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James Casteel Obituary
James (Jim) Edward Casteel, 70, passed away in his sleep at home August 13, 2020, as a result of complications from brain surgery in May.
Born in Bremerton, WA. Sept. 8, 1949, to Byrl & Joyce Casteel, the youngest of two boys. Jim lived his entire life in Bremerton, graduating from West High School in 1968 then earned an associate degree from Olympic College. He was in the Air Force Reserves for 6 years and during this time he graduated from the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard apprentice program as a Shop 56 Pipefitter. He worked his way up to the position of Planner and Estimator from which he retired. Jim was always active in basketball and slow-pitch softball playing for the Shop 56 team in the shipyard league and also played in the city league. He was an avid fan of the Mariners and Seahawks. Jim was a big man with a gentle soul, quick to smile and greet you with his laugh. He had many friends at the Fleet Reserve and VFW in Navy Yard City playing ping pong and watching sports. Jim enjoyed wintering in Yuma, AZ, riding his Harley and spending time at his lake property with his extended family and friends. Jim is survived by his longtime companion Lei Michaelis, brother Bill (Gail) Casteel, nephews Kevin and Kyle and their families. Due to the COVID-19, no services are planned at this time.
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joe collins
October 11, 2020
jim , We hung out for many years, at he ball field, your place, your mom and dad's lake, parties, skiing, camping eastern washington,,,, I'll see again, for now rest in peace, - know you are loved and will be missed.... joe collins
Nina
October 11, 2020
I’m still in shock about Jim’s passing. Jim was a good friend and Neigbor. My Condolences to Lei, Bill, Gail, Kyle, Kevin And extended family Jim will be missed
Scott Minshull
October 10, 2020
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. One of the nice guys. Got to know him in Shop 56 and on the ball fields. Condolences to Lei and his family.
Vern
October 7, 2020
Jim was always an easy going guy. Worked around him and played hoops against him for years.....tough, but fun. rest well good sir.
Shawna
October 7, 2020
Oh Jim, your laugh and smile ALWAYS made my day. You will be so very missed by your friends and family. My condolences to all.
Cathy Stedman
October 6, 2020
Jimmy was always the gentle giant. We had great times thru the years and you adopted so many of our kids as your own. You loved your family very much and shared them with all of us. I can see your smile and hear your laugh as if you were here now. We all shall miss you here on earth but you can party on with Mom and Dad Casteel. You were all so loving and gracious to Cara and I. Until we meet again RIP buddy.
Patricia
October 6, 2020
Jim was a great guy.
We were friends in high school.
Always a smile.
Sorry for your loss of a great gentle giant.
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