Leo J. Kastl

 

     Leo J. " Joe"  Kastl, 88, of Lorain died Monday evening, December 21, 2009 at Community Health Partners Regional Medical Center in Lorain following a prolonged illness. 

     Mr. Kastl was born in Lorain on July 12, 1921, the son of the late Joseph and Barbara (nee Recznek) Kastl.

     He attended Lorain Public Schools. He was a US Navy  veteran of World War II, receiving medals for service in the American Theater and the  Asiatic-Pacific Theater with three stars, He also earned the  7th Fleet Commendation Ribbon and the World War II Victory Medal.

    

 

     Mr. Kastl was a active member of Faith United Methodist Church having served as an usher, president of Men's Club, Administrative Board and enjoyed helping the various dinners served at the church. 

     He was retired as an electrical manager at US Steel following 35 years of service.

     Mr. Kastl was a member of the F & AM Black River Lodge # 786 and Scottish Rite Valley of Cleveland. He was also involved with Senior Fellowship and was a Life Member of VFW  Post 451.

     He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening.

     Mr. Kastl is survived by his wife of 60 years, Helen I. (nee Ilcisko) Kastl, two sons David A ( Mary Anne) Kastl of Lorain, Clifton J (Audrey) Kastl of Elyria Twp., grandchildren Tracey Nero, Joel Kastl, Allison Mimms, Abby Kastle, Adam Kastl, two great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

     In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters Evelyn Sauer, Rosemary Acs and a brother Emil Kastl.

      Friends may call  Sunday, December 27, 2009 from  4-8 pm  in the Schwartz, Spence, Boyer & Cool Home For Funerals, 1124 W. 5th Street, Lorain. His Masonic Lodge will have a memorial service at 7:00 pm. 

 

     Funeral Services will be at 11:00 on Monday, December 28, 2009 in the funeral home with Pastor Chris LaLond and Dr. Dale Sauer officiating.

     Burial will be in the Ridge Hill Memorial Park with full military honors provided jointly by VFW Post 451 and the American Legion Post # 30.

     Family suggest that memorial contributions may be made to the Faith United Methodist Church, 2201 Reid Ave., Lorain or the Shriners Hospital, 3229 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio  45229-3095.

 

 

 

CONDOLENCES

 

From:        Dale Sauer
Relation:    Nephew

 

Aunt Helen, Dave and Cliff

Uncle Joe was such a hero to me.  I will miss him tremendously.  He was like a father to me over the years.  I have always admired him and have been grateful for his love and support of me over the years.  He bought me my first baseball glove and taught me how to use it.  He has touched me in soooo many ways.  When my father died in 1994 Uncle Joe took my brother, Ron, and me outside and told us "Since your dad is now dead I want you to look to me as standing in for him.  I want to be there for you!"  I shared with him recently that he was a father figure for me for many years before my dad died.  Uncle Joe never was afraid to share his love and hugs.  I only hope that I can be the kind of father to my five children that he has been to his children and to me and Ron.  THANK YOU, UNCLE JOE.  I will miss you but I know that you are living with Jesus and God in his kingdom!

Aunt Helen, Dave and Cliff, if I can be there for you in any way I would be proud to do that for you.

Dale