Fernando O. Castillo

Fernando O. "F.O." Castillo passed away peacefully Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2013, in Los Osos, surrounded by his loving family. Fernando was born in April 1931 in Woodville, Calif., to Preciliano Ruiz Castillo and Catalina Orduno Castillo. Throughout his life, Fernando was devoted to his family and dedicated to providing a good life for them. Upon completing his education, Fernando learned the deep-rooted work ethic that carried him through the rest of life. In 1965, Fernando began to work in a cabinet shop in Porterville, Calif. He learned the woodworking trade. He enjoyed it and eventually earned the reputation as a master wood craftsman and carpenter. After moving to Cambria, Fernando accepted a job at the Hearst Ranch in San Simeon. During the 30 years from 1968 to 1998, he worked closely with the Hearst Family and Jack Cook, of Circle C Ranch in Cholame. Evidence of his skillful work on the ranch remains today and includes the remodel of various homes and adjacent structures in San Simeon. One of his most notable accomplishments includes the building of the Hearst Dairy Barn, which the ranch uses today to host various events. After he retired, Fernando enjoyed spending time with his family, sharing stories and being an inspiration for all who loved him. The Castillo family would like to thank Central Coast Hospice and Rose Garden No. 2, in Los Osos for the wonderful care provided to Fernando. Fernando is survived by his daughters Catalina Castillo Rau (Ves deceased) and Angie Castillo Peterson (Wayne); and sons Fernando V. Castillo (Betty), Joe Castillo (Helga), Diego Castillo and Anthony Castillo (Sharon). He is also survived by his brothers Raymond Orduno Castillo (Mercy) and Ignacio Orduno Castillo; sisters Margaret Castillo Chavez and Susana Castillo Lopez (Victor); 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Fernando was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years Norma, whom he had missed dearly since her passing in 2004; brothers Preciliano and Jose Orduno Castillo; and sister, Elizabeth Castillo Carrasco. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the recitation of the rosary at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013, at Myers Funeral Home Chapel, 248 North E St. in Porterville Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 13, 2013, at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 378 North F St., with internment at the Woodville Public Cemetery, 17203 Avenue 168 in Woodville, Calif. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Central Coast Hospice, 253 Granada, Ste. D, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. Send greetings to the family by signing Fernando's guest book at sanluisobispo.com/obituaries.