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Mr. Demecio Romo Castilleja

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Demecio Castilleja Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 10, 2015.

Demecio Romo Castilleja, beloved husband, father and brother departed this life to be with his loved ones in heaven. We can only imagine what a blessing that is! Born on February 17, 1948 in Kyle, Texas, Dei grew up in San Marcos where he graduated from San Marcos High School with honors and Southwest Texas State University in 1972 where he received his Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Chemistry. He also met the love of his life, Yvonne Cruz and got married in August of 1975. His career was as a Research Chemist for Dow Chemical Co. in Freeport, Texas. He enjoyed traveling around the world with his job because he made many lifelong friends. Dei was involved in community and church activities. He was Grand Knight for 2 terms at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Lake Jackson, TX. He remained a member of the Knights of Columbus until his death. He was involved with many activities as he supported his sons while they were growing up. Dei also was an officer and active member of the Castilleja Family Reunion for almost 30 years. Later, after retirement, he continued to work as Life Insurance Agent for Catholic Life in San Antonio. He is survived by his loving wife, Yvonne, son D.J., daughter in law Amanda, and son Greg, brothers Rod Castilleja, Domingo Castilleja, Jess Castilleja, Johnny Castilleja, Ramon Castilleja, sisters: Josie Carrion, Cruz Garrett, Janie Sharp, Rosemary Garcia, and Verna Perez and numerous nieces and nephews. Dei was preceded in death by his father, Demecio Castilleja, Sr., mother Rosa Romo Castilleja and brother Narciso Castilleja. Dei will lovingly be remembered for his dedication to his family and as a servant of God. ROSARY SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 2015 7:30 P.M. ST. JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC CHURCH HONEY CREEK MASS MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2015 10:00 A.M. ST. JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC CHURCH HONEY CREEK In lieu of flowers, donations can be made towards a scholarship fund in Dei Castilleja's honor. Castilleja Family Reunion, c/o Jesse Castilleja, 2502 E. Oltorf St, Apt 1621, Austin TX 78741. (512) 496-8128.

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