Antonio Nicastro

1934 - 2015

Antonio "Anthony" "Tony" Nicastro, of Arnold, passed away peacefully Monday, Dec. 21, 2015, at home surrounded by his family and companion. Born Feb. 4, 1934, in Province of Avellino, Bagnoli, Italy, he lived in Arnold since coming to America at the age of 15. He served in the Army during the Korean War and reached the rank of corporal. He is survived by his children and stepchildren, Larry Anthony (Lori) Nicastro, of New Kensington, Gale Jean (David) Sowol, of Lower Burrell, Joseph Leonardi, of Pittsburgh, and Ronald (Cle) Leonardi, of New Kensington; grandchIldren, Michael Nicastro, of Shadyside, Lindsay Nicastro, of Boston, Ryan Sowol, of Lower Burrell, Megan Sowol, of Lower Burrell, Vanessa (Nick) Black, of New Kensington, Jamie (Josh) Leonardi-Line, of Verona, and J. R. Leonardi, of Pittsburgh; great-grandchildren, Jada Powell, Bella Black, Kayla Black and Nicolas Black; sister, Carmella (Albert) Zalcmann, of New Jersey, and their children and grandchildren; and his companion, Judy Giuliani, of Lower Burrell. He was a self-employed contractor and the owner of Nicastro Rentals. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Gale Leonardi Nicastro, in 2008; mother, Rosa Gatta Nicastro, in 1990; and father, Lorenzo Nicastro, in 1996. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of Mt. St. Peters Church; the Arnold Chamber of Commerce as past president; Arnold Lions Club; Knights of Columbus No. 1381, 4th Degree; IAES Society No. 119; Sons of Italy No. 881; Columbiana Federation Club No. 176; BPO Elks No. 512; Loyal Order of Moose No. 53; Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 533; American Legion No. 684; honorary member of the Valley Lodge No. 294; and member of the Builders Association of Metro Pittsburgh.
At his request, there will be no visitation or service. Professional services trusted to THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY LTD., Blawnox.
www.thomasmsmithfh.com.