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Jose Raymond Castro began cooking at age 9 in a little house on Rosedale Avenue in the Bronx. His mother liked yellow, so she had painted the kitchen bright yellow. She let him cook eggs first. Then came rice, beans, pork, seasoning, the works. Mr. Castro, 37, was fascinated with food.
He started working at 13, delivering food, preparing food, cooking in restaurants around the city. When the World Trade Center was attacked on Tuesday, he was working as a prep cook in a food court on the 101st floor of one of the towers, readying food for the chef.
He specialized in sophisticated food, said his sister, Maritza. "Because that's what people in Manhattan liked to eat." But at home in the South Bronx, he cooked for his family: pernil, rice with gandules, lasagna, ziti, rice pudding, honey-glazed turkey on Thanksgiving.
"They had a son three years ago," Ms. Castro said of her brother and his wife, Gladys. "Oh, that's the love of his life, and I do mean the love of his life. He looks just like him, too. He's light-skinned, dirty-blond hair, hazel eyes, skinny just like my brother."
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September 11, 2024
Here in 2024, you’ll never be forgotten Tio Raymond may you rest in peace -Nena
Cindy Roe
September 4, 2021
Remembering Jose on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Del Del Newberry
April 10, 2020
Here it is 2020 and we all are watching nationwide as the Cornonavirus Pandemic is taking lives, and there in New York City, it is heart-breaking to see the lives that are being cut short. Once again, as when we lost you, Jose, the city of New York is helping to bond this nation together in love. We will never forget you and the other innocent lives lost on that day. I pause today to pray for your family as they continue to miss you, and your many friends who think of you often. Much love from Texas
Nizar Ali
November 26, 2016
Rest in Peace, Father of good people. May the gates of heaven open for you , for the good work you did for the poor and humanity !
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Madeline Lopez
May 15, 2014
Even if you're not around I could still smell your cologne even we made promise to each other to look out for each other I'm so lost you meant a lot to me lol I miss you sooo much wish you were here when I went to see you at the cementary I knew you were happy the sun came out because is was raining until I found you the rain was gone that's why I know you wanted me to see you and you made sure I found you that's why I love you now and always
Jose Rivera
September 11, 2011
i love you tio n we all miss you but u will never be forgotten n everyday im always going to do my best to make you proud just watch over us
September 2, 2011
We still miss you Jose Raymond Castro "Ray" Iris Norwich,CT
Doug Abraham
December 25, 2008
Merry Christmas!!!
Kristine
October 19, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
P Tabbernor
September 8, 2006
In memory....
Maggie Castro
December 9, 2004
Que Dios bendiga a toda la familia de Raymond.
tiffany torres
September 11, 2003
ray may god bless you ,it was nice to have you as a friend for real we had our ups & downs you were like my brother and i miss your cooking
and your jokes i we always remember you
Wendy Caribe
March 13, 2003
I would like to share just a few words of my own with you and your family. Though you are not here physically you will always be here spiritually because it was not your time. Here are a few words from a song that I wrote a couple days after the trajedy and I am honored to be able to share them with you and your family:
We must go on now,
Although we feel the pain we'll make it, We grow stronger.
For all eternity,
This day will always be remebered,
and all the lives we lost we will never forget.
We all shed tears now for losses so unecessary, they're ones our hearts will always carry, Always united no matter what our country is faced with we'll always be together sharing peace and love.
We'll make it through this, we will rebuild our nation that's what we've decided. We all stand strong that's why our states are called UNITED.
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS.
Carla Buetlick
September 13, 2002
I received Jose's name in a ceramony yesterday at my school. We all received wristbands with the names of the victims of 9-11. I just want you to know that I will be keeping your family and Jose in my prayers.
Betty Jo Nye
September 11, 2002
I received Jose's name on a name tag when I attended the Mozart "Rolling Requim" performed in Santa Fe, N.M. at 8:46 this morning. I pray for his family and friends this day.
Lizette Ramirez
September 8, 2002
Ray,
We go back many years and even though we werent close your death has made such an impact to us all. I see what a beautiful family you have and how deeply they love and miss you. Your family has endured more than their share of heartache in their lives, that's for sure. There is nothing I can say or do to explain why, maybe what seems a mystery hopefully in time we'll understand. Ray, may God bless you and keep you. As for your family and friends especially you Isa & Ina, Remember prayers are with you to give you strength. Call on all those who love you to share with you along the way, dont keep it bottled inside of you.You'll be surprise on how many people want to be by your side to help you. May your troubled hearts find peace and comfort in the knowledge that you are never alone. GOD BLESS.
Lizette
JACKIE CASTRO
September 5, 2002
I WOULD LIKE TO TELL JOSE'S SON THAT PAPI IS NOW HIS GUARDING ANGEL. NOT LOOKING DOWN AT HIM FROM THE HEAVENS BUT STANDING BESIDE HIM ALWAYS AND FOREVER. TO GLADY'S I SAY..... GOD BLESS YOU AND DON'T CELEBRATE SEPTEMBER 11th AS THE DAY OF JOSE'S DEATH, BUT AS HIS BIRTHDAY IN THE HEAVENS. ACOMPAÑO TUS SEMTIMIENTOS GLADY.
Moe Cordero
August 28, 2002
We remember the good times and not
so good we go in life without making
amends over silly things and that is sad But do remember we will never forget you
....My Brother
this is something to think about for
the rest of us as familia!!!!
Lori Thillet
July 19, 2002
Remember Ray...
Remember the house on Rosedale
Remember Beach Avenue
Remember Leo, Papi, Isa, Ina
Remember Pete
Remember hanging at PC's
Remember the MONA!
Remember Thanksgivings at Isa's
Remember your wife Gladys and your spit and image, your son Nico.
Remember the jokes and laughs
Remember, Me, Fran, Ronnie, Brigitte, Danielle, Kathy, Annie, your nieces and nephews and husbands of your sisters, Papo and Joe.
But if nothing more.. remember that we love you and look forward to seeing you again when we meet you, mami and papi in heaven.
In life Ray was a gentleman. Who lived for his family and friends and I am honored to have been one of many. He loved his wife and son. Was very close to his sisters Isa and Ina, and his best friend Pete was like a brother. He was our practical joker, always quick with a hearty laugh. Whenever we saw that glint in his eyes we knew he was up to something! I am sure I speak for all his loved ones when I say we are thankful that we got to enjoy a big picnic in the begining of Sept, 2001 with Ray and his "BIG TENT"!! Rest in Peace Ray, we love you and miss and will NEVER forget you!
Angie Campbell
April 22, 2002
I did not know anyone who passed way on 9/11/01, but I hurt when I see all of the faces and read about the ones that where lost. I pray that God will bless the family and friends of this individual. Rest in his loving peace forever more.
Jose Ramon Castro
January 16, 2002
Os acompaño en el sentimiento desde Madrid, España.
Teresa Jahn
January 6, 2002
May Jose fascination for food, his life and love live on in those who love him. We are very sorry for your loss of Jose. May the sorrow in your hearts be lightened by warm memories of Jose. Our hearts cry with you
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
December 18, 2001
MAY JOSE RAYMOND BE WITH THE ANGELS
IN HEAVEN...MAY HE SEE THE FACE OF
GOD ...
December 18, 2001
DEAR GOD IN HEAVEN BLESS JOSE RAYMOND CASTRO AND MAY HE REST IN
PEACE.GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND
FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA AND MAY WE
NEVER FORGET 9/11/01
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