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Sue Castillo Obituary
Sue Castillo, 73, passed away after a lengthy illness, Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at home. She is survived by her husband, Arthur L. Castillo; stepson, Christopher Castillo and wife Ania; grandchildren, Sofia and Gabriel; two nephews, Bobby and Kenneth Letendre; and many other friends and family members. Sue was a graduate of Buffalo University in New York and was a Workman's Comp Case Adjuster for the state of New Mexico. Sue enjoyed beautiful clothing and loved to travel. She and Larry enjoyed several trips before she became too ill to travel. Cremation has taken place and a private Ennichement will take place at Sunset Memorial Park at a later date. Please visit our online guestbook for Sue at
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Memories and Condolences
for Sue Castillo
Patricia Mulligan
September 2, 2023
Happy Birthday Sue I. Hilary..
We will always remember you!
Lynn and Pat
Patricia Mulligan
March 23, 2023
Sue Hillary. You will be remembered forever. Lynn and I met on Sept 2 2022 to celebrate your life and will continue this tradition annually. You will always be remembered dear friend.
Patricia Mulligan
September 2, 2022
Happy Birthday Sue - 09.02.22.
Lynn and I were able to get together today for the first time since COVID restrictions in Sanford FL to celebrate your life. You will be in our hearts forever dear friend
Julie Fulcher
April 9, 2020
We'll miss Sue's quiet humor and gentle nature. May God bring you comfort, Larry.
Sue at Letchworth State Park in NY
Pat Mulligan
April 6, 2020
Sue at her apartment in Albuquerque NM
Pat Mulligan
April 6, 2020
Sue in Old Town Albuquerque NM
Pat Mulligan
April 6, 2020
Sue in Santa Fe NM
Pat Mulligan
April 6, 2020
Sue in the Painted Desert
Pat Mulligan
April 6, 2020
Sue in White Sands National Park in NM
Pat Mulligan
April 6, 2020
Sue in Interlaken Switzerland 1977
Pat Mulligan
April 6, 2020
Sue and Pat on a glacier in Switzerland 1977
Pat Mulligan
April 6, 2020
Sue at the Roman Ruins in 1976 England, Scotland, Wales trip
Pat Mulligan
April 6, 2020
Mary Alice, and Sharon (Sue's pen pal) at Horeshoe Pass in 1976 England, Scotland, Wales trip
Pat Mulligan
April 6, 2020
Sue and Pat at the England boarder in 1976 England, Scotland, Wales trip
Pat Mulligan
April 6, 2020
Sue and Pat at the Scotland boarder in 1976 England, Scotland, Wales trip
Pat Mulligan
April 6, 2020
Lynn Wright
April 1, 2020
Sue, we were friends for 61 years. I can't believe you left us so soon. I remember walking to school each day from Junior High thru High School. I also remember our train trip to New York City. I made several trips to see you in Las Vegas. We called each other for our birthdays and said we would call each other more often but we didn't because we were both busy with our lives 2,000 miles apart. I know you are with your family now and are at peace. But I will miss you with all my heart.
Pat at 1993 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta with Sue's support
Pat Mulligan
March 30, 2020
Sue at the 1993 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Pat Mulligan
March 30, 2020
Sue at the Rio Grande Rift
Pat Mulligan
March 30, 2020
Sue and Pat at Grand Canyon
Pat Mulligan
March 30, 2020
Sue and Pat at The Dunes in Las Vegas 1975 (Dean Martin)
Pat Mulligan
March 30, 2020
Sue and Lynn at The Dunes in Las Vegas 1975 (Dean Martin)
Pat Mulligan
March 30, 2020
Sue in San Diego 1975
Pat Mulligan
March 30, 2020
Sue in Las Vegas 1974 - Circus Circus
Pat Mulligan
March 30, 2020
Sue at Hoover Dam 1974
Pat Mulligan
March 30, 2020
Sue and Bill O'Connor at Greater Buffalo Press
Pat Mulligan
March 30, 2020
Pat Mulligan
March 30, 2020
My Snapshots in Time with Sue:
Born September 2 in Kenmore NY as Sue Irene Hilary (nee),
She graduated from SUNY at Buffalo with a sociology degree.
Our 1973 introduction occurred when working at Greater Buffalo Press,
Sue's dry sense of humor helped formulate our friendship success.
Still a novice traveler and no airplane experience to score,
Sue coaxed me into my first flight-vacation to Las Vegas in 1974.
Now hooked by the travel bug in 1975 and a great friend to conjure schemes,
Sue and I went to Disneyland and Las Vegas (Dean Martin) to fulfill our dreams.
In 1976, as the USA celebrated its bicentennial birthday victory,
We went to England, Scotland and Wales to experience their monarchy history.
However, since this was our first international trip,
We soon called Greater Buffalo Press because we were homesick.
The Blizzard of '77 trapped all of us at Greater Buffalo Press overnight,
But we all ate and drank at the local bars and GIOIA to lessen the fright.
Totally stuffed with food and drink we walked back to the office,
Where we all fluffed our desks to sleep and tried not to get nauseous.
Sue and I were back on track in 1977 to Germany, Austria and Switzerland,
Experiencing the people, language, history and fun at hand.
Thereafter, Sue moved to Albuquerque NM to achieve a long-term desire aching in her soul,
Eventually convincing her mother to join her which fulfilled her ultimate goal.
Making several trips to New Mexico to explore the culture, beauty and histories,
Sue was a super tour guide explaining the state's extraordinary mysteries.
My last visit to Albuquerque was in 1993 at the International Balloon Fiesta to conquer my fear,
Sue made the arrangements, watched my ascent and assisted with the ground landing gear.
As time passed, Sue and I would try to stay in contact a couple of times each year,
Knowing we were bonded forever as dear friends with open ears.
My most recent phone conversation with Sue was in the hospital after her second fall,
I told her I loved her and wished her the best of all.
Unfortunately, I was never able to reach Sue directly after that phone conversation,
To allow us to talk about her last written communication.
Sue is at peace with God and in His home with no fears,
While leaving us to shed our many tears.
Sue is also with her mother, sister and brother
And I will miss her humor, laugh, wit, openness and love for all others.
Until we meet again dear friend.
Cindy Carrillo
March 30, 2020
Larry,
I am so sorry to hear of Sue's passing. My God bless you and be with you during this difficult time. She and I worked together at the State.
March 30, 2020
Larry,
I am so sorry to hear about Sue's passing. My prayers are with you. Sue and I worked at the State together. May God bless you.
Jennine McMaken
March 30, 2020
Condolences to Sue's family and friends. She was a very sweet lady and will be missed very much.
Billy & Liz Johnson
March 30, 2020
Larry so sorry to learn of Sue passing. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Arthur Castillo
March 29, 2020
You passed too soon. You suffered too long.
Arthur Castillo
March 29, 2020
You passed too soon. You suffered too long. I will miss you. Love you.
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