The Cascante Family named Family of the Month for September 2023

September 26, 2023

The roots of this family spread far and wide.  Both husband and wife are just one in a family of nine children. They come from a very similar family background, embracing the same beliefs and family values.

Although he was born in San Jose, Costa Rica and she was born in Medellin, Columbia, they met in Norwalk Connecticut. They were married in June of 1987 at St. Philip Catholic Church in Norwalk. They moved to Orange Park in 1996 and have been parishioners at St. Catherine of Siena ever since.

She graduated in Art, drawing and painting, English Literature, and Accounting. He graduated in Architecture.  Being involved with so many church and charitable community programs, he still finds time to own and operate his automotive mechanics shop, College Automotive Specialists, right here in Orange Park.

They have two daughters: Crystal and Jacqueline. The family helps with church activates and most recently were instrumental in the Parish Picnic, Annual Fall Bazaar, and the Parish Thanksgiving Dinner. He served as Deputy Grand Knight during the previous Fraternal Year.  They work with a variety of not-for-profit local community outreach programs and services. All this is done for the love of the parish community and the personal satisfaction it brings.

They enjoy good company and good food, but with a large extended family, they are never without company.  When the opportunity presents itself, they enjoy playing pickleball and miniature golf. The love listening to music “all of the time.”

For their many contributions to their community, their parish, and the Knights of Columbus, the Council recognizes Dennis, Adriana, Crystal, and Jacqueline; the Cascante family as our Family of the Month for September.