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Alma Castillo Obituary

Alma Castillo Alma Rosa Castillo, 44, of Oceano, lost her two year battle to cancer on Tuesday October 28, 2014 . She was born in San Luis Obispo, Calif., in February, 1970 to Maria Luz Lopez and Angel Castillo Sr. Alma graduated from Arroyo Grande High School in 1988. She attended Cal Poly for a short time after. Alma was a long time employee at the law office of Wheeler and Beaton for 26 years. She was a great interpreter and she enjoyed helping people. Alma was an amazing woman who touched and inspired many. When she first found out that she had cancer she didn't let it bring her down, she was determined that she was going to beat it, she was still her high spirited self always with that beautiful smile. She took everything in a positive manner and never looked at life negatively. She was incredibly strong and put up a great fight until the end. Alma is survived by her mother, Maria Luz Lopez; daughter, Beija Moreno; siblings: Martin Castillo Sr., Lily Castillo, Angel Castillo, and Estela Lopez. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews: Martin Castillo Jr., David Castillo, Sadie Castillo, Daisy Castillo, Lillie Monae Jimenez, Rozalie Jimenez, Tony Lara III, Martin Castillo III, Monique Castillo, Angel Castillo Jr., and Christopher Castillo There will be a viewing on Wednesday, November 12 at 6:00pm followed by a Rosary at 7:00pm at St. Patrick's Church. Mass will be held at 10:00am at St. Patrick's Church on Thursday, November 13, followed by a burial at Arroyo Grande Cemetery. There will be a reception following the burial at St. Patrick's Church Hall to Celebrate Alma's Life! Sign her guestbook at sanluisobispo.com/obituaries

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Published by Modesto Bee on Nov. 8, 2014.

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David Zubia

November 2, 2022

Dearest Alma; You are gone but NEVER forgotten!! Miss your smile, hugs, and upbeat nature. Thankfully will see you again!!!

Toni Munoz

November 19, 2014

It's been several weeks since Alma's passing and it hasn't gotten easier. We miss her so much. There is a big void and emptiness in our office. Alma had such a unique "giggle" that we appreciated hearing. We miss hearing her stories about her family members, especially her mama's stories about the "papelito". Alma, we know you're in a better place, but we are very selfish in wishing you were still here with us. We miss you so much. The office is so depressing now. So hard to deal with our loss. We will always love you. Your second family - the Wheeler & Beaton gang.

mona and raymond rodriguez

November 12, 2014

So sorry for ur loss to the castillo family.

mona and raymond rodriguez

November 12, 2014

So sorry for ur loss to the castillo family.

mona and raymond rodriguez

November 12, 2014

Sorry for ur loss to the castillo family.

The Graduate Restaurant

November 12, 2014

Condolences to family and friends.
She was a wonderful,strong person

Evelyn & Salvador Macedo

November 12, 2014

God saw that you were getting tired, and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around you and whispered "Come with me". With tearful eyes we watched you suffer and saw you fade away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart has stopped beating, hardworking hands to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us; he only takes the best.
Now you're next to God watching over all your loved ones.
I will keep your family in my prayers for God to give them strenght & serenity throughout this painful time.
Alma you will always be in my heart & memories.

Lily Castillo

November 12, 2014

Alma, the day came that I dreaded so much, you were taken from us too soon, I am honored to have had you for a sister. You were an amazing independent strong person with the biggest heart. You were always willing to help other's with out questioning. You put up a good fight till the end. I love you my beautiful sister and miss you so much. Until we meet again! :-)

Ramona Diane Perales

November 11, 2014

Alma Castillo brought so many gifts to our life. Thur family and friends. We will never forget Alma Castillo
May your heart and soul find peace and comfort and peace our prayers are with you all. Beija Moreno and the Castillo family, and Joe Moreno, now you have a beautiful angel always with you
Your family/ friends
Ramona Diane Perales
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Ruby and Ray Moreno

Rocio Sanchez

November 11, 2014

To My Friend Lily and Family no word can express the pain your feeling and no words i can say can comfort you my heart feels your pain I pray for strength and keep you in my prayers your sister is a beautiful woman inside and out and I know she is in a better place but trying to explain that to our mind and heart is difficult my condolences to you all. The road doesn't get better but we learn how to live with this pain I pray for strength daily hugs to you all from my heart to yours I'm sorry for your loss.. ::-(

Marissa Espinoza

November 11, 2014

To A brave woman who left to soon I didn't know u but my prayers go out to ur family a loss of a beautiful person is such a great one ...

Barbara Lees

November 11, 2014

What a special person Alma was and always will be an amazing person so much love and kindness for all I had the privilege of knowing her for many years God be with her family and friends

Santino Yracheta

November 11, 2014

Alma will always be remembered for her gentle soul. She was an amazing person and wonderful friend. Fly with the angels Alma. Lots of love and memories with you my friend.

Al & Stella Medina

November 11, 2014

Heaven has gained a beautiful Angel? sending prayers to the Castillo family during this diffuclt time.

November 11, 2014

alma you are greatly missed by all,thank you for my beautiful daughter,no more pain may you rest in peace.

Kat De Leon

November 11, 2014

Alma~you will be greatly missed. You have one of the most beautiful souls, ALWAYS so loving, caring, happy & positive. Never once can I remember not seeing a smile on your face. God bless you sweet Alma, till we meet again.

Nancy Bivins

November 11, 2014

So sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort give you the peace you need to heal from your terrible loss.

David zubia

November 11, 2014

Querida Alma. Your passing has brought on so many tears that if collected could keep our plants green again. R I P. Will always know where you were sent...Heaven has a new Alma (spirit).

mary munoz

November 10, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and all your family.

Albert & Tina Ybarra

November 10, 2014

ALMA - We will miss you and will see you in heaven . We got to see you grow up to be a beautiful person and a hard working women and a great mom ! With lots of love & respect to you and your family .

Jim Kendrick

November 10, 2014

Dearest Alma, why sweetness is taken from us,only our lord Jesus Christ and our father God could explain. All I can do is tell all that she was and is a wonderful lady. She will be greatly missed, she touched alot of lifes. With a wounded soul,and heavy heart.Maria,and Angel,you did a wonderful job,and I'm sorry for your loss. Just know,we will see those smiling eyes again. Praise,peace,love.

Pepper Escobar

November 10, 2014

There are very few people we meet in our lives who stay in are hearts because of the good in them, you left us such a strong example of how to live life during the most painful time of yours and you did it with a smile. I will never forget your laugh and the way you called lily's name... until we meet again love,

heather

November 10, 2014

Alma...you are greatly missed...your smile, and your sweet sweet spirit. I will never forget you and the love you gave to everyone who knew you. Thank you for blessing mine and my familys life.

Carrol McCain

November 9, 2014

Alma I will miss your beautiful smile. You were a wonderful friend and an inspiration to all. I enjoyed the years we worked together. I wish I had stayed in touch with you after I left. I believe that you are in a better place now after your valiant fight and now you can watch over your beautiful family that you have always put at the forefront of all you do. I will miss you dear friend.

Kitti VanDahlen

November 8, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Alma's passing. She was truly a wonderful person. She and my mom, Reemah, worked together for a while. She was always friendly and had a smile for everyone. May she rest in peace.

November 8, 2014

You were a wonderful person, always enjoyed your smile and your attitude all the time.
ODAR will miss your presence.

Herb Cowan - ODAR

Tino & Irma Mejia

November 8, 2014

Our hearts and prayers go out to the Castillo family. She will always be remebered.
Tino & Irma Mejia

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