Obituary of Phyllis R. Castorina

CASTORINA - Phyllis R., 78, of Huntington, on February 1, 2014. Consultant for the Huntington Democratic Party. Phyllis was an avid student of politics andgovernment. She had many passions including attending mass and supporting St. Patrick's Church, cooking and providing thoughtful guidance for her many children and grandchildren. Her sense of humor was legendary and she never held back with her opinions. She enjoyed planning and preparing family holiday parties, ensuring we would all have a wonderful time. She was a powerful and independent woman loved by many. She was the perfect mother, both selfless and patient. We will love herand cherish our memories.Beloved wife of the late Thomas. Loving mother of Darien Jennifer (Jason), Chris (Suzanne), Denise Young (Chris), Danielle DiStasi (Robert), Dawn Fernandez, Thomas, and the late StevenPergola. Cherished grandmother of Christopher, Jessica, Jennifer, Gabriella and Lyla.ear Sisterof Maureen Fizzuoglio, Doreen Dowling, Charlene Hayner,Michael Polizzi, the late Arlene Joseph and the late RichardPolizzi. Visitation Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9 PM at M.A. Connell Funeral Home, 934 New York Ave., Huntington Station. Funeral Mass Thursday 9:45 AM at St. Patrick's Church, Huntington. www.maconnellfuneralhome.com