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Rita Castle Obituary

In Saugus, formerly of Revere, July 27 at 85 years, following a long illness & 3 days after the death of her husband, William B. Castle on July 24, 2008. Devoted mother of Blaine W. Castle of Saugus, Kenneth J. Castle & wife Laurie of Stratham, NH. Cherished grandmother of Adam Castle & wife Melissa of Concord, NH, Blaine Castle & wife Lucia of Saugus, Deana Covino & husband Anthony of Peabody, Audra Romani & her fiance Scott Spindler of Stoneham, Kelly Laspesa & husband Steven & Allison Gavin all of Manchester-By-the-Sea. Dear sister of Lena Raizen of Peabody & the late Lucy G. LaQuaglia & Nicholas M. Villani. Also lovingly survived by her great grandchildren, Amanda, Krista, Maia, Jack & Ella Castle, Mia & Maci Covino, Anthony Romani & Morgan Laspesa, her daughter in law, Fredda Castle of Stoneham & her sister in law Grace Villani of Revere & several nieces & nephews. Family & friends are invited to attend the Funeral from the Vertuccio Home for Funerals, 773 Broadway (Rte. 107) REVERE, on Saturday, August 2nd at 9 a.m, followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere, at 10a.m. Visiting hours are Friday only 6-9 p.m. Parking avail. in the lot left of the Funeral Home. Interment in Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, West Peabody. Mrs. Castle retired in 2003 after 37 years of service with Wonderland Dog Track of Revere in the Food & Beverage Concession. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to the Hospice of the North Shore, 75 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA 01923.

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 31 to Aug. 1, 2008.

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Anthony Covino

December 14, 2008

Hi Nan, I miss you and Bill so much, that burnt garlic bread and pasta every Sunday. Since you have left our family has changed and I wish you and Bill were around to give me guidance and advice. I'll never forget 18 yrs ago when Dee firdt took me there and I told you and Bill I lost all my Grandparents and you said "Me and Bill will be your grandparents for you" and you know what there was never a time I ever felt out of place in your home. You and Bill were special people and I just hope that Me and Deana can live that type of life together, its gonna take some work but you know I love DEEDEE and want to spend my life with her just like you and Bill. Miss you and Love you Merry X-mas, Anthony

Deana Covino

August 4, 2008

Dear Nana,
There are no words to explain how much i love you, and will miss u everyday. There is a hole in my heart that will never go away, i will treasure all our memories that we shared for a lifetime. I love you and will never forget you or Papa. Its gonna take alot of time for me to get use to this emptiness in my life, your grandaughter , always be with me xxoxoxxox DEANA

audra romani

August 4, 2008

Nana, instead of calling you, Im writing this to give me some peace. There is such a void in my soul and in my heart. I know you are with me in spirit, but I miss everything about you. You were one of my best friends and I still will talk to you everyday. I love you, always. Love, your Grand-Daughter and Friend, Audra xoxoxo

Kathy Liakos

August 3, 2008

Dear Blaine and family:

I am so sorry for the double loss you and your family are experiencing. I know how devoted you were to both of your parents. Have faith that they are together now forever.

Kathy Liakos

Audra Romani

August 2, 2008

Dear Nana,
I love you and miss you already! You always said that you wanted to see me grow into a young man...now I know you will. Both you and Papa will always watch over me, and I WILL BE OK. Love Always, your Great-Grandson, Anthony xoxo

THE GINNETTI FAMILY Gladys, Linda, Kathie and Jude

August 2, 2008

To the Castle Family,

Our sincere condolences to you during this very sad time. To lose both parents in the same week must be gut-wrenching. They are back together again and I guess that is of some comfort.

Martin & Amy Yorra

August 2, 2008

To the Castle Family,
Our love and prayers are with you at this time. Rita was a truly warm and wonderful person. We know Bill and Rita will watch over all who they loved. Rita was a very special person. The memories of her will be in our hearts forever.
All our love,
Martin & Amy Yorra

Lorna

July 31, 2008

Dear children, grandchildren and family members of Bill and Rita,
Rita and Bill had a marriage to admire and a love of family that was so rare. The deep commitment to each other and to all of you leaves an ache in the heart of all who knew them, at their passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I know that you will be blessed by them watching over you to help you heal. They will be missed by many.

Howard Dow

July 31, 2008

Sorry for your loss of both your mother & Father

July 31, 2008

To the Castle Children: I dont know your family or parents but normally I believe there is no answer to the question of 'why'. Well, in this case maybe the answer to why for your mom is - she is now with the love of her life - her husband. This happened to my family and it comforts me to know sometimes love wins out even in death. Peace to all and your family is in our prayers. Boston reader in FL.

Linda Terry

July 31, 2008

To all the Castle Family,

Words can't express what you are going through right now. Our deepest sympathies are with you. Rita was a wonderful, loving, caring person who opened her home and her arms to everyone who knew her. The memories of your family times together will never fade from your minds or your hearts.

Fredda, you were more than a daughter in law to Rita and Bill. I do believe they considered you more a daughter and I know they are both watching over you with love.

Love, Linda

Kelly Laspesa

July 31, 2008

Nana,
You were the mother of two, but truly a mother to all who knew you. You treated people like gold, filled with love, and you made sure that those around you knew how much they were loved. You are loved more than you know, and you and Papa can continue to share your love through our dreams and memories. Take care of each other. You both will always be with us. All our love, Morgan, Kelly, and Stephen xoxoxo

Patricia Varney

July 31, 2008

Dear Baline Jr. and Deana-
I am so very sorry for all your loss's in the past few months. You kids have gone threw so much. Time heals all wounds and, I promise you it will get better. Once again you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Patty

Patricia Varney

July 31, 2008

Dear Blaine-
I can not Express sadness, I feel for you right now. I can not believe you are going threw this again this weekend. When, I came over tuesday night to visit you, I felt so bad for you and did not want to leave you alone. The house seemed so empty without the loud t.v. going upstairs. Maybe, this is what you need peace right now to relax i don't know, But I am here for you/ just call me.
Love Patty

Adam castle

July 31, 2008

Nana,
We all love and miss you very much. We know you are with Papa now and together you will watch over us for the rest of our lives. Although we cannot see you, you will always be in our hearts and minds forever. We LOVE YOU SO MUCH!
Your great grandchildren,
Amanda, Krista & Maia

Angela Munson

July 31, 2008

Blaine, Lucia & Family,
We are so sorry for what you are all going through right now in such a short period of time. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With sympathy & love,
Jeff & Angela Munson

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