Joaquin James Castelhano

"Jack" Joaquin Castelhano passed away on April 24, 2017 in Sun City, Arizona surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Cambridge, MA in 1931. He was raised there until he joined the US Army. He proudly served in the 82nd Airborne, B Battery, 456 AFA from 1950-1953. Jack owned his Home Decor Business for many years. In his spare time he enjoyed being surrounded by his family. He is survived by his loving wife, June, and children Joseph, Edward, Rita Percer, and Linda Brow, along with stepchildren Eileen Neiman, James Sackal and Donald Gartland, and sisters Helen Bucchino, Barbara Janecka and Terry Jackley. Jack was the proud grandfather to 14 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. They were such a blessing to him. Per his wishes he was cremated and his cremated remains will be inurned with Military Honors, at 11:00 am sharp! Friday, June 2, 2017 National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona 23029 N Cave Creek Road Phoenix, AZ 85024 Following the ceremony family and friends will gather at the Old Country Buffet, Glendale, AZ. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to 82nd Airborne Educational Assn, Inc., P.O. Box 87472, Fayetteville, NC 28304-7482