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Daniel Casillas Obituary

Casillas, Daniel J.
It is with sadness the family shares the passing of their beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather on August 12, 2011 in Mesa, Az. Daniel was born June 24, 1941 in Superior, AZ. He was very proud to have served his country in the Army 82nd Airborne Division. He was retired from Motorola after many years. He was a member of the Queen of Peace Catholic Church. His family knows that his suffering has ended and he is now in the arms of the Lord. His Savior has told him "Well done, my good and faithful servant." Daniel is survived by his beloved wife Lydia; children Frank, Darlene, Lisa, Johnny and Robert; sister Irene; brothers
Vicente and Michael and many nieces, nephews and friends. He is the proud grandfather of 8 grandchildren. He felt very blessed about his 4 great-grandchildren. The funeral Service will be held Wednesday, August 17 at 9:00 AM at St. Francis of Assisi in Superior, AZ.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Aug. 16, 2011.

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August 20, 2011

Our prayers for the Casillas and family may God comfort them with his mighty spirit forever Amen. Dwight & Audrey Castille next door neighbors to Dave Gutierrez (Mesa,AZ)

August 19, 2011

Lydia Casillas & family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sincerely,

Diana, JC and Colleen Walsh (JC and Colleen are former students of Senora Casillas)

Natalia Benavidez

August 17, 2011

Lydia, Vince, Michael, and Irene, we were very sorry to learn of Danny's passing. Although many years have gone by since we have last seen each other, we still sit around and talk about good old Superior and the many life long friends we made growing up. I know Danny will much missed by all his family and friends. Our prayers are with all of you. Tony and Pete Benavidez, Carmen Cervantes, and Natalia Benavidez Perkins

Berto Villagas

August 17, 2011

My sympathy to the Casillas family. I grew to know Danny from his many visits to Walgreen's. I always looked forward to seeing him and enjoyed our many talks. I was blessed to have known him. Alberto (Beto) Villagas

KiKi & Mellie Bribiescas

August 16, 2011

To the Casillas and cousins Barreras Family. Lillie my classmate it was good to talk to you on the phone. We had been praying for a healing for him, but our Lord must of had a better plan for him and it is God's will that counts. Our Lord will give you strength, courage, peace through grieving and will give you grace and mercy every day. Danny is in a better place where there is no more hurting for him only joy & laughter with our Lord Jesus.

August 16, 2011

Lilly, Barreras family & Casillas family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love you all.

Cecilia Dominguez Sears, Mesa Arizona

Toni & Family

August 16, 2011

Lilly,may god bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. God Bless.

Patricia Rios

August 16, 2011

My deepest sympathies to the Casillas and Barreras family.I am truly sorry for your loss and know he is not suffering . He lives forever in your heart and soul. Darlene you and your family are in my prayers, love you my friend.

Richard and Teresa Ochoa

August 16, 2011

Our prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May you embrace the fond memories of which Danny will always be part of, and which enriches us all. God Bless.

Lupe Gonzalez

August 16, 2011

My prayers are with Lily and all the family. Danny was a good friend of my sister Belen and now they're in heaven exchanging stories. He's in the arms of Jesus now he's not hurting any more..With synpathy and love...
Lupe Gonzalez/Gonzalez Family

Robert Garcia

August 16, 2011

My Prayers and Deepest Sympathies go out to The Casillas and Barreras Familias for your loss! It can never be easy losing a loved one! But to know Danny is in a Better Place,Where there is nothing but Joy,Laughter,Love and no more pain and suffering!May God Bless You All during this time of despair! Once again My Heart Felt Condolencias a todo su Familia Robert (USHER) Garcia

Eddie Joe Romero

August 16, 2011

To the Casillas Family, Danny was Truly a Superiorite, born and bred in Supie, serviced his country with Orgullo, and had a Good heart. Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you and yours. Eddie Joe & Mary Romero

martha cobos

August 16, 2011

danny you have departed from this earth but you did not depart from your loved ones. you were a wonderful man and friend to all who knew you you will be missed trmendously. god bless your soul, your precious family. you will always be loved

Vicki Willan

August 16, 2011

Love and prayers to Lillie and your whole family. Danny was a great neighbor and friend, always available to help when needed. I feel blessed to have known him.

August 16, 2011

Lydia and Family I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Yolanda Villa
Gilbert, AZ

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