Dawn Marie Castellano passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025, at the age of 63, surrounded by her loving family.
Dawn proudly served as a dedicated officer with the New York Police Department for 25 years, stationed at the 122nd Precinct in Staten Island. Upon her retirement, she left behind a legacy of service, strength, and compassion.
In retirement, Dawn embraced the joys of family life. She especially cherished spending time with her grandchildren, and found happiness in knitting, online shopping, and playing bingo. Among her fondest memories were the trips she took to Disney in Florida with her beloved grandchildren.
She was the cherished daughter of the late George “Apple” Castellano and Emma “Chickie” Castellano. Dawn was predeceased by her sons, Corey Jampetro and Jason Castellano.
She is survived by her devoted daughter, Staciann Jampetro-Mendez, and her husband Nick; her daughter-in-law, Candy Giron; and her five treasured grandchildren: Louis, Brianna, Dominick, Lia, and Giovanni.
Dawn is also survived by her siblings: Dobie (Ron), Dean (Diane), Donnie (Sue), Dale (Cynthia), Danny (Janice), Darren (late Connie), David (Elena), Dominick, Drew (Jodi), and Donnie Jr., along with countless nieces and nephews who will forever hold her memory close.
Dawn will be remembered for her unwavering love for her family, her proud service to her community, and the joy she brought to everyone around her. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.
1091 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10310
Thursday, July 31, 2025
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5 thoughts on “Dawn Castellano”
Dear Staci and family, Candi and Giovanni, and the whole Castellano families.My family and I are sending this with the deepest sympathies and condolences for the loss of Dawn. She was my best friend and sister to me and my grandchildren always called her Grandma Dawn. She was the best of the best. So strong and always there. We love you Dawn and will miss you dearly. You will always be in our hearts. Rest in peace now and until we meet again…
I am so sorry to all family still here and dealing with pain. Dawn will Always be in my prayers, as well as all those we lost. I have faith that she is now reunited with her boys, something I know and understand that I’m sure she longed for, no matter how long of a wait. I hope she got to give my son a hug along with her mom, dad, sons and family, as soon as she got to Beautiful Heaven. God Bless her always
I was deeply saddened to hear about Dawn. I will remember her for the beautiful person she was. I remember so many family gatherings that her uncle Frank and I attended on Staten Island and in New Jersey. When Dawn was quite young she and her brother Dale spent a few weeks with us out on Long Island in the summer. Although we didn’t get to see each other in later years I tried to stay connected with Christmas Cards. My heart is heavy for Dawn’s daughter, Staciann and her family and Dawn’s siblings, spouses, and the niece’s and nephews who will greatly miss her kind heart. I loved her sweet gentle but strong spirit.
Dawn, I will always remember How Kind and supportive you were to me when I first arrived at the 122 pct. as a Rookie Officer. You were a GREAT Knowledgeable Cop! Rest in Peace. I will Pray for you.
So sorry to hear about Dawn’s passing. She was a wonderful partner and police officer. She always went out of her way to help others and was a kind caring person. Rest in Peace Dawn