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Laurel Castiglione
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Born in Norwalk, CT, she was a graduate of Norwalk High School, class of 1959.
1n 1960, she married the love of her life, Richard Castiglione. A love of music brought them together. Throughout their 53 year marriage, they enjoyed the arts. In both of their careers, they enjoyed the comradely of summer concerts with their students at the Amherst Summer Music Center. They enjoyed traveling, and traveled to many destinations throughout the country and trips to Italy.
As a textile artist, Laurel painstakingly created many unique quilt designs, which she lovingly gifted to her family members.
In addition to quilting, Laurel handcrafted beautiful dolls for her grandchildren.
Laurel spent many precious moments with her grandchildren, Erin and Michael, and great grandchildren, Olivia and Ian.
As a volunteer at Portsmouth Regional Hospital, Laurel brightened the lives of many people during their hospital stay.
Laurel was predeceased by her husband Richard Castiglione in 2013.
Laurel is survived by her son, Richard Jr, daughter Melissa, grandchildren, Erin and Michael, and great grandchildren Olivia and Ian.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
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Elaine Mansfield
May 5, 2025
Mellisa and family your are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Anne Moore
April 27, 2025
Rest in peace, Laurel.
Mary Anne
Joanne campbell
April 17, 2025
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I will miss her sweet and gentle soul. Living on the same floor as she I am blessed to have had the opportunity to chat and help her, even when getting on the elevator, taking her things to wash or waiting for bus to hospital. Her spirit and smile will stay with me always. RIP Laurel
Erin Toracinta
April 16, 2025
I miss you so much. You were the best grandmother and great grandmother in the whole world. The kids and I are so lucky
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Hawk Furman
April 16, 2025
Laurel was an extraordinary person whose positive attitude help the world be a better place. She will be missed immensely. She never gave up and stayed independent until the very end. Rest in peace
Lisa MacBride
April 15, 2025
Rich and Melissa,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Mother, Laurel.
She was a bright star, where ever she went she brought humor and kindness. She was a loyal friend to me through out a 20 year relationship
starting in Kittery at Shepards Cove. Laurel had a gift of design and made her homes charming in the country style. Integrating her beautiful quilts and other carefully selected antiques. Everyone who saw her homes love her style. She was also a fun story teller. I will miss her!
Barbara Cushman Searles
April 14, 2025
Laurel was a wonderful Angel to me and cooked many meals for me during Covid. Her constant positivity and her smile will never be forgotten. She will be sadly missed. I am fortunate that I was around her in her final days. What a beautiful strong woman and a very thoughtful friend with her words and actions.
My deepest sympathies for all family members.
Barbara Cushman Searles
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