James Casto, N2IMH
James Casto, age 74, of Williamstown, NJ, on Friday, October 19, 2012, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Marlton, formerly of Camden, Jim lived in Williamstown for 37 years. Jim was a 1956 graduate of Haddonfield Memorial High School. Jim was a master service technician for 3M/Lanier. He served in the US Coast Guard Reserve for over 30 years, enlisting at age 17 and retiring as Lieutenant Junior Grade. Jim was a life member of the Military Officers Association of America and a past president of the South Jersey chapter. He was also a life member of Reserve Officers Association of the United States, and Chief Warrant and Warrant Officers Association, United States Coast Guard. Jim was a member of the Gloucester County Amateur Radio Club, American Radio Relay League, and the American Legion, Post 252. He enjoyed fishing, painting, woodcrafting, and was a very proud Pop Pop to his grandchildren.
Beloved husband of Marie (nee Solowij). Devoted father of James Casto, Jr. and Marjorie (Jason) Theilig. Loving grandfather of Jacob, Nicholas, and Alissa. Dear brother of Joan Casto and Ella Casto Rowand.
Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Friday 12:30pm - 2:00pm at the BELL-HENNESSY FUNERAL HOME, 420 S. Main St., Williamstown, followed by Divine Liturgy held at 2:30pm at Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, 2393 S. Black Horse Pike, Williamstown. Interment Church Cemetery. Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.bell-hennessy.com.
Born in Marlton, formerly of Camden, Jim lived in Williamstown for 37 years. Jim was a 1956 graduate of Haddonfield Memorial High School. Jim was a master service technician for 3M/Lanier. He served in the US Coast Guard Reserve for over 30 years, enlisting at age 17 and retiring as Lieutenant Junior Grade. Jim was a life member of the Military Officers Association of America and a past president of the South Jersey chapter. He was also a life member of Reserve Officers Association of the United States, and Chief Warrant and Warrant Officers Association, United States Coast Guard. Jim was a member of the Gloucester County Amateur Radio Club, American Radio Relay League, and the American Legion, Post 252. He enjoyed fishing, painting, woodcrafting, and was a very proud Pop Pop to his grandchildren.
Beloved husband of Marie (nee Solowij). Devoted father of James Casto, Jr. and Marjorie (Jason) Theilig. Loving grandfather of Jacob, Nicholas, and Alissa. Dear brother of Joan Casto and Ella Casto Rowand.
Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Friday 12:30pm - 2:00pm at the BELL-HENNESSY FUNERAL HOME, 420 S. Main St., Williamstown, followed by Divine Liturgy held at 2:30pm at Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, 2393 S. Black Horse Pike, Williamstown. Interment Church Cemetery. Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.bell-hennessy.com.
Edward J. Sumek, W2GSN - SK
Image Credit : Jim Mollica Jr, K2OWE