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William Castone Obituary
AGE: 65 • Hammonton
William "Stick" Samuel Castone, 65, died suddenly on January 18, 2013. A lifelong resident of Hammonton passed with his family at his side at the Atlantic Care Medical Center in Atlantic City. Born September 20, 1947, Bill was predeceased by his parents William and Vera (nee Wright). Beloved husband to Rita (nee Goldberg), beloved father to William Castone (Johnna), Brian Castone, Brett Castone (Melissa), Benjamin Castone (Theresa), and Bethann Castone-Burke (Daniel), beloved grandfather to Brian Jr., Riccia, Liam, and Benjamin Jr., and beloved brother to Joanne Kennish (Michael).
Bill graduated from Hammonton High School (Class of 1965) where he excelled in basketball and football. He set the basketball single game scoring record of 44 points, which still stands today. Shortly after high school, he met the love of his life, Rita Goldberg from Berlin, whom he married in 1969. He attended Glassboro State College where he earned a degree in Education. During this time, he worked at Whitehall Laboratories in Hammonton. Upon graduation, he obtained his first teaching job at Woodbury Junior-Senior High School teaching 6th grade. He then proceeded to teach at Berlin Community School for 27 years where he coached Girls Softball and Boys Basketball. Despite retiring from public education, Bill held the following positions: Teacher, Guidance Director, Vice Principal, Girls Basketball Coach, and Girls Head Track Coach at St. Joseph's High School in Hammonton. While there, he won many South Jersey Parochial Championships. From there, he concluded his career at Our Lady of Grace and St. Anthony's of Padua, both in Camden County. Currently, he was a Boys Basketball Coach at Moorestown Friends School. Bill was a devoted congregation member of St. Joseph's Church, and he volunteered his time to the Hammonton Food Bank. He was also an avid runner, most recently completing the Wildwood Half Marathon with his son and daughter. He was a Philadelphia sports enthusiast and had a love of vintage Western films. However, his greatest enjoyment was spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Family and friends are invited to attend his viewing Thursday evening, from 6pm-9pm and Friday 9:00am -10:30am at Marinella Funeral Home, 102 N. Third St., Hammonton. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 11:00am at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Parish-St. Joseph Church Third & French Sts. Hammonton. Entombment Greenmount Cemetery, 124 S. First Rd., Hammonton. The family requests donations to be made in Bill's memory to: to St. Anthony of Padua School, 2818 River Dr., Camden, NJ 08105. (marinellafuneralhome.com)
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Memories and Condolences
for William Castone
The Kerr Family
January 28, 2013
Dear Castone Family,
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. He was a wonderful man who will truly be missed.
Al Domingo
January 25, 2013
Coach Castone,
Thank you for coaching my son on the Moorestown Friends Boys basketball. You truly made a difference in many students lives. May you rest in peace and God bless you and your family.
- Al Domingo
Dean Domingo MFS B team 2011-2012
Robin Porter-Bogardus
January 24, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to the Castone family. So sorry for your loss.
Karl Miller
January 24, 2013
My wife and I were shocked to hear about the passing of Bill. We had come to know Bill during the 2008-2009 school year at St. Anthony's in Camden. Although Bill was able to stay with the St. Ants family for a short time during that year, Bill proved to be a dedicated and caring educator and engaging prankster. My wife and I touched base with Bill from time to time talking about his beloved family, his amazing wife Rita, and he remembered our child Ryan as an infant. I even recall Bill saying one time that he "loved" his retirement, yet something tells me that Bill would have been at his wits end without having something constructive to do. Bill will always have a place in our hearts and we pass along our deepest condolences to the Castone family.
Brian & Carol Tidwell
January 24, 2013
Ben and Family, We are so saddened for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. God Bless.
Chris Matarazzo
January 24, 2013
To all of the Castones: Bill was one of the most dedicated educators and perhaps the most dedicated family man I have ever known. He made me laugh on a daily basis when we worked together, and that means a lot. He may be gone but he lives in the hearts of countless students and colleagues. I haven't seen him every day for years, but I will miss him nevertheless. Saying prayers for him and all of the family...
January 24, 2013
Dear Brett and family---I was so sorry to hear about your Dad--I know how much you admired him and how deeply he is loved---please accept my sincere sympathy--- In friendship, Donna and Dennis Carolla
Paula Sandt Miller
January 23, 2013
Words cannot express the sadness my entire family feels for the loss of a great teacher and family friend... Mr. Castone will forever be in our thoughts. Prayers go out to his wife and children...
Edward Carilli
January 23, 2013
Dear Coach Castone,
You are the delight for the Moorstown Friends Boys B-Basketball Team 2012. You were a great coach.
We are so, so sorry for your passing. May God bless you and your family.
God Bless,
Mr. Edward M. Carilli
Dylan Elliott Carilli
Donna Cassise
January 23, 2013
To the Castone family
Please know your husband/father touched many lives through many years of teaching. He was a great teacher who made learning fun for many of us. He certainly had a sense of humor. RIP Mr. Castone
Mindi Capone-Simone
January 23, 2013
My prayers to the family. May he rest in peace. The world has lost a great person and an awesome teacher
Mindi Capone-Simone
January 23, 2013
To The Castone Family- We are so sad to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.- Andrea,Darryl and Nicholas Mack
David Haas
January 22, 2013
Thoughts and prays go out to the Castone family. You were more than a teacher to me, Mr. Castone.
Cynthia Costello
January 22, 2013
Brian and your family
So very sorry for your loss. It is clear your dad was an amazing person and will be missed by many. Prayers to you and your family at this difficult time.
Nancy Taylor (Migliaccio)
January 22, 2013
Castone Family, My prayers to each of you. I was surprised to hear of Bill's passing. It seems we spoke a couple years back when I was working in one of the School Systems he applied to ....I will remember him from the neighborhood,and school. May the Lord help you through this difficult time.
Bob Alexander
January 22, 2013
Rip mr castone you will forever be remember to all great teacher coach an friend
Larry Pizzi
January 22, 2013
Rest, my friend. It was a privilege to teach along side you.
Dan Masciarelli
January 22, 2013
I have always fondly remembered Mr. Castone's classes and teaching technique as matter of fact, always giving us the "real truth." It was so effective in preparing me for realities in high school, college and beyond. I consider myself extremely lucky to have had the opportunity to learn from him.
Lisa Kerr (Nichols)
January 22, 2013
To the Castone Family,
Iam so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Mr. Castone was a great man and wonderful teacher. When I look back on my years at BCS his class is one of my fondest memories. To know him was to love him. I find myself very lucky to have known him! He will truly be missed! Rest in peace Mr. Castone!
Michelle Masciarelli
January 22, 2013
Mr. Castone was my favorite teacher. For only being in 4th grade when I had him, he made such an impact in many areas of my future years. I have some great memories of that class.
Michael Billings
January 22, 2013
I am sorry for being such a bad kid in your class. life is too short. u and ur family are in my prayers
January 22, 2013
Bill was a kind man! He and my mom, Mary Hannon, worked together for years at the Berlin Community School. My prayers go out to his family. Suzanh Hannon Boronkay
Lisa Smith
January 22, 2013
RIP Mr. Castone and condolences to his family. He was a great teacher.
(BCS class of 1988)
Cherie Calletta
January 22, 2013
Very sorry for your loss. Bill was one of a kind, and will be greatly missed.
Joyce Albano (Schleyer)
January 22, 2013
Mr.Castone you will be surely missed. You were such a great and fair coach with my daughter's softball team. Your fairness and sportsmanship really shined throughout every game.
Joe Kerr
January 22, 2013
Rest In Peace Mr. Castone. I consider myself lucky to have known you. We went to BCS at such a special time and I believe those cherished memories live with us forever.
Henry
January 22, 2013
Mr. Castone was a great man who everyone looked up to! He was a great teacher who loved helping his students! Having him at Our Lady of Grace made my middle school years the best! If it wasn't for Mr. Castone I do not think I would be where I am today!
You and Your Family are in my Prayers!
Thanks Big Guy!
Wendy Aspell-Wisser
January 22, 2013
RIP Mr. Castone. Thoughts and prayers to your family. You will be forever missed.
Jenn Silipena-Terruso
January 22, 2013
Ben, Bethann and Family
I'm so Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this hard time.
John Domenico
January 22, 2013
Very sorry for your loss.Stick was definetly a great man an athlete always went to see him play basketball. He will be missed
Staff from Western Atlantic Parent Family Support Network
January 22, 2013
I just want to say that our thoughts and prayers go out to the Castone Famaily in this time of sorrow! He was a great man.
Mike Hiteshew
January 22, 2013
Mr. Castone was an excellent teacher, coach and man. He made my time at BCS memorable. Condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time.
Sherry Driscoll
January 22, 2013
Rest in peace Mr. Castone. You are remembered with love! We will celebrate your life!
anthony amedio
January 22, 2013
grew up with bill great classmate and once a blue devil always a blue devil
Alex DeSteefano
January 22, 2013
Ben and Family,
My condolences to you and your family at your Dad's sudden passing. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Carl Pappert
January 22, 2013
Kathy and I send our condolences and love.
Janet Mangano (Wentz)
January 22, 2013
wow, I remember Mr.Castone @ BCS, around the late 80's early 90's, and he was a great man, always made me laugh. You will be missed Mr.Castone, R.I.P. <3
January 22, 2013
Rita and family,
We are deeply saddened by Bill's passing. We can only imagine the sorrow. We know how good your family has been to Melissa. The Fogg Family
January 22, 2013
What a great homeroom and history teacher. You will be missed.
January 22, 2013
Bill was great to work with. I worked with him at OLG and he could put a smile on anyone's face! My prayers are with all of you in this time of sorrow.
Gerald Snyder
January 22, 2013
Good teacher, good father, good colleague, good man. He touched the lives of many. Peace be with all those who are hurting right now. Dominus Vobiscum.
Patricia Maimone
January 22, 2013
It is so sad to learn that we lost a wonderful classmate(my locker buddy for 4 years)and such a perfect picture of Bill - makes me more sad...:o(... Bill You will always remain a member of the HHS Class of '65. Sending deepest sympathy to your wonderful family. Miss you Bill
Linda Boller
January 22, 2013
Rita and Family,
My heartfelt thoughts are with you during your time of sadness. I hope you find comfort, strength and peace in the memories and your faith. My love to all...
Joe Olivo
January 22, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's sudden
passing. It's only a week or two ago
that we shouted greetings to eachother
while walking at Greenmount cemetery.
I have known Billy since I was a kid
and always enjoyed talking and joking
with him. My sincere condolences to
his family. He was one of the really
good guys. God Bless.
I wish my kids could have met the famous Mr. Castone!
Trisha Sindoni Williams
January 21, 2013
A piece of Mr. Castone's love for sports, education, and family must be one of the reasons the Sindoni family all enjoyed him so much. His sense of humor, touch of sarcasm, and wit made learning a wonderful experience. He has left lasting memories with all of us and the many other families he has touched. I only wish he knew how much impact he had on so many people! He was loved! I can not express in words how difficult this must be for all of you right now. Hopefully someday, you will take comfort knowing just how many lives he changed...for the better!
Much much love! Trisha "Sindoni Legs" Williams
Patty Jackman (nee Kalck)
January 21, 2013
RIP Mr. Castone, you were an amazing history teacher while I was at BCS and will definitely be missed by all of the communities you touched with your enthusiasm.
Angela Minor
January 21, 2013
Bethann - I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I lost my father in my early 20s and it was not easy. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts.
January 21, 2013
To the Castone Family,
Bill was an extremely wonderful man. We were lucky enough to becomes friends with him during his time at St. Joseph High School. He was a real class gentleman. He encouraged our girls both academically as well as in athletics. Even though we may not have seen him over the years there has been many times we talk so highly of him. He introduce the Javlin to our daughter and with his support and encouragement helped her to achieve her goals. He will be greatly missed you had a wonderful husband and father a great role model. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
God will help you all get through this very difficult time,
Bob, Sharon, Lindsay, Laura, and RJ Idell
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