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Helen Castaldi Obituary

Castaldi, Helen E.
Helen E. Castaldi, 96, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Wednesday evening, October 5, 2016, at Hewitt Health and Rehab in Shelton. She was the beloved wife of the late Anthony P. Castaldi. Mrs. Castaldi was born in Shelton on August 17, 1920, daughter of the late Michael and Elizabeth Sedlock Majoros, founding members of St. Michael's Church in Derby. A lifelong resident of Shelton, she was employed at the former Stelray Products in Shelton for many years. Helen enjoyed trips to Mohegan Sun Casino, cooking and baking, and crocheting and sewing. She is survived by a loving son, Donald J. Castaldi and his wife Deborah of Shelton, a loving daughter, Elaine M. Parkins of Palm Bay, FL, cherished grandchildren, Christopher Castaldi and his wife Ashley of Shelton and Lisa Lee of FL, great-granddaughters, Christina and Sarah Jones of FL, great-great grandchildren, Jericho Alston, Braiden Jones, Andrew Jones, Delainna Morel and Gia Alston and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a granddaughter, Kelly Castaldi, a son in law, Frederick M. Parkins, brothers, John and Mickey Majoros and sisters, Mary Cigas and Irene Ruzinkovic. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral on Saturday October 8, 2016, at 10:30 am at St. Joseph's Church in Shelton for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will immediately follow in Mt. St. Peter Cemetery in Derby. Visiting will take place on SATURDAY MORNING from 8:30 am until the procession leaves for church at the SPINELLI-RICCIUTI/BEDNAR-OSIECKI FUNERAL HOME, 62 Beaver Street in Ansonia. To send an act of sympathy, please visit www.spinelliricciutifh.com.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Oct. 7, 2016.

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Pat Valeria

October 7, 2016

So very sorry for your loss

Cary Neri

October 7, 2016

Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength.

October 7, 2016

Please accept our sincere condolences at this sad time. (Psalm 18:2) ~ Nicky

October 6, 2016

Dear Donny, Debbie, Elaine and Chris,
Our sympathies are with you all, Aunt Helen was such a sweet and gentle soul her whole life! I am so glad I was able to see her recently, she was so cute!! God bless you all! Love, Kim

Laura, Bob and Steven Czel

October 6, 2016

My dearest friend Elaine, I am truly sorry for your loss of your mom. I always liked her and thought she was a trip to be around, I know you are hurting right now, but know that she is in a fabulous place right now. Yes, an angel indeed. I love you and will be here for you whenever you need. Love you

Ashley Karstrom

October 6, 2016

Uncle Donnie, Aunty Debbie & Chris,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. What a beautiful long life Helen lived! She will truly be another angel to look over you all. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you!
-Ashley, Ryan, Lily & Isla

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