Robert Andrew Castignetti, age 72, of Andover died on Sunday, July 19. Raised and educated in Winchester, he was the son of the late Joseph and Edith (Castagnetti) Castignetti. Robert had a long career in the finance department at the MBTA. He enjoyed spending time at Lake Winnipesaukee, was a collector of antique cars, a fan of The Three Stooges, and loved his cats and dogs.
Robert was the beloved husband of 49 years to Earlene Rose (St. Arnauld), and the devoted father of Danielle Owen and her husband James of Ossipee, NH, and Mark Castignetti of Andover. He was the dear brother of Ronald Castignetti and his wife Peggy of Winchester, and brother-in-law of Gary St. Arnauld and his wife Judi of Franklin, NC, and Ann Marie Laauwe and her husband James of Bristol, NH. Robert is also survived by his loving nieces Robyn, Julie and Amy Joe. Great uncle of Gemma, Russell, Travis and Ziv. Also survived by many loving cousins and extended family members.
Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Roberts name to MSPCA at Nevins Farm, online at www.mspca.org or to American Diabetes Association, 260 Cochituate Road, Suite 200, Framingham, MA 01701.