Jesse H. Castorena

Jesse H. Castorena Jesse H. Castorena, 53, of Diamond Bar entered eternal rest following a courageous five year battle with pancreatic cancer at his residence on Monday July 3rd, 2006. Born in Deming, NM he was raised and educated in Los Angeles, where for more than 30 years he worked for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority; beginning as a bus driver for ten years and working his way up the MTA ranks to management, retiring from Division 1. Also during the past 30 years, Jesse was an active and respected DJ. Known as "The Entertainer" he enlightened many wedding receptions, various parties and special events with his talents. He was dedicated to St. Joseph Catholic Church, Pomona where he was a Religious Education teacher, President of the St. Vincent De Paul Society, St. Joseph Conference, and the Deputy Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus. Jesse was married to his beloved wife Esther, with whom he recently celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary on July 1, 2006. He leaves b ehind his loving children Christina and Jesse both of Diamond Bar, his dear father Jesse of Deming, NM, siblings Albert, Mark, Edward, Carmen and Debbie, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, godchildren, family and friends. Visitation & Rosary Sunday 7/9/06 from 5-7:30 PM with Funeral Mass on Mon. 7/10/06 both at St. Joseph Catholic Church 1150 Holt Ave. Pomona. Interment follows at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Rowland Heights. In lieu flowers, donations may be made for the benefit of Esther Castorena, payable to St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1150 Holt Ave.Pomona 91768. Arrangements under the care & direction of Walker Family Funeral Service, Corona (951) 898-0452 or www.walkerfunerals.com