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Robert Castaneda Obituary

RACINE - Robert Castaneda, age 45, passed away Christmas night, Thursday, December 25, 2014, due to a tragic car accident. Robert was born in Racine, August 3, 1969, son of Raul “Rudy” and Rosa (Nee: Sanchez) Castaneda. Robert attended St. Catherine’s High School and was a graduate of William Horlick High School “Class of 1987”. A huge Dallas Cowboys fan, he loved playing baseball, softball, and golfing. Robert was also a huge movie buff who was adept with computers and technology. He will be fondly remembered as a very generous and caring individual, loving son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend to many. Survivors include his loving family: his parents, Raul “Rudy” and Rosa Castaneda of Racine; brother, Russell (Cyndi) Castaneda and their son, Isaiah; sister, Jane (Larry) Phipps and their children, Nicholas, Curtis James, and Stephanie of Signal Mountain, TN; many aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and many dear friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, December 30, 2014, 6:00 P.M. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 1100 Erie Street, with Rev. Antony Thomas officiating. Interment will be held at Holy Cross Cemetery, Hwy 32. Relatives and friends may meet with the family Tuesday at the church from 3:00 P.M. until time of Mass at 6:00 P.M. MARESH-MEREDITH & ACKLAM FUNERAL HOME 803 MAIN ST. RACINE, WI 53403 (262) 634-7888 Please send condolences to www.meredithfuneralhome.com

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Published by Racine Journal Times on Dec. 28, 2014.

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Yvette Farris

January 4, 2015

My Heart is still aching for the Family. Robert was a very sweet person that will be miss by so many. I have known Robert and Russell over twenty years. It was a pleasure Knowing Robert. Sending you Prayers Russell to you and Family.

Paula Gottfredsen DeCheck

December 31, 2014

I AM at a loss for words!!! He was a great kid (brother) when I used to babysit...{HUGS} to everyone. ??????

Marcia Ortiz

December 30, 2014

Thinking of you in this difficult time! May you find peace in knowing he is with the Lord and those who have gone before him! Peace be with you all.

Sara Ortiz

December 30, 2014

Prayers for peace and faith! Very sorry for your tragic loss to you and the whole Castaneda family! God bless you all! With much love!

Shelley Bragg (Villarreal )

December 30, 2014

I have so many awesome and fun memories with Robert! He could always put a smile on anyone's face!!! May his star in heaven shine as bright as his smile!!!!!! Xoxoxo "Shalalee"

Ben Barela

December 30, 2014

Our condolences to the family in this difficult time. We love you and are praying for you. Robert will be missed. I am blessed to have so many wonderful memories with my cousin. Sending our love.
Ben Barela and Family

Ray and Antoinette Barela

December 30, 2014

Much Love, cousins in Texas

Ray and Antoinette Barela

December 30, 2014

My heart goes out to Rosa and Rudy n brother Rusty..I send love and hugs and may God comfort you in thIs time of need...our condolences..Love your cousins Antoinette and Ray Barela

Stacey Neubecker

December 30, 2014

I send my prayers to you Rudy & Rosa - Robert was taken away too soon.
I know he is watching down on you being your guardian angel now.
God bless you cousin and rest in peace.

Cassie Diver

December 30, 2014

Russ & Family
I am sorry for your loss, your family is in our thoughts and prayers. My sincere condolences. Cassie & The Boys

Laura and Autumn

December 29, 2014

Rosa, Rudy and family,
Words can not express my saddness. I've known Robert & your family for 20+ years. He was always kind, soft spoken and he was great at holding a conversation,he really cared about what you were saying. He will truly be missed.

Rodney Farris,Sr.

December 29, 2014

May you R.I.P. Rob, sending my condolences to the family.

Laura Guerrero

December 29, 2014

You were taken much too soon.
Blessed to have seen you at Cousin Laura's house.
Rest in Peace Cousin.
You will be missed.

December 29, 2014

Rudy and Rosa,
Robert was such a very sweet guy who I always had great conversattion with. He lives on in my heart. with love, Lucy Castaneda

Jim Chiappetta

December 29, 2014

Castaneda Family-
Words cannot express my sorrow... I have nothing but positive memories of Robert going back to Sacred Heart. My last memory was Christmas Eve last week when I saw Robert at the Grocery Store... I'm grateful to have seen him that night before church... as expected, he put a smile on my face as we wished each other well and a Merry Christmas and greetings to each others family-
God Bless you all during this time.
jimmy-

Aunt Stella

December 29, 2014

Robert you left behind some fond and funny memories. I'm sure that Nick was there to welcome you and you and Nick and Nunu and uncle Roy and Uncle Albert are all playing ball under a warm sun and a green green diamond. Give them all a hug for me.

Maria Esquivvel

December 29, 2014

Prayers to the Castaneda Family-Maria Esquivel

Heather & Charles Molina-Kotas

December 28, 2014

May God help you through this difficult time in life. We are so sorry for your loss. I have such wonderful memories of growing up with Robert that will always stay with me in my heart. Our condolences....Love Always....

December 28, 2014

Russ and Family, my sincere condolences on your loss.
Stan Krifka

Anita Jaks

December 28, 2014

Rosa & Raul I am so sorry for your loss, I will keep you both in my prayers.

December 28, 2014

Mike and Rita Molina May the peace that surpasses all understanding be with our family and friends as send Robert to be with our heavenly father.

Rita&Tony Montalvo

December 28, 2014

Rudy&Rosa we are so sorry for your loss.May the comfort
of God,Family &Friends hold you all tightly in their arms and give you all COMFORT,STRENGTH&PEACE during this difficult time.You are all in our thoughts and prayers.We love you all.

Carmela Molina Jordan

December 28, 2014

Rudy and Rosa, my heart is filled with sorrow for you. I love you both dearly and Robert he was a good gentle hearted mani will miss him, I pray that God will give you the strength to get through this difficult time. With all my love and condolences, to your family. Your cousin Carmela Molina Jordan.

john darrey

December 28, 2014

My prayers to the family! I'll always have fond memories of Robert!

December 28, 2014

Uncle Rudy n Aunt Rose, there r no words to take the pain from your heart...but we r all blessed to know that we have our Lord to lean on. Robert was an amazing and beautiful soul, we were all blessed to know him. Love u all.

Barbara Long

December 28, 2014

I just learned of Robert's death from my daughter. My sincere condolences to Rose and Rudy at this time.

Linda Schuster-Hake

December 28, 2014

I have such great memories if Robert from Sacred Heart and St. Cat's. He was always a nice guy and a good friend. This tragedy breaks my heart. Prayers to you all...

Barbara Litz

December 28, 2014

Robert was a great friend growing up! We had lots of fun! He and Jane and Rusty. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family! Hold all those wonderful memories tight in your heart! They will keep you strong during this very difficult time! Hugs! Barb (Behmke) Litz

Jane

December 28, 2014

I love you Robert! I'll miss you...

Gerald

December 28, 2014

We are sorry to hear about Robert passing away so unexpectedly. The thoughts and prayers of our family are with you at this time. May the words from John 6:40 bring you comfort.

Gabriel bernal

December 28, 2014

I send my condolences to the Castaneda family for their loss. Robert was a good friend of mine even though I haven't seen him for many yrs . R.I.P. BRO.

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