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Elaina Castilleja Obituary

Lubbock- Elaina Rose Castilleja of Lubbock passed away on Saturday, September 15, 2018 at the age of 10. She was born April 16, 2008 in Wichita, Kansas. Elaina was a vibrant survivor that displayed strength in all life had to hand her. She battled many health complications and endured everything with a smile. She loved nature and the sound of birds and the ocean. She was often referred to as "grandpa's baby" because her face would light up at the sound of his voice when he entered the room. Elaina was a 5th grader at Brown Elementary.

Those left to cherish her memory are her biological father, Anthony Castilleja of Wichita, Kansas; parents, Rebecca and Victor Ortiz of Lubbock; siblings, Anthony Sebastion, Sunny, and Adrian Castilleja of Lubbock, Alejandro Hernandez of Wichita, Kansas, and P.J., Rosa Lee, and Michael Moreno of Lubbock; and uncle, Ray Castilleja and wife Margarita of Wichita, Kansas; as well as numerous cousins.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Published by Lubbock Avalanche-Journal from Sep. 19 to Sep. 20, 2018.
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Elaina would brighten my day with her big beautiful brown eyes and has been missed! I will pray for your family and I am sorry for your loss. You are a great family and the love radiated from you to her strongly. GOD Bless You. Love Christina Chelby RN

Christina Chelby

September 21, 2018

With deepest sympathy may the power of prayer ease your sorrow, bring you peace and provide much comfort for you during this difficult time.
Matthew 21:22.

September 19, 2018

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