Joseph Casper Obituary
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Joe is well known as a funeral director who developed family-owned Casper Funeral Home from its humble beginnings to a South Boston cornerstone to serving thousands of people in need across Massachusetts. In addition, he had many impressive accomplishments as a broadcaster, writer, executive, and public figure.
His radio spot intro "I'm Joe Casper," became iconic for the flourish of his memorable voice and the trust he inspired in listeners. He shared heartfelt stories of families reunited, honorable remembrances, and neighborly acts of kindness. His messages highlighted the importance of celebrating life, family, friendship, and community.
Born and raised in South Boston, Joe cherished his interactions with people. Up until the time of his passing, he helped countless families quietly, confidentially, by listening, caring, and assisting them in their times of need.
We are deeply grateful and thank you for the overwhelming support and kindness expressed by so many who knew him and our family.
Joe loved his family, and we loved him immeasurably. We are taking time to grieve and be together. In the coming weeks, we will share details with you about a remembrance event to celebrate his incredible life and enduring legacy.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial for Joe in St. Peter Lithuanian Church, 75 Flaherty Way, South Boston, Saturday, September 6 at 11:00a.m.
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Linda (DiPerri) Connolly
Yesterday
My deepest condolences to the Casper family. May Joseph "Joe" Casper rest in peace. He was a good man and neighbor.
My Mom was waked at Casper´s Funeral Home. We were treated with kindness and compassion. My Mom passed suddenly from Lung Cancer and Casper´s Funeral Home was where she wanted to be waked from.
Anne Boehm
Yesterday
Joe was one of the family. A classy gentleman, a man of faith. He buried everyone who died in our family. From Frank Seluk´s grandmother on through, Having Joe around was a comforting ritual. It as a ritual we ,as the Seluk family ,cherished and appreciated. We last saw Joe when Frank Seluk died, which seemed a fitting remembrance as my Dad loved Florence, Joe and all the Caspers. Rest in peace Joe. You did so much for others " Well done my good and faithful servant" is surely what he will be welcomed with into the kingdom.
With Sincere thanks,
Anne Boehm ( Seluk), for all The Seluk Family
John Grady
Yesterday
My heartfelt condolences to Joe´s family on his passing in such a tragic and heartbreaking way. Joe and I became good friends in the Eighties when we served on the Boston School Committee together. We worked hard together hoping to improve the education system for the students. My sympathies go out to all of you. Sincerely, John Grady
Matt Moran
August 28, 2025
So sorry to hear this-a kind man of faith and dignity-my condolences to all his wonderful family. Matt Moran
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David Alty
August 27, 2025
Truly a great man and gentleman,a class act who was as personable as he was a consummate professional.My condolences to the whole family. Dave Alty
barbara ann druzdis
August 27, 2025
So very sorry for your family. New Joe as a child as i lived on Mercer st. All my family has used the Casper Home for funerals. Rest in peace
Donna MacDonald
August 26, 2025
Did not know Joe but appreciated his candid talk about a subject that is difficult. He instilled some trust in this aspect of life. We will remember him always and trust that this is CASPER always.
Philip & Robbin Isham
August 26, 2025
Robbin and I continue to pray for God´s Comfort and Peace (that only He can provide - Philippians 4:7) for you all as you mourn and celebrate your husband´s/father´s/grandfather´s/great grandfather´s life!
Numbers 6:24-26:
May..."the Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace."
Anonymous
August 26, 2025
RIP Mr. Casper. Condolences to his family and friends.
Marla Galasso
August 26, 2025
Dear Casper Family, please know that you've been in my thoughts and prayers since hearing of this sad news. I feel so lucky to have met your dad and grandfather, in person, this past year. I enjoyed his young-at-heart energy and engaging conversation that day. "I'm Joe Casper ..." the voice that won't be forgotten. ~Marla
Brian Jansen
August 25, 2025
I´ve known Joe and his family for years. His care and support touched countless lives.
Caparella Robert
August 25, 2025
Never forget those days on the tennis court a true friend and patriot never forget you Rest now my friend
Kerry A Lynch
August 25, 2025
My Condolences to the Casper Family. Rest easy Joe.
p. w
August 25, 2025
Im so sorry for your loss.
Bryce
August 24, 2025
Prayers to the Casper family at this difficult time Mr Casper was a great person who took care of the residents in Southie may he rest in sweetest peace
Brian Krantz
August 24, 2025
My sincerest condolences to the Casper family. Joe was an amazing, kind, caring and loyal man. He carried himself with dignity and pride. He treated everyone he came in contact with, with sensitivity and the utmost respect. A true son of SOUTHIE. There will never be abother like him. May he rest in Paradise.
John Nucci
August 24, 2025
Joe, you will be missed by many. Your service to your community was valued by those whom you helped over the years. I was honored to call you a friend .
John Nucci
East Boston, MA
Kevin Breadmore
August 24, 2025
My heart goes out to Joe and the family he helped my family in times of family passing he was and always will be a great man a true Southie boy at heart may he rest in peace with thous he has helped
Helen Galinauskas
August 24, 2025
My deepest condolences to the Casper family. Joe was a great man. Him and his family have helped so many people over the years.
Annemarie
August 24, 2025
My condolences and prayers, to your family during this difficult time!
Joseph Kelley
August 24, 2025
Joe was always there for the people that needed him, he will be missed. Godspeed.
Peter Opanasets
August 24, 2025
So sorry to hear of this tragic news, Joe was a great professional man who assisted my family several times.
Rachael Baldwin Ashman
August 24, 2025
Wow so sad to hear of Joe's passing. Him and my family go far back. To when I was younger and my Aunt Linda worked beside him. To me remembering his mom and how she would give me lollipops. Even when my aunt wasn't working there Joe and his family always always came through for my family anytime anyone passed. So sad prayers to his children and the rest of his family.
Nancy
August 23, 2025
South Boston has lost a Great Man. Rest in Peace.
Nancy C
August 23, 2025
South Boston will miss you.
Barbie Sinclair
August 23, 2025
Sending my deepest condolences to the Casper family! I am so sorry for your loss! Joe was a nice guy! I remember being a part of the Casper Club as a kid and marching in the parade. Both my grandparents were waked out at the Casper Funeral Home! May you rest in peace!
Barbie
Roberta Rogers
August 23, 2025
I am so sorry to hear about Joe . I lived at the bottom of Tudor and saw him many times . Always had a kind word as he would be sweeping the sidewalk and saying hi to you as you drove by .
I know you will miss him terribly
Rest in Peace Joe
Nancy McDonough
August 23, 2025
Joe you wete a wonderful pleasant man, my mother thought the world of you, you did a beautiful job when she passed on her, thank you. My you rest in the sweetest peace in the arms of the Lord. You are sadly missed
david breadmore
August 23, 2025
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY, JOE WAS A PERSONAL FRIEND, AND GAVE MORE TO THE COMMUNITY THAN MOST WILL EVER KNOW. A TRUE GIANT IN THE COMMUNITY AND IN LIFE IT SELF. DAVE & JAN BREADMORE
Julian & Nancy
August 23, 2025
We want to send our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the casper family. We are so so sorry to hear what happened to Joe, he was an amazing man who treated everyone with such empathy and fairness. He made very tough times much easier. He has taken great care of our family several times for many many years. We are so grateful for his and his family´s kindness. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
With much love and sympathy ,
Julian Pereira, & Nancy Pacione.
Lori walker
August 23, 2025
I'm really sorry to hear this he was a very generous and caring person casper's took good care of my family and will forever cherish their generosity
The Douglas family
Walter &EleanorSymolon
August 23, 2025
Sending heart felt condolences to Joe´s family. We have known him for many years and he guided our family through many sad times.May you all have many happy memories of your years with him. Our Lord has called him home. May he rest in peace.Walter &Eleanor Symolon
Dorothy McCormack
August 23, 2025
Prayers and condolences to the Casper family
Cindy Cosetta Poland
August 23, 2025
To the Casper family,
My grandparents, Julie and Al Cosetta, were friends of Joe's mother and father. Alot of my family, including my Dad, were waked and buried from your funeral home.
Joe will be sorely missed by many in the community. May his family find strength in this time of loss and may Joe rest in the arms of our Lord.
Rest in peace
Patrick Ceurvels
August 23, 2025
GREAT MAN RAISED AN EQUALLY GREAT FAMILY AND TREATED ALL SOUTHIE RESIDENTS WITH THE UTMOST DIGNITY AND RESPECT
Susan Warner
August 23, 2025
My sincere condolences, to Mr. Casper's family.
Anthony Carl caputo
August 23, 2025
my condolences to the Casper family , you have been there for my family since the beginning , thank you all, the caputo family
Paul Kleponis
August 23, 2025
Eternal rest grant your servant Joseph O Lord and may perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and all the souls of the faithfully departed through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Debra Cullen
August 23, 2025
Our deepest condolences to the Casper family. We are keeping you all in our prayers and thoughts at this most difficult time. Joe Casper has done so much for so many families in South Boston. He will be forever in our heart Sincerely. Debra (Barnes) Cullen & family
Joseph E Burke jr
August 23, 2025
Sorry for your loss
Paul Flores
August 23, 2025
Rip you took care of so many people in need you will be greatly missed
Bob Mini
August 23, 2025
My deepest condolences to the Casper family, Joe´s a wonderful person and will be missed throughout the community
Theresa m ward
August 23, 2025
Ken and family, we are so very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Please know you are all in our prayers. Theresa , Heathyr,Taylor and Billy Ward
The Gendrolis family
August 23, 2025
With the deepest sympathy, our family is sending. Joe was a man of kindness and wisdom. The Casper family has always supported families during extremely difficult times, especially our family. The Casper family is a class act. May he rest in peace and God be with you during the difficult time.The Gendrolis family
Frances King (Tiny)
August 22, 2025
So very sorry to learn of Joe's accident and passing. He was never too busy to stop and talk and greet you. He also helped a lot of South Boston families with deceased members of their families. He will surely be missed in our community. However he leaves a legacy of wonderful sons, daughter and grandchildren. Fran King (Tiny)
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