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Matthew Ryan DorsettPassing: July 18, 2026

Service:

Chastain Funeral Home

Funeral Service

Friday, July 24th @ 11:00am

Visitation:

Chastain Funeral Home

Thursday, July 23rd @ 3:00pm-7:00pm

Friday, July 24th @ 10:00am-11:00am

Cemetery:

Mitchell Cemetery

Friday, July 24th

SELLERSBURG – Matthew Ryan Dorsett, 45, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2026, at his residence.

Born May 29, 1981, in Bedford, he was the son of Stephen Wayne and Theresa “Teri” Elaine (Allen) Dorsett.

Matt was a 1999 graduate of Mitchell High School.  He graduated from Franklin College in 2003 and received his law degree from Indiana University School of Law in 2006.  Matt was a member of the Indiana Bar Association, the Kentucky Bar Association, the Indiana Supreme Court Bar, and the U.S. Supreme Court Bar.  He had been employed as Senior Council for Louisville Gas & Electric Company.

Matt attended Woodville Baptist Church and was a past president of American Baptist Youth Association.  He was a Boy Scout, attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.  Matt enjoyed playing golf, and did so all through high school and college.  He was an avid fan of Indiana University and the Indianapolis Colts.

Surviving are his parents, Stephen and Teri Dorsett of Mitchell; sister, Katie (Paul) Price of Mitchell; uncle, David (Robin) Allen of Whiteland; and nephew and niece, Drew and Emma.                    

His grandparents, Kenny and Vera, and Walter and Mickie; and uncle Denny Dorsett, preceded him in death.

Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 24, in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center with Pastor Jordan Philpott and Reverend Glenn Hamer officiating.  Burial will be at Mitchell Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Thursday, July 23, and from 10:00 a.m. until the service on Friday at the funeral home.

Memorial Gifts:  Woodville Baptist Church or Capstone Ministries

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45 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Christopher Brown | Mitchell Indiana
    Date: July 27, 2026
    My heart goes out to you all. Mr. And Mrs Dorsett I send the biggest virtual hug to you. I care about you guys so much. Katie , oh Katie my heart breaks for you. I will give you a brotherly hug in honor Matt when I see you next. That was always such a good guy to me and such an inspiration to me in college academically. Every time I took an exam early on, I would think of Matt’s dedication to academic excellence and it helped me achieve some of the best grades I’ve ever had in my life. I send lots and lots of love and prayers to you guys. - Christopher
  2. Guest: Richard Benich | Bloomington
    Date: July 25, 2026
    I worked with Matt at MISO Energy in Carmel, IN. Matt was always so full of life. He went to Franklin College and I went to Hanover. We used to give each other a hard time! We played golf together a few times and really enjoyed each others friendship. Bless you buddy...and my best to your family.
  3. Guest: Aaron Fate | Ann Arbor, MI
    Date: July 24, 2026
    Matt Dorsett worked with me in MISO’s legal department when I joined, and I remember him as kind and helpful to someone new and trying to figure out the company. To all his friends and family, I am sorry for your loss, and wish you understanding, strength, and peace.
  4. Guest: Kelsey Colvin | Louisville, Kentucky
    Date: July 24, 2026
    I’m grateful to have known Matt and to have been his friend. My deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.
  5. Guest: Daryn Barker | Borden, IN
    Date: July 23, 2026
    Sincere condolences to the family on Matt’s passing. I worked extensively with Matt at LG&E prior to my retirement in 2025.
  6. Guest: Debbie (Fleenor) Clock | Mitchell
    Date: July 22, 2026
    Steve, Teri and Katie, I am so deeply saddened to hear about Matthew. My heart breaks for you all. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers today and in the days ahead. Love you. Debbie
  7. Guest: Donna Pruett | Mitchell IN
    Date: July 22, 2026
    Steve, Teri, and Katie and family, Our sincerest condolences and prayers for you upon the tragic loss of your son and brother Matthew. He was a good friend of our daughter Betsy growing up, and we always enjoyed coming over to visit with you and share some food as well! This is such a shock! Please accept our sympathy and humble prayers at this time of great need for all of us. Love, Gary, Donna, Betsy and Holly
  8. Guest: Betsy (Pruett) Wolf | Knoxville, TN
    Date: July 22, 2026
    I am grateful for all of the shared memories with Matt and your whole family. I’ve been reminiscing about my first camp out in your backyard with Grandpa Walter, and getting into shenanigans while the grownups hung out and talked in the living room. I’m sorry we’ve lost Matthew so soon. He was smart, helpful, kind, and loving—just like his family. Sending my love to you guys.
  9. Guest: Woody and Brenda Wagoner | Mitchell, Indiana
    Date: July 22, 2026
    Steve and Terri, we are so terribly sorry to hear of Matt’s passing. Such fond memories of our days together at Woodville. We are thinking of all of you.
  10. Guest: Ginny Jones | Bedford, Indiana
    Date: July 22, 2026
    Steve, Teri and Katie, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace, Ginny
  11. Guest: Mike Blackwell | Indianapolis, IN
    Date: July 22, 2026
    My deepest sympathy for the loss of Mr. Dorsett. Matt was a colleague and friend in the workplace and through our mutual participation in the Energy Bar Association. Now I learn from his obituary that he is also a fellow Indiana University alumni and Eagle Scout. Matt was a managing attorney at MISO when I met him, and as a new attorney he was always there for me as a mentor and friend. I will remember him fondly.
  12. Guest: Virginia Atkins | Newberry SC
    Date: July 21, 2026
    Steve, Teri & Katie, Matt went to school with my girls. Graduating with Natalie. So sorry to hear about this. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
  13. Guest: Tim Fleenor | Hartford, AL
    Date: July 21, 2026
    My condolences and prayers for your family.
  14. Guest: Joshua Scott | Crestwood, KY
    Date: July 21, 2026
    I enjoyed working with Matt at both MISO and LG&E. I too am an avid Indiana Hoosier and Indianapolis Colts fan. Matt and I used to chat about them both. So very sorry for your less.
  15. Guest: Mike & Kim Kern | Bloomington Indiana
    Date: July 21, 2026
    Steve, Teri and Katie, so sorry to hear about Matt's passing. He was such a great kid in scouts. You and your family are in our prayers.
  16. Guest: Buddy & Kathy Bolton | Mitchell, IN
    Date: July 21, 2026
    Steve, Terri and family, We are so saddened to hear this! So much in this life is so difficult to understand! Our prayers will be you all. “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” ‭‭Psalm‬ ‭34‬:‭18‬ ‭
  17. Guest: Bob Braman | Greenwood; IN
    Date: July 21, 2026
    Steve and family, I send prayers of peace, comfort and hope to you during this difficult time.
  18. Guest: Tammy Malott | Mitchell, Indiana
    Date: July 21, 2026
    So sorry to hear this Steve. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
  19. Guest: Sherri Lynch-Winston | Jacksonville FL
    Date: July 21, 2026
    So sorry for your loss. I remember he and I used to play together at Kenny and Vera’s. Prayers to all the family.
  20. Guest: Kelleen Wilburn | Elkhart
    Date: July 21, 2026
    Steve and Teri, My prayers are lifted up to our Lord and savior for His Grace and Strength to be ever present with you both. I am so very sorry
  21. Guest: Sandalee Jeffries | Mitchell
    Date: July 21, 2026
    My sincere condolences to all the family.
  22. Guest: Bob Ehrler | Louisville, Kentucky
    Date: July 21, 2026
    Matt was a respected colleague and a good guy to have as a friend. I and his other work buddies will always have fond memories of our little weekend hiking and kayaking trips together. He has left us way too early. He will be missed. Our deepest condolences to his family.
  23. Guest: Jane Kite | Fort Wayne, Indiana
    Date: July 21, 2026
    Teri and Steve, I'm so sorry. I wish I had words to help! Sending love and prayers.
  24. Guest: Shawna Lake | Zionsville, IN
    Date: July 21, 2026
    I enjoyed working with Matt at MISO. We collaborated on business issues but I also had the opportunity to see him lead a professional team for the first time. His instincts and how he cared for and put people’s best interests at the forefront made it a true pleasure to work with Matt. I am so sorry for your loss and am thinking about your family at this difficult time.
  25. Guest: Raven Hyneman | Bedford
    Date: July 20, 2026
    I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for your family.
  26. Guest: Shelly J (Stinson) Cooper | Mitchell, IN
    Date: July 20, 2026
    Steve, Terri, and Katie, my prayers are with you all, I am so sorry to hear this. If you need anything, please let us know. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers, Shelly (Myers) Cooper
  27. Guest: Lori Spence | Bradenton, FL
    Date: July 20, 2026
    Our deepest sympathies to the Dorsett family on Matt’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with Matt at MISO. He was a gifted attorney who always had the best interests of others as his priority. Our prayers are with you.
  28. Guest: Brenda Jenkins Jones | Jeffersonville, In
    Date: July 20, 2026
    I'm so sorry to hear about the death of your son. Prayers to your family.
  29. Guest: Michelle Henderson | Lexington Kentucky
    Date: July 20, 2026
    I'm so sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers.
  30. Guest: Justin Henderson | Orleans, IN
    Date: July 20, 2026
    Condolences to Mr. Steve Dorsett and his family.
  31. Guest: Susan Chastain kay | Blaine, tn
    Date: July 20, 2026
    So very sorry for your loss.
  32. Guest: David DeSalke | Oakland, FL
    Date: July 20, 2026
    Deepest condolences on Matt’s passing. He will be remembered fondly by everyone who knew him — his friendship meant a great deal to me. May the Divine Assistance remain always with us, and may the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
  33. Guest: Jerry Freeman | Mitchell, Indiana
    Date: July 20, 2026
    So sorry Steve, will be thinking about you.
  34. Guest: Dee Fields | Bedford
    Date: July 20, 2026
    I am so sorry for the loss of your son. My prayers will be with you and your family, Mr. Dorsett.
  35. Guest: Ashley Atchison Burton | Indianapolis, In
    Date: July 20, 2026
    My Deepest Condolences to all from the class of “ 2000 “ My prayers are with the entire family.. Matthew 5:4 “ Blessed are those whom mourn, for they shall be comforted “
  36. Guest: Bob Connell | Mitchell, Indiana
    Date: July 20, 2026
    Sorry. Condolences to the family.
  37. Guest: Nellie & Jon Rosenberger | Mitchell, In
    Date: July 20, 2026
    Steve, Teri, Katie and family. You know how special all of you are to us. Our love and prayers will cover you all forever.
  38. Guest: Anita Cornwell | Avon, Indiana
    Date: July 20, 2026
    There is no other pain like the loss of a child no matter their age. Prayers for Steve and Teri and the rest of his family as they learn to live with memories of the good times you shared.
  39. Guest: Benny Grimes | Mitchell Indiana
    Date: July 20, 2026
    My prayers are with Steve and the family.
  40. Guest: Gale Briscoe Acton | Seymour
    Date: July 20, 2026
    My heart is breaking for you
  41. Guest: Jeanne Shinn and Edward Perry | Sellersburg, IN 47271
    Date: July 20, 2026
    To Matt’s parents and family, we are truly sorry for your loss. Ed and I were Matt’s friends and neighbors who lived across the street from him. We have Remy, our precious little dog who loved Matt and was always happy to see him when he would come over for a visit. We, too, were always glad to see him and enjoyed meals from our club which he would always get and bring over and we would sit in living room with our trays and watch Fox News. We will miss him and we mourn him lovingly. God bless.
  42. Guest: Heather Bennett | Mitchell , Ind
    Date: July 20, 2026
    So sorry for your loss . Prayers to Katie and family !
  43. Guest: Jody Brown | Bedford
    Date: July 20, 2026
    So sorry for your loss, prayers for the entire family.
  44. Guest: Darren Norrington | Mitchell, Indiana
    Date: July 20, 2026
    On behalf of Mitchell’s Scout Troop 348, we offer our sincere condolences on the loss of Matthew, Eagle Scout - 1995.
  45. Guest: Lisa Sieg | Corydon IN
    Date: July 20, 2026
    I enjoyed working with Matt at LG&E. Deepest sympathies to your family.

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