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GEORGE "COKI" CASILLAS
Apr. 23, 1935 - Dec. 10, 2013
Graveside services, conducted by Pastor Elizabeth Crews, will be held Saturday, December 14 at 10 a.m. at Riverview Cemetery in Brawley for George Casillas, 78, of El Cajon.
Born April 23, 1935 in Los Angeles, George moved to Brawley as a young child. He attended Mulberry School and graduated from BUHS in 1953, where he was a member of the CIF Champion Football Team in 1951-1952. George attended trade school for jewelry and was a jeweler for 32 years, having owned George's Jewelers in El Centro. He retired in 1987 and moved to San Diego in 1997.
He was an avid golfer and was a member of Del Rio for many years, as well as a member of Willowbrook Country Club in San Diego. He also enjoyed ballroom dancing and dancing to big band era music. George was a former member of the Lions Club, Elks Club and Jaycees. He sponsored George's Diamond Runners Softball Team for over 10 years. He loved sponsoring sports teams and being involved in sports. He made friends anywhere he went and always had a story or joke to share.
George is survived by his son, Stephen Casillas and partner Vickie Taylor of San Diego; son, Scott Casillas of El Centro; daughter, Lisa Casillas of Cypress; grandchildren, Randall Casillas, Kristen Casillas, twins Alexis and Amanda Taylor, and Jasmine Lopez; brother, Ralph "Tito" Casillas of Brawley; sister, Evelyn "Bella" Beachler of Carlsbad; and former wife Carolyn Casillas of Westmorland.
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Memories and Condolences
for GEORGE CASILLAS
December 20, 2013
To The Family of George Casillas,
Heaven has gained a pleasant, always smiling individual while Earth has lost him.
George was a wonderful person and I will miss seeing him at the San Diego Reunion Picnic.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family and Ralph, his brother.
May God bless you all!!
Henry Junior Foster
BUHS Class of 1954
Chuck Cobleigh
December 17, 2013
How nice to remember a true gentleman who remains a long treasured memory. In 1966 I had many pleasant conversations with George as he performed intricate watch repairs and adjustments in the back of Smitty's store on Main Street. I am so very glad to have had that chance and would like to extend my condolences to the family of this remarkable man.
December 16, 2013
IT WAS GREAT KNOWING GEORGE. HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND.
JIM AND GLORIA YBARRA, GRAND TERRACE
Ray & Grace Falco
December 16, 2013
George we are going to miss you especially Sat at the El Cajon Elks.
Ray & Grace Falco
December 15, 2013
RIP GEORGE YOU NEW DIAMONDS
Jenny Maytorena Lindsay
December 13, 2013
Godspeed Uncle Coki! Love you
Martha "Mea" Alcantar
December 12, 2013
Caroline, Lisa, Scott, and Steven, I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Casillas passing. It is always difficult to lose someone that we hold so dear to our hearts, especially so close to the Holidays. I hope that the happy times you shared will help ease your pain. I will always remember and appreciate Mr. Casillas for his caring ways he showed towards his Womens traveling softball team, Georges Diamond Runners. Honored to have been a part of THE TEAM. RIP George. Bless you all. Martha Alcantar (Catcher)
Pat Gesler
December 12, 2013
My condolences to all of Georges family. RIP George
Beverly Shank
December 12, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about George's passing. My sympathies go out to all the family and friends. Growing up I too attended Mulberry School and spent summers at his parents house cooking with Evelyn (Bella) and his mom for dinner at their house. Guess we did ok because everyone ate all our food. I will miss seeing George around.
Abdel & Samia Salem
December 12, 2013
Our hearts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
Leigh Ryder-Leaming
December 12, 2013
Evelyn, Ralph and family, I am so verry saddened to hear of George' passing. I got to visit with him at the Mulberry Reunion in '08 and he was a delight. My prayers are with you for great memories to ease the pain at this most difficult time
Leigh Ryder and all the Ryder family
Eagle Point, Oregon
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