Joseph Frances Casanova, 90, of Little Rock passed from this life on June 24, 2018. He was born June 8, 1928 in Hurley, Wisconsin to the late Anthony and Olga Laakonen Casanova. Joseph proudly served his country in the United States Army for over twenty -six years. He was a decorated veteran of the Korean and Vietnam Wars, receiving a Purple Heart and a Silver Star for his dedicated and heroic service. He was of the Catholic Faith and a member of Christ the King Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his wife of forty-two years, Mary Elizabeth York Casanova; siblings, Shirley Bolger and Bucko Casanova.

Survivors include children, Michael (Becky) Casanova of Little Rock, Pam Higgs and Patti Casanova both of Sherwood; grandchildren, Justin Higgs, Anthony Scott Anderson, Christin Jane Peck, Matthew James Casanova; great grandchildren, Aidan Anderson and Harper Higgs. Other survivors include siblings, Robert (Alma) Casanova of San Antonio, Texas and Dennis (Helen) Casanova of Austin, Texas long with a host of extended family and friends.

Memorial arrangements will be announced at a later date. Joseph will be interred at Arlington National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Arkansas State Veterans Home, 2401 John Ashley Drive, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72114. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Cremation Services of Arkansas (501) 313-5431. Online guestbook: www.cremationservicesofarkansas.com