Watertown, New York
Feb 20, 1946 – Dec 21, 2011
Richard J. Castagnier, 65, of 24959 Eastern Blvd., Watertown, passed away at his residence Wednesday, December 21, 2011.
Richard was born February 20, 1946 in Malone, New York, a son to Ernest and Margaret Finnigan Castagnier. He graduated from Massena High School in 1964. After high school, he attended Jefferson Community College, and later transferred to Empire State College where he received his bachelors degree. In 1964 he enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving until 1968.
On August 27, 1966 he married Catherine A. Badour in Rapid City, South Dakota. After moving back to Watertown, Richard worked for Marine Midland Bank from 1968-1976. He then worked for Samaritan Medical Center as a Patient Account Manager from 1976-1994. In 1994, he took the position of Coordinator of the Child Support Unit at Jefferson County D.S.S., retiring in 2008.
Mr. Castagnier was a member of the N.S.I.L., the American Legion, and the Elks. He was an active member of Trinity Episcopal Church serving on the Vestry, as well as working with the church youth. He enjoyed all sports, traveling, golf, reading, spending time in Myrtle Beach, cooking for his family and playing with his grandchildren.
In 1981 he bowled a 300 game. He scored 2 holes-in-one at WillowBrook Golf Course in 2006 and 2009. Mr. Castagnier also is a member of the Massena High School Football Hall of Fame.
Besides his wife, Catherine, Richard is survived by 2 daughters and a son-in-law, Kimberly S. Castagnier, Watertown; Jodi M. (David) Reichard, Cicero; 3 grandchildren, Hannah, Ethan, and Josh Reichard; a sister, Mary J. Mann, Albuquerque, New Mexico; and a brother, Ronald (Alice) Castagnier, Poestenkill, NY.
The funeral will be 10 am Tuesday, December 27 at Trinity Episcopal Church, Watertown. Burial will follow in Brookside Cemetery. Calling hours are Monday, December 26, from 4 pm - 8 pm at the Reed & Benoit Funeral Home. Contributions may be made in his name to the Salvation Army, 723 State Street, Watertown, NY 13601.
Condolences may be made at www.reedbenoit.com.
I hate our family are passing so young. Someday we’ll all see each other again. I miss seeing your big smile. Rip Dick until we meet again.
Karolyn Nowlan
December 16, 2021 | Grand Island, FL | Family
Cathy, Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God comfort you during this difficult time. In friendship, Honi
January 08, 2012
Cathy we are so sorry for the your loss of your husband. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Are deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this time.
Marie & Pat Biondolillo
January 02, 2012
Cathy, I am saddened by your loss. I wish the best for you and your family. I don't think I ever met Richard but he must have been special for you. My prayers and thoughts are with you and yours. Your childhood friend, Pat Ferguson Norris.
December 31, 2011
Cathy, so sorry to hear of your family's loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Stan was kind enough to let me know about Dick's passing. My condolences and God's blessings to you and your family.
Sincerely, Cynthia Pepp Fleming
December 28, 2011
Cathy, Kim and Jodi and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Dick was a very special friend. He will be deeply missed, but will be remembered forever. Thoughts and prayers to you at this difficult time.
Leon & Sharon VanDeWiele
December 27, 2011 | Cannon Falls, MN
Dear Cathy, Kim, Jodi
I find that words are difficult for me to express my sorrow. Dick was a very special person to me and to anyone else he touched in life, he will aways be missed, but remember the world is a better place because he was here, My love always....Mark
mark emerson
December 26, 2011
Dear Cathy, was so sorry to hear of your husband passing. He always got a laugh at our reunions as I mixed him up with Cathy Howland's husband. I would talk to him then he would tell me who he was and we would both laugh. I believe he knew my brother John Wager from Marine Midland. My love and prayers are with you always.He was a fine man and made me laugh. I will miss him at the reunions for sure. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Lucinda Wager Carney
Lucinda Wager-Carney
December 26, 2011 | Niagara Falls, NY
Dear Castagnier Family, Cathy we are very sad to hear of the family's loss and send our condolances, our prayers and our wishes we defeat this cancer disease soon. Judy Sherman sent us a note. Bless you and your family and all loved ones. Jack and Susan Woodward
December 26, 2011