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Christopher Ruben Castillo 1
1991 - 2013
Christopher Ruben Castillo 1
1991 - 2013
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Christopher Castillo Obituary
Chris relocated to Las Vegas in 1999 with his father and sister. Chris quickly began to make life-long friends. As a Boy Scout, he learned many positive characteristics and traits that he applied throughout his life.
Constantly holding himself accountable, Chris made every effort to live life with a high degree of perfection. Chris was a ROTC Member for three years at Palo Verde High School, where he graduated in 2009. Upon graduating high school, Christopher immediately followed his dreams and joined the U.S. Coast Guard. He recently received Sailor of the Quarter and was nominated for Sailor of the Year.
Chris, affectionately called "CHANGO" by his father and "BUCHI" by his sister, touched the lives of many people with his smile and contagious laughter. He was an excellent and phenomenal friend to anyone he met.
Chris was preceded in death by his mother Irma Lopez Castillo. He is survived by his father, Ruben Castillo, sister, Tabitha Castillo; step-mother, Teresa Smith; paternal grandmother, Angelica Castillo; Aunts: Mary Valladolid, Renee Castillo, Delfa (Manuel) Tersero, Socorro (Hector) Garcia; Uncles: Frankie (Marranita) Vasquez,Carlos (Rosa) Lopez, Alfred (Sandra) Lopez, Marco (Rosa) Lopez, Rosario (Ana) Lopez; his extended family from the U.S.S. Thetis and many other friends and family who were blessed to have known him.
Arrangements under the direction of Palm Northwest Mortuary, Las Vegas, NV.
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Mimi Aggas
December 21, 2017
May the God of all comfort and peace give the family peace and strength to endure. Psalm 121:1-3
Helena Natali
July 19, 2013
I will always miss you and will never forget what a true friend you were. I wish I would've had the chance to visit you in Alaska like we talked about. You will forever be in my heart
Helena Natali
July 19, 2013
We used to talk about taking road trips together once I left this ship.....it seems like just yesterday we were talking about how you were finally going to Alaska just like you told me you wanted when I first met you 2 years ago. I miss you and I hate that we never got to see each other again. Que diosito te tenga en su gracia
Colton Martin
July 19, 2013
Castillo, thank you!!! Thank you for everything you did, not just for me but anyone that you came into contact with. You were the most honest, compassionate, humblest and hardest working person I've ever met. Even though you were younger than most, you showed us all how to live and treat one another. I will not forget our times underway together and our little jokes from aft. You are missed but never forgotten! I hope you have fair winds and following seas shipmate. Happy birthday, brother! God bless you and your family!
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Cameron Muse
July 17, 2013
We had a very close knit group of 18 people throughout Coast Guard "A" school and Chris was a major part of that. Always the one you could count on for help, advice, and definitely a laugh. I regret that I wasn't able to see him as much as I would have liked when we were both stationed in Key West, but I will never forget the times that we did have. Calling the Thetis will never be the same without Chris on the other side of he radio. You'll be missed buddy.
Andy Reyes
July 13, 2013
My condolences to the Castillo Family. Chris was a very humble, genuine man who always had a positive out look on life. I am blessed to have known Chris to call have him a friend and a shipmate. You are missed.
Leo Cechnicki
July 12, 2013
Chris was such a great person and so much fun. You filled a huge void for me when my family left Kodiak Island a month before me. Without you I don't know how I would have done it. Even the simplest things like going to Walmart and playing in the toy section smacking balls with foam bats or looking up ghost stories and talking about them. You will be missed and I will never meet anyone like you again, I am glad I had the opportunity to meet you. I love and miss you. Leo Cechnicki
Karla Rivera-Guzman
July 12, 2013
My condolences and prayers goes to the Castillo family and all of the people that were touched by him. He will never be forgotten and will always be missed. I know that he is up there now looking over us and wishing us all the best. We were truly lucky to have gotten to meet him. I love you hermano!
Erica Gray
July 12, 2013
Chris had the heart the size of a pumpkin and would give you the shirt off his back, your an amazing human being, coastie and most of all best friend. Thanks for letting me be the third roommate at you and Steve's place I had some of the best times of my life with both of you, I will never forget you Chris... See you on the other side.. Rest in Peace
Waltina Pitts
July 11, 2013
My condolences to the Castillo family. During the time I knew Chris on THETIS he always had a smile, no matter where we were or what we were doing I don't recall him not being in a good mood. He will truly be missed by everyone who knew him. May your memories bring you peace. Rest in peace shipmate.
Sarah Smith
July 11, 2013
Chris will be greatly missed by all. He was so lovable and kind-- one of the most genuinely kind person I have ever met. I loved that he could make anyone laugh. I haven't seen Chris in over two years, but I know our friendship has lived on. I'm thankful for the contact we did keep over the past two years. Miss you Chris. See you one day, bud.
Tony Waller
July 11, 2013
Condolences to the Castillo family. Thoughts and Prayers from all the Instructors at OS "A" School. "You will be sorely missed!"
Steven Setnicky
July 10, 2013
Chris was the first person who gave me the time of day when I reported to Key West as a single, 20 year old guy moving into a foreign area and knowing no one. Chris took me under his wing at work showing me the ropes of my job, hooking me up with what I needed to become successful, and also helped me out tremendously by moving into an apartment with me for two years. It's tough to reflect on my two years and seven months aboard the Thetis without thinking of Chris, he was always there. There was no one who was more genuine and no one who would go out of there way to help someone more than him. Just a very selfless person. The world could use more people like Chris. He was an extremely humble person too, so I know he would try to downplay all that myself and everyone else has to say, but we all know it's true. Chris, you will be missed. It was a privilege working with you and getting to know you as a friend. Thank you for being a great friend to me. I will never forget you. None of us will.
jennifer johnston
July 10, 2013
Chris was the first person I opened up to. He was the one that always made me smile when I didn't know how to. He gave me faith when I needed it most and showed me a better side to people. I will miss him with all my heart. I'll miss all of our long talks and nights out on duval. I'm honored to have had him as a friend. Love ya Chris!
Down time at OS "A" School
Jordan Zurheide
July 9, 2013
Andrea Whipple
July 9, 2013
Chris you are such an amazing person. it was such a pleasure of knowing such a wonderful person through all the years in school. God Bless you and may we all reunite up above. We love you and it shall be a never good bye just a see you later.
Darnell Bradley
July 9, 2013
Chris was one of my favorite students in "A" school. I had no problem at all helping him out when he needed. I was honored to be the instructor he felt comfortable talking to. I will miss you dearly friend!
Luis Cruz
July 9, 2013
Chris is that one person that I will always remember. The most thoughtful, kind , caring , generous person I ever had the pleasure working with in the three years he and I was on the Thetis. And we all had each other backs. I will always miss you and I will never forget. You were a true friend....... buddy.
Dylan Baker
July 9, 2013
Chris was one of the most caring and thoughtful persons I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He had the ability to walk into a place and make friends with everyone around him. He will truly be missed.
Stephen Hall
July 9, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
July 9, 2013
Castillo, I cant believe you're gone. I hope you are in a better place. I will always remember getting pizza with you at least once a week at the E Club and doing that crazy african work out. Im sorry that we didnt kept in touch after A school, Ive always regreted that. Forever your shipmate, Alex Wilson (Alameda, CA)
Samantha Hayes
July 8, 2013
Chris was one of my favorite people in A school. He was my go-to person when my best friend graduated. We were both underage so naturally we paired up a lot outside of class, eating most meals together while sharing random facts. He was always up for a new adventure with me. After graduation we still emailed and instant messaged every now and then but it was always like no time had passed between us. Chris is one of those rare people you never forget once they've been introduced in your life. You will always be missed and thought of Chris.
Jason Warren
July 8, 2013
Chris was one of most motivated petty officers that I've had the pleasure of knowing throughout my career. His hard work and dedication for his profession and the Coast Guard was evident by all that knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Castillo family as they mourn the loss of a great man.
A school graduation
Cynthia Golarz
July 8, 2013
Chris and I spent boot camp and our A school days together. We used to go up to the mini mart and buy snacks to include raw cookie dough; we would share that while we talked about our days and just life in general. In class he would always write to me "Golarz, fly me to the moon!" He brought smiles to anyone who was around him. Chris and his family have not left my thoughts and I miss him greatly.
Juliet Laney
July 6, 2013
Chris was a ray of sunshine at Commsta. I loved talking to him about Key West and Las Vegas and sharing our Coast Guard stories. I am so saddend by his death. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. I hope he is at peace! I will surely miss him!
Jacob, Amanda and Girls Gerasimof
July 5, 2013
May God Bless you and your family during this time of sorrow. Chris will be missed. He was a wonderful shipmate, and great Coastie.
Heather Mason
July 4, 2013
Castillo was a great and funny person. We would talk about our favorite foods and how he would make Mexican food compared to my husband. I remeber I brought him some salsa once and he had some and had that face of pure joy. He was a very driven individual and a hard worker. I loved working with him and helping him get qualified at his unit. I will miss him greatly. I'm very sorry for your lose.
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