Gaetano "Guy" Castriotta

November 3, 2019

Gaetano "Guy" Castriotta, 82, died Sunday, November 3, 2019 peacefully in his home after a long battle with cancer. He leaves his daughters, Geraldine and Guyleen Castriotta; his son, Guy Castriotta, his two granddaughters Monica and Rachael Castriotta, his two sisters Mary Valletta and Josephine (Jaye) Montefusco along with many cousins, nieces, nephews and close friends. He was also the brother of the late Matthew, Lawrence and George Castriotta, Anna DeSante and Carmela Vendresca. Born and raised in Providence, the son of Pietro and Vincenza Castriotta, he was a resident of Warwick. In his early years, after serving in the US Army, Mr. Castriotta became a heavy equipment operator and supervisor in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was also an avid automobile enthusiast and loved to restore antique cars. His passion for life was infectious and his smile could light up a room. He was always willing to lend a hand to anyone who needed it and he will be missed. A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 22, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Exeter, Rhode Island. (Please meet at the Cemetery Administration Building parking lot at 9:45 a.m.)