Bernard P. DeCastro

1922 - 2017

Bernard P. DeCastro
of Townsend, formerly of Nashua, NH

TOWNSEND -- Bernard P. DeCastro, 94, of Townsend, formerly of Nashua, NH and Arlington, died Tuesday, February 7, 2017, at his home.

His wife, Margaret (Climo) DeCastro, died in March 2013.

Mr. DeCastro was born in the Charlestown neighborhood of Boston, July 3, 1922, the son of Joseph and Elizabeth DeCastro and resided in Arlington and Nashua, NH before moving to Townsend five years ago.

For over 30 years, Mr. DeCastro worked as a baker, then in the maintenance department of Continental Baking Company, which was located in Natick at the time.

He leaves two daughters, Linda M. Giardina with whom he resided in Townsend, Kathleen E. Chase of Moultonborough, NH; two son-in-laws John Giardina, John Chase; five grandchildren, Melissa Reyes, Jessica Lindof, Christopher Giardina, Carrie Medeiros, Meghan Chase; six great-grandchildren, Christian Conde, Wesley Giardina, Myles Medeiros, Norah Medeiros, Brayden Lindof and Sienna Rose Giardina.

He was the brother of the late Joseph DeCastro of Waltham and Anita Minor of California.

Mr. DeCastro served his country in the United States Army during both WWII and the Korean Conflict. Many years ago, Mr. Decastro coached the girl's basketball team at the Immaculate Conception School in Cambridge. More recently, Mr. DeCastro enjoyed dancing, walking and spending time with his family. He also enjoyed watching all sports, particularly, the Boston Celtics.

DECASTRO -- Funeral services will be held 11 am Tuesday, February 14th at the Anderson Funeral Home, 250 Main Street, (Rte 119) Townsend Center. Spring burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, West Townsend.

Calling hours are 4-7 Monday at the funeral home. Please see www.andersonfuneral.com for additional information.