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George Castillo Obituary

George Castillo Lansing Passed away Monday, August 30, 2010. George was born May 4, 1958 in Alma, MI the son of Frank and Audelia (Castellon) Castillo and they survive. George is also survived by his brother, Gilbert (Linda) Castillo of DeWitt; sister, Mary (John) Greener of Williamston; nieces, Natalie and Olivia Greener; nephew, Brycen Castillo; companion, Lori Furman of Lansing; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. George retired from GM and was an avid fan of U of M sports, a true Michigan fan. His family will celebrate his life on Friday, September 3, 2010 beginning with visitation at 10 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at Cristo Rey Catholic Church, 201 W. Miller, Lansing followed by burial at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive visitors on Thursday, September 2, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with an evening Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 East Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48912. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 30200 Telegraph Rd., Ste. 105, Bingham Farms, MI 48025. On line condolences may be sent to: www.gorslineruncimanlansing.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Sep. 1, 2010.

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melissa salinas

September 24, 2010

Frank,Adelia,Gilbert,Psquee, My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your cousin from Texas

September 7, 2010

Frank, Aunt Adelia,Gilbert and Psquee,
I am very sorry for your loss. After my mom passed, Georgie called me every
week to see if I was doing alright. If there is anything I can do to help, just call.
God bless. I will remember him always
Love, Rachel Hernandez(lansing, Mi)

Gloria Castellon

September 7, 2010

Tio and Tia, Mary and Gilbert and Lori, My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Darcie Bermudez

September 4, 2010

Lori, it was a pleasure to meet George.He was a riot,I Will remember our times at Common Ground together,also our team rivalries with me & Kim for State & George U of M. The many phone calls between the games. I will be thinking about u Lori. I will be here for u if u need to talk or just need a shoulder to lean on. I will not leave u when u need friends & family support THE MOST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!R.I.P George...u will be missed dearly.

Jim & Angie Gunn

September 3, 2010

Sending our deepest condolences to the family of George Castillo. Please, Know in your heart that he is a guardian angel now, forever will he live on in the lives of so many that he touched. He was a close friend to my brother in law and sister Debbie and Py Velasquez, he meant the world to them. He touched there lives in so many ways. May he rest in peace now.

Rory Hansen

September 2, 2010

Sendin my love and deepest condolences to my cousin Lori, I love you and sooo sorry for your loss. I know you both too well and I know he ment the world to you. Everyone loved him and hes walkn with the lord now, happy and pain free, he was a good man and he will be miss dearly.

Cindy Wiborn

September 2, 2010

Sending condolences to You, Lori, my beautiful cousin, for your tremendous loss. George was a great guy and it was my privlige to know him. He had a wonderful sense of humor and he made me laugh on many occasions! I hope you find comfort in knowing that he dwells in the house of GOD, and he is now free of all illness and pain. Sending love.

Jeri Kay Loomis

September 1, 2010

Uncle Frank, Aunt Delia and Family - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. No words can take your sorrow away but just know that your extended family is a great support group for all of you.and they will be there to help you through the grieving process.

Love To All Of You
Jeri Kay and Family

Debi Bassler

September 1, 2010

I have known George for over 25 years. I havent seen him in a few years but I will always remember the fun we had. Keep the memories alive. R.I.P. My deepest sympathy to his family.

Rob & Laura Wiborn & Kids

September 1, 2010

Our deepest sympathy go out to the family and Lori. George was an extremely funny guy. He will be missed dearly.

September 1, 2010

Lori, you and George were a part of each others lives for many years and you have wonderful memories to help carry you through, and to keep him in your heart forever! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and George's entire family at this time of grief, and we also wish his mother well!! I am sure that George will send a "Ray of Sunshine and Love" down upon you both!!! Flynn, Seiler & Donth Family

Molly Salazar

September 1, 2010

To all the Castillo & Castelleon Family 'My sympathy is with you all at this time of deep sorrow {Georgie will be missed} {Molly Villarreal-Salazar-Lansing,MI}

September 1, 2010

Lori, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Love, Sarah, Kyle & Evan

Lyah & Jeremy

September 1, 2010

Thinking of you all. Love you

Cecelia Castillon

September 1, 2010

To my Castillo relatives,
I am deeply sadden by your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. Celebrating his life will help you get through these rough days and remember he is watching over all of you from this moment on....Take care of each other!!!
Cecelia -Chris Selena and Adeline Castillon-Melillo

Tom & Peggy Husby

September 1, 2010

Mary, John & girls & the entire Castillo family:
Our hearts go out to you & your families at this time. Georgie was a wonderful & funny person, who will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you now.
Tom & Peggy Husby & family

Brandy Johnson

September 1, 2010

Lori my prayers are with you and the family, I hope all of the fond memories help you heal in time. ~Brandy~

Tom & Peggy Husby

September 1, 2010

Mary, John & girls, & the entire Castillo family:
Our hearts go out to all of you at this time. Georgie was a wonderful & funny person, who will be missed dearly by all who knew him. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you!
Tom & Peggy Husby & family

September 1, 2010

Our thoughts are with you. Love Dan & Sasha.

September 1, 2010

Our thoughts are with you. Love Dan & Sasha

Teresa cruz

September 1, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Keep the memories close and he will always be with you. May God bless you and keep you safe.

Raz & Linda Villarreal

September 1, 2010

We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. George always brought us so much laughter,he was a fun guy to be around. We are going to miss you George, May you rest in peace. God Bless you.

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