Daniel Castiglione, Sr.

August 26, 1949 - October 12, 2021

Mr. Daniel Castiglione, Sr. of Locust Grove passed away October 12, 2021. Dan was born in Brooklyn, NY, grew up in Hollywood, Florida and lived in Georgia for 30 years. He worked for 40 years in the retail and supply chain industry and was a pioneer in barcode logistics. His seven grandchildren call him “Papa” and many others call him friend or Mister Dan. He loved spending time with his family, fishing, and woodworking. Dan never met a stranger; he saw the best in people and was quick to help them. He used his God-given talents to serve others in the church and community. Whether fixing fishing rods for foster kids or building a podium at the church, he was always ready and willing to serve others by fixing anything or building something for them. He loved the Lord and left a strong legacy of faithful service to God to his wife, children, and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Linda Castiglione of Locust Grove; children, Daniel Castiglione and his wife Erika of Durham, NC; Lauren Pierce and her husband Scott of Greenville, SC; Kristen Farner and her husband Steven of Newnan; father, Peter Castiglione of Duluth; brother, Peter Castiglione and his wife Bea of Chatham, VA; twin brother, Joseph Castiglione and his wife Diana of Coral Springs, FL; sister, Edith Valentini and her husband Val of Duluth; grandchildren, Maggie Rose, Isaac and Derek Castiglione; Emily Rose and Kale Pierce; Brody and Branson Farner and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. A memorial service for Mr. Castiglione will be held on Saturday Nov. 6 at 11:00am Encounter Life Church, 45 Mt Carmel Rd, McDonough, GA 30253.