Overview
- Joe Casello died July 18 at age 73 after suffering a heart attack and being removed from life support
- He represented Florida House District 90 since 2018 after serving as a Boynton Beach city commissioner from 2013 to 2018
- His public service began with 30 years as a firefighter in Worcester, Massachusetts, and his legislative record included championing benefits for first responders, veterans, seniors and working families
- Under state law Governor Ron DeSantis must call a special election to fill the vacant legislative seat
- The Casello family plans a private ceremony in Massachusetts and will announce a public memorial in the coming weeks