Joseph Carmelo Lastrina, Jr.

Joseph Carmelo Lastrina Jr., 65, of Peterborough, NH passed away on March 16th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Joe was born in Hartford, CT on October 6, 1959, and grew up in Somers, CT. He was the son of the late Joseph and Barbara (Locatelli) Lastrina. Joe and his beloved wife, Cheryl (Hutton) Lastrina, shared over 44 years together, raising five children and building a home filled with love, laughter, and strong values. His greatest pride and joy were his children and eight grandchildren.

Joe found passion in gardening, cooking, lounging by the pool, reading, and held a strong devotion to his Catholic faith. A true entrepreneur, Joe built a successful Stucco business and had a reputation for integrity and excellence. His relentless drive and work ethic were evident in everything he did, earning the respect and admiration of those who knew him. He will be remembered for his sharp mind, steadfast nature, and devotion to his family. His presence will be deeply missed, but his influence will live on through the lives he touched.

In addition to his loving wife, Joe is survived by his children; Adam and his wife, Ann (Zimmerman), and their children, Maggie and Brynn; Michael and his wife, Jane (Jackson), and their children, Isabella, Vincent, Gianna, and Cecilia; Nicholas and his wife, Meghan (Evans), and their children, Luka and Lorenzo; Jacob and his wife, Brianna (Corcoran); and Lauren Lastrina. Joe is also survived by his siblings: Salvatore Lastrina and his wife, Nancy; Marianne Vesce and her husband, Ron; and Judith Fox and her husband Andrew, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and members of his extended family.

Visiting hours will be held on Monday, March 24, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Jellison Funeral Home, 25 Concord Street, Peterborough, NH.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Divine Mercy Parish, 12 Church Street, Peterborough, NH, with a reception to follow in the Church Hall.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Joe’s name to Monadnock Community Hospital Oncology Center, Philanthropy Department, MCH, 452 Old Street Road, Peterborough, NH 03458 or Dartmouth Cancer Center (Friends of Dartmouth Cancer Center).