Albert Paul Castaing
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Albert Paul Castaing

  • January 9, 1921 - January 8, 2012
  • New Orleans, Louisiana
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“Mrs. Gloriann, I am so very sorry for your loss. Mr. Al will be missed. I am so sorry I could not be there for his service. Love, Peggy St.Romain ”
1 of 6 | Posted by: Peggy St. Romain Breaux - LA

“Gloriann -I remember years ago when Theone and Jim Maher, Rita Clare and George were all so close - years pass fast. Al is the true gentleman - you...Read More » ”
2 of 6 | Posted by: Elaine & Denis Barry - Mandeville, LA

“my heart feels your pain. I will be there for you. Al is in a better place. Joan2gr5m ”
3 of 6 | Posted by: Joan Mascaro - new Orleans, LA

“Gloriann, I'm so sorry for your loss. Al was a wonderful man. I've many good memories of our times with the two of you. May God ease your pain....Read More » ”
4 of 6 | Posted by: Olivia Heidingsfelder - Metairie, LA

“dear gloriann, the montaldo family extends thier deepest sympathy to you on your loss. i remember many of the good times we had when we were...Read More » ”
5 of 6 | Posted by: eddie montaldo

“The entire staff of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home would like to extend their sincere condolences to the family. ”
6 of 6 | Posted by: Bob Gentry


Mr. Albert Paul Castaing, age 90 years, son of the late Magdalin and Paul Castaing, passed away on January 8, 2012. He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Gloriann Cali Castaing. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Edmay Winterrowd, Delores Bennett, Inez Vizzini and Antoinette Giglio. He was born on January 9, 1921 and was a lifelong resident of New Orleans.
Mr. Castaing was a WWII veteran and decorated was hero who flew over 50 missions with the 459th Bomb Group, 759th Squadron. He received numerous awards including the Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, a member of the American Legion, a past President of the New Orleans Rose Society and retired from Bell South Engineering department.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sister, Pauline Konnecker, many loving nieces, nephews, friends, members of the Quartano family and his devoted dog, Sugar.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 at 2:00 PM. Visitation will begin at 12:00 Noon. Private interment.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Canon Hospice, 1221 S. Clearview Pkwy, Jefferson, La. 70121 or St. Paul Lutheran Church, 2624 Burgundy St., New Orleans, La. 70117. Please view and sign the family guestbook at www.lakelawnmetairie.com