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Johnston, R.I.

The founder and fearless leader of pumpkin growing in RI has passed away.. Rest In Peace John Castellucci.. You will be missed by all..

6/12/2017 12:12:15 PM

Little-TON - Colorado

Very sorry to hear this.... May you rest in Peace John.

6/12/2017 12:13:54 PM

Massachusetts

So so sad.........

6/12/2017 1:44:45 PM

Rhode Island

I could not agree more Norman.
John was the very first to my knowledge ( in the great little state of R.I.) to attract interest in giant pumpkin growing.

Ronnie and I met John in early 1992. We had seen his photo in the paper and contacted him about the hobby.
Through john we also met Don Langevin ,very soon there after, we formed the "TUESDAY NIGHT SUPPER CLUB"

a massive feast held every tuesday night at our homes.
we talked growing and of course after stuffing ourselves? more talking pumpkins.

It was my honor as a gpc area rep to welcome John into the GPC hall of fame.
A most deserved recognition for a very knowledgeable, multiple state championships.

John was like the father i never had. You will never find a more kind,caring, thoughful, gentle man than John Castellucci.

As we get older over the years, we may not see each other as before however, the love and respect never leaves.

I could go on and on but in the end? Lets just say there will never be another man as kind and humble as mr. John Castellucci.

The world lost a true gentleman.god bless you john, i hope you are finally with your beloved Cassy.


Dick, Ron and Cathy Wallace

6/12/2017 2:39:02 PM

Cologne Brescia Italy

R.I.P.
Condolence to his family

6/12/2017 3:22:21 PM

South Hero, VT

Condolences and sympathies to family and friends.

6/12/2017 4:11:23 PM

Torrance, Ca.

Sounds like an amazing man! Condolences to the family and friends.

6/12/2017 4:30:03 PM

Sharon, MA

He was truly a good and giving man. Better yet he was THE MAN, in Giant Pumpkin circles, back in the formative years of our sport, when an 800 pound AG was World Class. Always made time for you if you had a question. Rhode Islands Castellucci Cup, is awarded every year to be the best AG grower. One of many fitting memorials Mr. Castellucci. Will miss you John...

6/12/2017 4:48:19 PM

stoughton WI

Condolences to his family and friends

6/12/2017 5:21:51 PM

Colorado

RIP..sorry to hear the news-wish I could have met him.

6/12/2017 6:05:13 PM

Central NY

Rip John...our condolences to his friends and family

6/12/2017 7:16:08 PM

Massillon, Ohio

Sorry to hear this sad news. Thanks Pap and others for telling us about a great man that many of us didn't have the honor to meet.

6/12/2017 9:05:50 PM

no.scituate R I

I feel very blessed to have known John, he was a very kind and giving man. Steve Sperry and I spent many afternoons learning how to grow pumpkins at John's farm. He showed you every thing he knew gave you any thing he had and always enjoyed a few cold ones. God bless you John! Rest in peace.

6/12/2017 9:16:22 PM

SW Ohio

Sorry to see this. While I didnt know him, I do know you. So Im sorry for your loss.

6/12/2017 9:23:42 PM

JACKSON, WISCONSIN. ; )

Condolences to his friends and family

6/12/2017 10:52:49 PM

Ontario, Canada

So sorry to hear of John's passing. Our thoughts & prayers go out to John & his family at this very difficult time. He will be sadly missed by many of us in this great sport.

Rest in peace.

6/13/2017 8:39:54 AM

Mn

Sorry to hear guys - sounds like a great man

6/13/2017 8:43:53 AM

North Smithfield, RI

Pap , you couldn,t have said it any better . John was a great man , kind , generous with his seeds and know how . Always a positive attitude and we will miss him even though I haven,t seen him in a few yrs . our condolences to Del and the rest of his family ... God bless sir !!!

6/13/2017 7:14:55 PM

Upa Creek, MO

Sorry to all those that knew him, he sounded like a great man. Luke

6/13/2017 8:12:04 PM