeral Home
09.2019 - Current

Forensic Toxicology -

Arkansas Coroner's Association

ABMDI Certification - Arkansas Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators

Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Acadamy

High School Diploma -

Trinity Christian School

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