Mandi Anne Castillo-Ensley

Mandi Anne Castillo-Ensley obituary, Kenai, AK

Mandi Anne Castillo-Ensley

Mandi Castillo-Ensley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Apr. 30 to May 3, 2023.
Mandi Anne Castillo-Ensley passed away in her sleep on April 20, 2023. Mandi was born on August 27, 1980 in Santa Maria, CA. There she lived with her father, mother and younger brother, (Eddie, Kimberly & Christopher Castillo). She was 16 years old when she moved to Kenai, AK with her family. She graduated from KCHS in 1998. She made many friends and was a light & joy to everyone around her.

Mandi was employed by Kenai Safeway and Alaska USA. She was always that bright, happy face you saw when you walked in the door. She would always go the extra mile to help you and make your day better. She was a people pleaser and made many friends because of her humorous and loving personality.

In May of 2004, she brought her beautiful one and only son Maccoy Castillo into this world. He was the love of her life. In August 2020 she married the man she wanted to spend the rest of her life with, Joseph Ensley. Together they made a life along with her three step-daughters. Mandi loved her entire family deeply and unconditionally.

Mandi is survived by her Father; Eddie (Flaco), Mother; Kimberly, Brother; Christopher (Willie), Sister-in-law; Jennifer, Son; Maccoy, Husband; Joseph Ensley, 3 step-daughters; Dakota, Katie and Sophia, 2 nieces; Jaycie and Abby, 1 nephew; Riel and numerous family members in the lower 48.

Mandi was a bright and beautiful presence in our lives and she will be missed every day, but we have the comfort of knowing she loved Jesus and is now with him. At this time there is no scheduled services due to her son being away at military training. A later date, TBA when Maccoy can be home to participate in celebrating his Mom's life.

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June 10, 2023

Ronnie Whicker and Family posted to the memorial.

May 19, 2023

John Coston posted to the memorial.

May 17, 2023

Scott Hime posted to the memorial.

Ronnie Whicker and Family

June 10, 2023

My dear friends, I was surprised to hear of her passing this week. Those times I've seen you, I would have hugged you much longer and harder! My heart is broken, yet full for knowing such a sweet friend. I remember the first time I met her! She was one of the first people to welcome me here to Kenai. We became friends as I opened up an account at the bank. Then, having her at the ballgames was the BEST! I loved her then and love her still. Grief can be so hard, but I pray you keep those special memories you cherish with her up front in your heart. We are remembering you all and Mandi today and always. If you haven't held the service yet, please know that we would love to attend. We may be out of town, but if it is streamed, please share it with us. We love you guys! May God be with you and hold you in his loving comfort.

John Coston

May 19, 2023

Flaco and family. I am truly sorry for your loss. Losing a child is something I wish on no one and do understand as I´ve been there. May you find peace.

Scott Hime

May 17, 2023

Eddie,Kim,Willie, Maccoy, and all family.
So heartbreaking to learn this and we are so very sorry for your loss.
Mandi was such a fine girl and so full of life for all.
Please accept our Prayers.
The Hime Family

Amber Miller

May 15, 2023

This is so very sad she was such a beautiful person with a huge heart she will be missed by many. Her family will be in my thoughts and prayers

Janet Johnson

May 13, 2023

My condolences to Mandi's family. It is hard to believe she is gone from this earth. She knew how to bring a smile to others. She was my positive force when she worked at Walmart. I miss those big crazy glasses she would pill out on occasion. Mandi RIP til we meet again

Janet Dormady

May 13, 2023

Our hearts go out to your family sending our love and prayers
The Dormady family

Kristina loy

May 12, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Pete

May 12, 2023

Mandi. I had no idea you had passed. It didn´t seem like it had been that long since we last spoke. You were such a sweet beautiful lady and had the biggest heart. I´m sad that you´re gone. My heart breaks for everyone who loves you and even more so for your children and husband. Sending prayers for comfort as they walk through this. Thank you for being my friend.

Jennifer West

May 11, 2023

My thoughts and prayers go out to each one of you!
Mandi was a shining star and will forever be one of my dearest friends! Her smile could light up the room. Mandi loved with her whole heart and will be forever missed! R.I.P my friend!

Jill Groenen

May 11, 2023

To the Castillo Family,
My heart is so sad for the loss of Mandi. She was so positive and uplifting. God must've needed her more. I echo Jim's sentiments that your family holds a very special place in our hearts.
May the Peace of Christ surround you as you travel through this time.
All my love,
Jill

Kara Pike Inman

May 11, 2023

Mandi was one of the most warm and friendly people I´ve ever met. It was always so fun to see her and get a big hug from her when I would come home to Kenai. Sending prayers to her family and friends.

Jennifer Frank

May 11, 2023

Mandi loved me through my lowest times. She was such a joy and my heart goes out Maccoy!

Jim Beeson

May 11, 2023

Man such a sad deal. Mandi and the Castillo family will always have a place in my heart and are a big part of my Kenai memories. My thoughts and prayers are with the family as they deal with Mandi's passing.

Sheila Holtzen

May 11, 2023

Dear Kim, Eddie and your family, My love and prayers are with you all. This is such devastating news! I am so terribly sorry for your loss! Your family were some of my best tenants. My heart goes out to you! Sheila Holtzen

John Bishop

May 11, 2023

Flaco and Kim we are so sorry for your terrible loss. Linda and I send our condolences and hope the Love of your Savior will somehow keep you through this difficult time. God bless you all.

Bo & Tina

May 6, 2023

Flaco, Kim and family. We are very sorry to hear about the loss of Mandy. May God strengthen you and be with you during this difficult time.

The Santos

May 6, 2023

I am so sorry! Mandí was beautiful of if body and soul. She Shared fun times with my daughters and family many BBQs and neighbor block 4th of July celebrations! She always had a smile! Rejoice in heaven and pray for us.

Gabe T.

May 5, 2023

You will be missed Mandi! You were always were a joy to be around and such a sweet person.

Paulette and Jim

May 5, 2023

My prayers go out each day to all of the family..since I herd of this great loss to all. Mandi was like a daughter to me and her life here on earth was way to short. Mandi and family lived next store to us till they move to AK and yes she was a bright lite to all that got to know and love her. Now she gets to shine her lite in heaven.

Alex Koch

May 4, 2023

Sending condolences to the family. Eddie was my baseball coach

Her dad.

George Aragon

May 3, 2023

Flaco , Kim n lil Chris our Hearts n Prayers go out to My FREINDS and ex Santa Maria Family for the loss of Beautiful Mandi . Love n prayers from George , Margaret Aragon n Family

Debbie Ormsby

May 3, 2023

I am heart broken to read about Mandi this morning. Eddie, Kim, Mandi, and Christopher were our neighbors in Santa Maria and Mandi and my daughter were best friends. I am so sorry for your loss. She is with Jesus and we will see her again. Love you all.

Janae Cook

May 2, 2023

My husband and I have known Mandi for years. We moved to the kenai area in 1998 . My mom worked at Carrs which is how we met her. She was always sweet and sassy which was great! Our hearts are with your family, she will be forever missed.

Ruby Rouswell

May 2, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Mandi has definitely left a beautiful bright mark on this world. She will be missed. My condolences and prayers for her family.

The Gemmell´s

May 1, 2023

Eddie, Kim, MacCoy and family, so sorry to hear this news. She´ll be missed by many. Our prayers are with each of you through this time.
Love, David & Carletta

Pam & Kelly Saltzgiver

May 1, 2023

So very sad to hear this. Hugs, prayers and love to Willie, Eddy, Kim, McCoy and all her family. She was an amazing women and will be missed by all.
Love the Saltzgiver family.

Toni Reitter

April 30, 2023

I've had Mandi's family on my heart since hearing of her passing and hoping just once the rumor mill got it horribly wrong. Mandi was so special to our community, her coworkers, her friends... and no one loved their family like Mandi.

Continued prayers for all of you, and especially Mac who was the light of her eye.

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