James A. Castonia
SOUTH PORTLAND – James A. Castonia, 71, passed away in the arms of his loving wife, Lisa, after a long hospital stay at Boston’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
Jim was born in Lubec on April 29, 1954, the son of the late George and Doris Castonia. He loved returning Downeast. He was a graduate of Deering High School and spent many years as a medical photographer at the Osteopathic Hospital, in Portland.
His love for art and photography led Jim and Lisa to open Grapheteria Custom Framing, in 1991 in Portland. They lived and worked side by side for nearly 35 years. Grapheteria’s work graces the homes and spaces of many clients near and far.
Jim will be profoundly missed by his wife, Lisa; and cat, Lola. He is survived by brother, Peter Castonia and wife Nancy, sister, Cathy Cook and husband Bob, sister-in-law, Tammy Auger and their children; along with countless friends. All will miss his gentle spirit.
A celebration of Jim’s life will be held on May 30, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., with a service at 4 p.m., at the Conroy-Tully Walker Cremation, Funeral & Gathering Center, 300 Allen Ave., Portland.
To view Jim’s Memorial Page or to share an online condolence, please visit http://www.ConroyTullyWalker.com.
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