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Frederick Castaldo Obituary
Frederick Michael Castaldo Sr., age 69 of Bridgeport, the beloved husband of Irene (Jarzynski) Castaldo, entered into eternal rest on Monday, November 14, 2016 with his loving family by his side. Born in Bridgeport on January 30, 1947, he was the son of the late Guido and Rose (Bellavita) Castaldo, and was raised and employed in the City of Bridgeport. Fred enjoyed family gatherings, good food, sitting on the beach and going on vacation. He was an active member of the Elks Lodge #36 and you could find him there enjoying the fellowship of his brother Elks. He was a past president of the Lake Forest Association and a member for 40 years. "Fred's Pasta Night" was a well-attended social for both Elks and Lake Forest. He loved his parish family at St. Andrew's Church, and worked on the family picnics as well. He would strike up a conversation and then a friendship anywhere he went. His shoe collection was amazing. In addition to his wife, cherishing his memory is his son, Frederick Castaldo Jr., his brother, Thomas Castaldo and wife Elaine, his brothers and sisters-in-law; Peter and Teresa Jarzynski, Michael and Marianne Jarzynski, and his nieces and nephews who enjoyed his stories and jokes. Fred's family would like to express their thanks to the nurses and physicians and clergy of 9 South in St. Vincent Medical Center, Bridgeport. He was released by loving and caring hands into the hands of his Almighty Father. Friends are invited to attend the funeral on Friday, November 18, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. DIRECTLY in St. Andrew Church, 435 Anton St., Bridgeport with a Mass of the Christian Burial. Entombment will follow in St. Michael Cemetery, Garden Mausoleum, Stratford. Friends may call on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Parente-Lauro Funeral Home, 559 Washington Ave., Bridgeport. To sign an online guest book or to send private condolences please visit www.parentelauro.com. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to St. Andrew Parish, 435 Anton St., Bridgeport CT 06606 or to the Elks National Foundation, c/o Bridgeport Elks Lodge #36, 735 Old Town Rd., Bridgeport CT 06606, in memory of Fred.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frederick Castaldo
Chuck
February 18, 2024
Hi all just want to send my sorry to Fred we worked many years together God took Fred to soon I remember the fun times we had at work you were a good friend do miss ya ,.
November 18, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Fred was a great guy and will be missed.
Philip and Sharon rodonski
Arleen DeFranzo
November 18, 2016
Cookie, Tommy and Elaine,
I am so sorry to hear this very sad news.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joe and Donna Straub
November 18, 2016
To the family of Fred Castaldo.So sorry for your
sudden loss .Thoughts and
prayers are with you all at
this time. Our Sympathy.
Nikki Taylor
November 17, 2016
Mrs. Castaldo & Fred Jr. My heart is so sad to hear ofMr. Castaldo passing. I have so many wonderful memories of you both. When I was a little girl we spent so much time on the lake with the Castaldo family. I have one very special memory it was my birthday and Mr. asked me what I want him to get me for my birthday. I said a big lobster just for me. Well is was time to go home and has always you and Mrs. C gave me a big hug and kiss goodbye. A little why while later our doorbell rang and to me surprise there was a huge lobster with a bow on it. The note said Happy Birthday Nikki love Mr. Castaldo. I ate the whole thing myself. And I don't want to forget a story about Mrs. Castaldo when I was little and I got of the lake freezing cold and wet. Mrs. C always had a towel ready for me even though I was wet and cold. She would hug me tight and I would cuddle up in your lap and go to sleep. I love you both and I am very grateful to have you in my life. R.I.P. Mr. C.
Giselle Doszpoj
November 17, 2016
My condolences to the Castaldo Family for their loss. I have known Freddie since we were teens hanging out at the Big Beach in Lake Forest. We saw each other many times over the years, especially when he worked for the City of Bridgeport. Such a terrific guy. He will be missed.
Tim Brown
November 17, 2016
Dear Cookie and Fred Jr. I'm so sorry to here about your loss. As this loss is truly everyone's.
What a blessing it was to get an opportunity to meet such a great supervisor as Fred!
Tim and Ginger Brown
Marianne Castaldo
November 17, 2016
Cookie, Fred Jr, Tommy and Elaine,
I am so so shocked and so sorry about the loss of cousin Freddy. He was always so sweet to me and I always enjoyed seeing him at family gatherings or running into him around town.
Unfortunately I don't return from PA until Friday afternoon so I won't be able to attend the service but I will be there in spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
All my love,
Marianne
Donna amato
November 17, 2016
I am placing this for my father (Dominic Amato) sending sympathy to the family of Frederick Castaldo. Please find comfort surrounded with family and friends during this time.
Liz & Judy McGovern/Eckert
November 16, 2016
Cookie and Junior--
Judy and I are so sorry to hear of Freddie's passing. We just can't believe it! We will miss his belly laugh, his watchful eye, his suggestions (about everything!), his helping spirit, Judy will miss those liver and onion sandwiches. We will miss his drive by, always checking the neighborhood for any activity. He was always willing to help everyone, even when he was annoyed! That's what made Freddie, Freddie. I hope you have a million great memories...we have the last 5 years.
Tony and Cheryl Picarazzi
November 16, 2016
May you rest in eternal love and peace.
Tony D'Agostino
November 16, 2016
To the family of Mr.Fredrick Castaldo Sr. Sorry to hear of the loss of Fred,our thoughts and prayers are with Fred and his family.
Patti Drake
November 16, 2016
Cookie and Fred jr, we are so sorry to hear of your loss of Big Fred--I have many memories of fun times at Lake Forest Beach and club with your family, my daughters grew up with Fred jr and Big Fred embraced Howard into your friendship without skipping a beat. You will be missed by many. Thoughts and memories, Patti, Howard, Heather, Brooke, and Casey and their families.
Ennio & Sharon Ferrante
November 16, 2016
Cookie & Fred Jr. We are so sorry for your loss Our thoughts and prayers are with you both Fred Sr. we are going to miss your sense of humor, your cooking,seeing you at the Elks Lodge and most of all your friendship R.I.P Fred Sr.
Steve & Mary Taylor
November 16, 2016
we will miss you Fred. The lake won't be the same without you. R.I.P
John Rogers
November 16, 2016
Irene, please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss.
Melissa Taylor
November 16, 2016
Fred was a great man and important part of my life since before I could remember. A very caring man who always kept a watchful eye over my sister, myself and then my own daughter. I dont have a memory that doesnt include him. My family was very close to the Castaldo's we had family dinners, picnics and of course all day beach days, he was a good sport by putting up with my sister and me when we wanted him to swim with us. He was the only person to talk me into trying liver/onion sandwichs on field day..he made me a special one. Even when we were annoying he would smile at us and put up with us. Fred and Cookie were always fun to be around, And the way he looked at her like he was falling inlove with her all over again would give you hope that good loving men were out there. He was amazing with my daughter who just like i did loved " Mr. Fred and Ms. Cookie." I will miss him and I thank him for so many great memories, and for always watching over me, when I think of Lake Forrest I will always think of him.
Mary Taylor
November 16, 2016
Cookie &a Fred Jr. There are no words that will Express the sadness I feel. Fred was a wonderful friend to me and my family. My girls adored him and Cookie. They knew that if Mr. Fred was there he would always buy them ice cream from the truck. You will so missed so much. R.I.P. My friend.
November 16, 2016
Cookie and Freddie,
Please accept our condolences. We are shocked and saddened by the news of Fred's passing. Our hearts are heavy with sadness. Fred always had a smile on his face and a story to tell. May he rest peacefully.
Sincrely,
The Mancuso Family
Michele Cascella Ferrari
November 16, 2016
So very sorry to read of your brother passing. My deepest sympathy Tommy and Elaine .. Michele
Brenda Nickerson
November 16, 2016
We are sad to learn of Fred's passing, may he now rest, prayers to all. He will be missed at #36.
Steve and Brenda Nickerson
Melissa Taylor
November 16, 2016
Fred was a great man and important part of my life since before I could remember. A very caring man who always kept a watchful eye over my sister, myself and then my own daughter. I dont have a memory that doesnt include him. My family was very close to the Castaldo's we had family dinners, picnics and of course all day beach days, he was a good sport by putting up with my sister and me when we wanted him to swim with us. He was the only person to talk me into trying liver/onion sandwichs on field day..he made me a special one. Even when we were annoying he would smile at us and put up with us. Fred and Cookie were always fun to be around, And the way he looked at her like he was falling inlove with her all over again would give you hope that good loving men were out there. He was amazing with my daughter who just like i did loved " Mr. Fred and Ms. Cookie." I will miss him and I thank him for so many great memories, and for always watching over me, when I think of Lake Forrest I will always think of him.
Barb&Ken Anton
November 16, 2016
Fred was such a man; caring, giving and so funny. We were so lucky to know him. We are both so sad and extend our condolences.
Julia Trovarelli
November 16, 2016
The Trovarelli Family is very saddened by the news of Fred's passing. We have enjoyed so many happy times with Fred, Cookie and Freddy over many years at Lake Forest and the Elks Club. Our hearts are heavy and our sympathy, love and prayers are with you all.
Maggie Salamon
November 16, 2016
Freddie and family - sorry for your loss
Heather Grazado
November 16, 2016
So sorry to hear of Fred Sr.'s passing. My prayers are with your family during this very difficult time. May he rest peacefully and may your hearts heal.
November 16, 2016
Cookie, Fred Junior, and Tom; please accept my condolences on Fred's passing.
November 16, 2016
Fred you left us too soon, and the pain of not seeing you on this plane is shocking and sad. I will miss your smiling face at holiday and family events, and specially the good conversations. We'll all have you in our hearts and minds as we face the seasons to come without you. You will always be remembered. Lisa Parziale
Roy and Sandy Rutkowski
November 16, 2016
You will be missed. You always had interesting conversations that made any gatherings fun. Our hearts go out to your family.
Debbie Brackett-Uliano
November 16, 2016
Dear Cookie and Freddie,
I am so very sad to hear of Fred's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies. Fred was a giving and generous man and everyone's comments are right....he would do anything for anyone and always with a smile. I know we haven't seen each other in a while, but the memories made in Lake Forest for 35 years with our children growing up --- our a treasure. I am out of the country and very upset I can't attend Fred's funeral. God Bless you both.
Nancy Censabella
November 16, 2016
Angels are watching over you
Wings wrapped gently around you,
Whispering you are loved and blessed.
.... Angel Blessing
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
Michael McPadden
November 16, 2016
Cookie and Fred jr so sorry to hear about the passing of Fred,may he Rest In Peace .
Dr Robert Caserta
November 16, 2016
My condolences to the family. Fred was one of my favorite patients. I'm sorry to hear of his passing.
Frank Pagliaro Jr
November 15, 2016
Irene, Fred Jr, I am in total disbelief over the loss of your beloved husband/father, to the entire Castaldo family my deepest condolences. RIP, brother Elk
Candy and Jim
November 15, 2016
Thinking of you Xoxo
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