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Elizabeth Castillo Obituary
Elizabeth A. "Libby" Castillo, 54, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 23, at her home in Vallejo surrounded by her family following a long battle with lung cancer.
Libby was born to Ralph Miller and Eva Porterfield on Nov. 12, 1957, and was a lifelong resident of Vallejo. She was a registered nurse working with several different companies as the director of nursing and as a nurse consultant. Most recently she was the Director of Nursing at Rosewood Care Center in Pleasant Hill. She was proud of her profession and was an advocate for her patients and their rights. She was an excellent nurse, leader and friend to all.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Eva Miller; and her stepson, Ronald Castillo Jr.
Survivors include her husband of 33 years, Ronald; daughter, Brandi; sisters, Susan Reizenstein, Marlene Holden and Michelle Edwards; and her grandchildren, Veronica Castillo, Robert Jasso Jr., Ann Marie Jasso, Eva Jasso and Alexander Jasso.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, at Twin Chapels Mortuary, 1100 Tennessee St., Vallejo. Inurnment will be private.
Memorial contributions are preferred to the American Cancer Society.
Please sign the online tribute at www.TwinChapelsMortuary.com.
Arrangements are under the direction and care of Twin Chapels Mortuary, Vallejo (707) 552-6696.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elizabeth Castillo
Roger and Sharo Henry
December 4, 2011
Ron and family, we think of you often and all the wonderful camping trips we took together. We wish we could have seen you more after we moved to Billings, Mt. So sorry for your loss. Love to all. Sharon and Roger
Annie Tannarome
December 2, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. Libby was such a sweet and kind person. I send my love and prayers.
Donna Terrado
November 30, 2011
My prayers are with the family to have strength to pull you thru. Libby used to do my hair back in the day - she was an awesome hairdresser as I'm sure she was a nurse. I will always remeber Libby for her kindness and easy smile. God Bless...you are our of pain and in God's garden.
Holly Castillo
November 29, 2011
My thoughts are with you in this time of loss. Libby always welcomed me with open arms and a smile. I wish I had known her better.
November 29, 2011
Ron and Brandi and rest of the family, sorry I can't be there for you in your time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Know that you are loved. Libby was a wonderful person. With Love from Billings, Montana Deb Castillo- Mraz and Family.
November 29, 2011
My love and prayers are with you.She was a wonderful person.
Linda Reyes,Vallejo Ca.
Karan (Sam) Castillo
November 29, 2011
You will be so missed by your family and friends.Ron and Brandy my heart is with you both.We are there for you, just ask.
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