Robert Patrick "Bob" Castanza

1957 - 2022

Robert Patrick "Bob" Castanza

1957 - 2022

BORN

1957

DIED

2022

Robert Castanza Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 14, 2022.
New London - Robert Patrick Castanza passed away April 17, 2022, Port Charlotte, Fla. He was born in New London, Feb. 13, 1957, to Anthony Castanza Sr. and Mary Castanza. He graduated from St. Bernard High School and served in the U.S. Marine Corps.

He was predeceased by his brother Anthony Castanza Jr. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Timothy and Michelle Castanza; and by his sister Mary Ann Gunderman.

Bob was an uncle to seven and great-uncle to three. He is also survived by numerous cousins and friends here as well as those friends and co-workers in Port Charlotte, Fla., where he resided for many years.

A graveside service will be conducted at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 19, in St. Mary Cemetery. The Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home is assisting the family. If you wish to honor Bob's memory, please reach out with open arms to those you love and hold them close to your hearts.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home - New London

12 Ocean Avenue, New London, CT 06320

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