Albert Castaing

T/Sgt. Albert Paul Castaing

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, 757th 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.

T/Sgt. Albert P Castaing was assigned to the 459th BG 757th Squadron.
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS): Engineer/Gunner.

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	Rank	General Order	Date	Award
Albert Castaing	Cpl	4406	11/09/1944	AM
Albert Castaing	Sgt	4668	11/24/1944	AM/OLC
Albert Castaing	T/Sgt	486	02/03/1945	AM/2OLC
Albert Castaing	T/Sgt	1455	03/16/1945	AM/3OLC
Albert Castaing	T/Sgt	1979	04/01/1945	DFC