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Gregory Castillo Obituary
GOFFSTOWN -- Gregory T. Castillo, 24, died April 18, 2009.
He was born April 19, 1984, in Long Beach, Calif., to Rick Castillo of Manchester and Doreen Dworzanski of Hanover. He grew up in Amherst.
He worked as an EMT for Rockingham Ambulance and for the town of Amherst and until recently, the Goffstown Fire Department. He was involved in mentoring new recruits that joined the EMT profession.
He was involved with Muddy Angels, a group of EMS personnel who bicycle for those who have died in the line of duty. He took part in the National EMS Memorial Bike Ride from New York to Virginia, and another in Ireland.
He was an avid swimmer and bicyclist and was a big fan of the Boston Red Sox.
In addition to his parents, family members include three brothers, Ryan Castillo, Daniel Castillo and Kyle Castillo, all of Hanover; his significant other, Jackie Birrenbach of Pine City, Minn.; his maternal grandmother, Jean Dworzanski of North Tonawanda, N.Y.; and two uncles.
SERVICES: His memorial gathering will be held at Cremation Society of New Hampshire, 243 Hanover St., Manchester Friday from 6 to 7 p.m. with a memorial service to follow at 7 p.m.
Memorials may be made to Muddy Angels, National EMS Memorial Bike Ride, PO Box 813, Littleton 03561.
Cremation Society of New Hampshire is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gregory Castillo
Matt Dustin
April 26, 2009
Greg, As you have answered the last alarm, it is in your honor that we will all carry on the work of the EMS and firefighter communities in New Hampshire and New England. I will miss you and your enthusiasm for life, your work, and your friends as I go out on the trucks in the days to come.
Julia Morley
April 26, 2009
I grew into EMS under Greg's wing at Amherst. For three years we spent Sunday nights together and he was the one who encouraged me to jump in, gave me opportunities to learn on the job, taught me how to drive the ambulance. Now I'm on my way to medical school to study emergency medicine and I owe that success largely to him. He made a huge difference in my life at a young age and I'll always be grateful for that. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and I hope it gives them comfort that his love for EMS had such an impact on so many people.
Garland Family
April 25, 2009
It has been an honor to see an easily excited EMT grow up to be such a compassionate, eager to learn, dedicated patient care provider. Look over us all Greg and help guide us in all that we do.
Sara C
April 25, 2009
Greg,
You will be missed by all of us here at Elliot and all who knew you.I will miss your smile and charm. I hope you are at peace and i hope you enjoy the next chapter... RIP
mellissa C
April 25, 2009
Greg you'll be missed so much!!!
Donna G
April 24, 2009
Greg,you will be missed.
Adam Frederick
April 24, 2009
Greg, We all miss you. Thank you for all that you have taught me.
The Lacaillades
April 24, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Castillo family and to all that worked with Greg. His compassion for EMS and his kind heart will forever be missed.
Jason Shelton
April 24, 2009
Greg, you had more passion for EMS than anyone I've ever met. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I'm glad I was able to know you and work with you. Everytime I saw you, you had a smile and a corny joke. You will be missed.
Maggie Moore
April 24, 2009
Greg, I wish so badly that I could be there for you and your family tonight. You were such a great person with a kind soul. You will be forever loved and missed.
RIP TP
doreen dworzanski
April 24, 2009
Thank you for all the kind thoughts and words regarding my son, Greg. His family deeply appreciates it.
Jim Mahoney
April 24, 2009
Greg
You will be missed by everyone.We are all lucky to have known and worked with you.This is such a loss for your family and your EMS family...
Laurie
April 24, 2009
Greg we hope you found peace in your next adventure. We will miss your wit and humor. The months we worked side by side in the office was very entertaining. I never new someone could eat 6 yogurts, 2 bananas and a bottle of sprite for breakfast. Only to ask 20 minutes later and ask what is for lunch. I will miss you. Till we meet again.
April Judson
April 23, 2009
Greg- It has been an absolute pleasure getting to know you during the past year. Your smile, your humor, and your dedication has touched every soul in which you have encountered. Your presence and dedication will be carried through each of us. RIP Greg, Although you will always be with us, you are missed terribly.
April Judson (Chichester, NH)
April
April 23, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to Greg's family. May he be at peace. Let us honor his memory.
Rachel Corson
April 23, 2009
Rest in peace Greg, my heart is with all who were touched by him. He will be missed.
Chris Stawasz
April 23, 2009
RIP TP - you made a difference in many people's lives through your love for EMS and I consider myself lucky to have had the chance to work with you and watch you grow. May you find the peace you deserve..
Christine
April 23, 2009
Rest in peace Greg, you will be missed.
Eric Hunter
April 23, 2009
To Greg's family: I was fortunate to watch Greg from his beginnings in EMS. I enjoyed watching him grow and learn. He will be missed. I will miss his tenacious spirit. God bless your family in this time of grief.
Anne Dudziak
April 23, 2009
My heart goes out to the Castillo family: We have lost a kind, gentle soul, whom I pray is now at peace with himself. Greg would not want us all to be saddend in his absense. When around him, you felt trust: So although his young life was taken: we have to trust this life path was the right one: and remember how positively he influenced us all: wether knowing us intimately, or casualy. RIP Greg
Glenn Gaumond
April 23, 2009
Rest in peace Greg. You have many friends that will miss you.
Joshua Cresswell
April 23, 2009
I'm sorry I can not be there in person. Please accept my condolences and my prayers for your family.
Diana Albanese
April 23, 2009
Greg, now who am I going to discuss theories and life's issues with? I used to love having you on the Brentwood truck when it was partner de Jour. Though we did not have many shifts together I will still miss you. This earth has lost a wonderful person who made a difference in the lives of many.
David Shaughnessy
April 23, 2009
I hope you have found your perfect call Greg. He was a good kid, who brought great things to EMS. I hope you find peace, and you will be missed.
Stephanie
April 23, 2009
Rest In Peace Greg. He was a great EMT and a wonderful man. He will be missed by everyone.
Denise Goonan
April 23, 2009
Greg
I will miss your goofy smile the most. I hope you found your peace. With love,
The Goonan's
Denise Goonan
April 23, 2009
Greg you will be missed. I am gonna miss your goofy smile the most. May you be at peace now.
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