Franklin "Rod" Castile

Franklin "Rod" Castile, age 62 of Auburn, Kentucky passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026 at his home. He was born in Russellville, Kentucky on February 6, 1964 to the late Franklin Lee Castile and Betty Jean Hyams Castile. He was a production worker for Glazier Glass Company. He is survived by:

1 Son ~ Erik Castile and wife Jennifer ~ Russellville, KY

1 Daughter ~ Jessica Gossom and husband Jason ~ Auburn, KY

1 Brother ~ Ronnie Castile and wife Dawn ~ Olmstead, KY

1 Sister ~ Patricia Cole ~ Russellville, KY

3 Grandchildren ~ Jace Castile, Noah Rust, Addye Davenport.

1 Great Grandchild ~ Kohen Hoots

Graveside services for Franklin "Rod" Castile will be conducted at 1:00 pm on Monday, March 9, 2026 at Dripping Spring Cemetery with Bro. Kenny Chyle officiating. There will be no public visitation at the funeral home prior to the graveside service. Summers and Son Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Memorial Donations may be made to Woodlawn Baptist Church, c/o Charlene Piper, 329 Union Church Rd, Russellville, KY 42276.