Roger Bennett Castle

1945 - 2025

Roger Castle passed away at home on October 1, 2025. He was born in San Luis Obispo, CA, on June 29, 1945. He grew up in Morro Bay, CA, in a home that his father built from poured adobe. Roger worked at Cuesta College for over 10 years as a theatre technician for both the Interact Theatre and the Cuesta Auditorium. He helped build the current San Luis Repertory Theatre facility and was involved with the theatre there for over 20 years. He worked for CAPSLO as a home repair technician for 18 years. He loved helping people, especially seniors, stay in their homes. During his later years, he was involved in the Morro Bay Historical Society and wrote two books about Morro Bay with his friends. He is survived by Marge Castle, his wife of 42 years and their son, Noel, of whom he was very proud, his sister, Nancy Castle, his nephew, Roscoe (Melissa), great-niece, Lyra, and several cousins. He was especially close to cousins Barbara Allen (Carl), Patty Bennett (Tim), and Mary Bennett. He was preceded in death by his father, Miles Castle, and mother, Jean (Bennett) Castle. Roger's ashes will be spread in the ocean of his beloved Morro Bay surrounded by his family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Morro Bay Historical Society, PO Box 921, Morro Bay, CA 93443.