Tony Castellana,

Tony Castellana, Sr., went to be with the Lord, Thursday, January 27, 2011, at the age of 81. Mr. Castellana was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served in the Korean War. He attended Stewart Baptist Church, in Covington, and enjoyed spending time with his friends at the coffee shop. He loved watching football and westerns, but most of all he enjoyed being with his family. Mr. Castellana was preceded in death by his parents, Guiseppe and Benedeto Castellana. Survivors include his sons and daughters-in-law, Joseph Anthony Castellana of Tampa, FL, Tony Jr. and Tonya Castellana of Covington, Sammy and Melinda Castellana of Mansfield; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; several cousins. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, February 4, 2011, 5:00 PM, at The Crossing Church, NextGen Center, 10130 Tuscany Ridge Dr., Tampa, FL 33619. Visit www.crossingonline.orgfor directions. In lieu of flowers, a love offering can be made to The Crossing Church.