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Joseph Castine Obituary
Joe was born in Athol, MA on October 8, 1944 the son of Marion (Riel) Castine and Frank Castine, Jr. He was a graduate of Mahar Regional High School, class of 1962.
Following high school, Joe began working for the family business Castine Moving and Storage based in Athol. The company was started by his grandparents Hazel and Frank Castine Sr. in 1923 and is a fourth generation company today. Joe was proud to have served in many capacities from driver to dispatcher to vice president, representing a well respected business in the community. He retired in 2014 to spend more time at home.
Joe also served in the Massachusetts National Guard for a number of years beginning in 1964.
In his free time away from work, Joe enjoyed anything that involved being outdoors. From fishing, hunting, camping with his family, snowmobiling, skiing, or just maintaining his home and keeping his lawn perfect. Joe loved to watch the birds who came to visit his home and had a special connection with his dogs-his "grandbabies".
Joe's family is what gave him his greatest joy. At home watching the Patriots, Bruins, Red Sox or Celtics, or watching his grandkids playing sports brought out his biggest smile.
He will be dearly missed by his family and those who knew him well.
Joe is survived by his wife Linda (Bruseghini) Castine, whom he married in 1979, his son Eric Castine of Greenfield, his daughter Melissa Kalinowski and her husband Christopher of Northfield, his three grandchildren Jaden Melnik, Lauryn and Nolan Kalinowski, a sister Gail Lyman and her husband Richard of Erving, a sister Lynne Lanou and her husband Harlan of Port St. Lucie, FL, brother-in-law Bernie Bruseghini and his wife Connie, sister-in-law Donna Bruseghini and her partner Ron Patti, several nieces, nephews and friends.
A Celebration of Joe's Life will take place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, it is suggested memorial contributions be made in Joe's name to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016 or online at www.kidney.org
Smith-Kelleher Funeral Home in Greenfield is assisting the family. To send a message of condolence to Joe's family, please visit www.smithkelleherfuneralhome.com
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Lorita Bosworth
January 3, 2020
Dear Linda and family,
Tom and I extend our most sincere and heartfelt sympathy to you all. We have fond memories of you and Joe at our family picnics -- and I will never forget your visits to Dr. Harrington's office and how amazing Eric was in his EARLY walking!! We shall keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Tom and Lorita Bosworth
Rosemary Ireland
January 2, 2020
Linda and everyone,
We are shocked to see that Joe has passed. We have many fond memories of spending time with you guys. We pray your memories bring you peace and know he is with you all always.
Ro and Bob Ireland
Jennifer Hadsell
December 31, 2019
Auntie Linda (god mom) and family
Thinking of you all at this time I'll never forget joe and all the memories we had growing up love you all
Bill & Debbie Tobin
December 31, 2019
Linda & Family, so sorry to here about Joe you are in our thoughts and prayers please accept our condolences
December 30, 2019
Linda and All the family,
We are so sorry, if only there were words to take away your pain. In time your memories will make you smile once again. We have many growing up and spending time together with all the family. I sent this to Wendy we she told me the news and it truly is Joe.
2 Timothy 4:7-8 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept my faith.
Rest in Peace Joe
Love,
Diane and Bill
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