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Cliff Lee Castro

Cliff Castro Obituary

CLIFF LEE CASTRO
1955 - 2009
Cliff passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2009 peacefully at his home surrounded by his family at the age of 54. He was born to his parents Alex and Bonnie Castro on June 20, 1955 in Santa Maria, CA. He is preceded in death by his father, Alex Castro, his mother Bonnie Castro and his brother, Stanley Castro. Cliff will be laid to rest and join his family on July 24, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Castro of 29 years, his 5 children, Tammy Rubio of Santa Maria, Maria Sanchez of Santa Maria, Veronica Bareford of Santa Maria, Travis Bareford of Tanglewood, Jade Garza of Santa Maria, 1 sister, Marie Castro of Temecula, CA, 4 brothers, Anthony Castro, Ronnie Castro and Jimmy Martinez all of Santa Maria and Albert Chacon of New Mexico. Cliff is also survived by 18 grandchildren.
Cliff attended school in the Santa Maria School District and graduated from Santa Maria High School in 1973. From high school he entered into the Army and served 6 years where he retired honorably. He retired in 2006 after working for 25 years with the Federal Correctional Institute in Lompoc, CA. Cliff worked as a correctional officer and correctional counselor, friend and mentor. He loved to BBQ, ride his Harley, play softball, fish and crab, but mostly he loved being a number one jokester. Cliff was a man of honor and integrity. He loved his family and he will be greatly missed by all.
A Visitation will be held Thursday, July 23, 2009 from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. in the Chapel of Magner-Maloney Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be Friday, July 24, 2009 beginning at 10:00 A.M. also in the Chapel of Magner-Maloney Funeral Home. Graveside service to follow at the Santa Maria Cemetery.
Arrangements are in the care of Magner-Maloney Funeral Home and Crematory. Sympathy notes and words of support may be expressed at www.magnermaloney.com.

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Published by Santa Maria Times on Jul. 21, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Cliff Castro

22 Entries

Carl Betty

July 17, 2019

Dear Joyce and family,can't believe Cliffy has been gone now for ten years,not a day goes by that I don't think about my best friend and partner in crime at the Pen and all the good times we had working and hanging out, sure miss you Cliff you were taken way too soon. Your brother in arms Carl Betty(CB)

JOE & DENISE YBARRA

July 29, 2009

DEAR JOYCE AND FAMILY, I AM PROUD TO HAVE KNOWN CLIFFY AND I REMEMBER ALL THE LAUGHS WE HAD AT THE U.S. PENITENTIARY, LOMPOC. FROM ONE VETERAN TO ANOTHER, I SALUTE HIM FOR HIS SERVICE IN THE U.S. ARMY AND AT THE PEN. WE MADE OUR TIME FUN IN SUCH A SERIOUS BUSINESS. CLIFFY WILL FOREVER BE REMEMBER FOR THE HUSBAND, FATHER, GRANDFATHER AND FUN LOVING SPIRIT HE DISPLAYED. I MET CLIFFY IN 1985 AND ENJOYED HIS DISPOSITION THROUGH THE YEARS AND WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE TIMES WE HAD WITH HIM. GOD BLESS THE CASTRO FAMILY.

lisa guerrero

July 27, 2009

clifford
u were like my second dad i grew up with all of u becoming friends with maria from age 6 .,, now were 35 and even though me and maria grew apart all of u are very so much part of my life.. i remember so much the castro/bareford family is the second family i have so much good memories barbeques birthdays baptizims weddings and as far as granparents mine all have passed and grandma ruth ur all i got as a grandparent even though were not blood related i lovethe entire family sorrry for the loss of a great man it was hard for 2 c him go but hes resting and not in pain anymore love, lisa guerrero

nerissa sanchez

July 24, 2009

to grandma and the rest of the family my memory of grandpa i remember when i seen some chili peppers on the street and i told him and he told me to go back and pick it up cause they were still good. and then i seen an oaf of bread on the street and you said to go pick it up because you were hungry i will always remember that i love you and miss you.

anthony castro

July 24, 2009

MY BIG BROTHER: Your devoted love, honesty and curage you had within. Will always stand out in my mind. As I continue on. To your wife, son, daughters, and grandchildren. Much love, respect! as we all move onward " One Day At A Time... brother, Anthony Castro

Betty Moore

July 24, 2009

To Cliff's family, my thoughts are with you, and I know when you think of Cliff, you will smile. He kept all of us who worked with him "on our toes" because with him and Carl Betty around, you never knew what was going to happen. I "salute" you Cliff.

Erwin Meinberg

July 23, 2009

To the family of Cliff Castro - I am deeply saddened by the loss of a great friend and a valued comrade. Cliff was a great man who earned my respect over and over again. He will always live on in the memories of his many friends and his beloved family.

Janette Bruck

July 23, 2009

Dear Castro Family,

I was so shocked and saddened to hear about Cliff's passing. Even though he always kept me on my toes because you never knew what was up his sleeve! He had a smile that could brighten your day and a clever wit to get us through Annual Refresher Training. Take comfort in knowing that he is resting now and watching over all of you. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Bye Cliffie...

John Widle

July 23, 2009

Cliff has now met God the creator, what a glorious day! He now has his new body,without pain,thank you Lord.I've known Cliff for 25 years,he was a wonderful man.He had one of the best smiles I have seen,very mischievous.I will miss him,it was always a pleasure to talk with him.
To his family and other friends,God Bless you all.
May the Lord comfort you and provide for you during this time of loss.
We all have the opportunity to see Cliff again.

Raquel (Melena) Acosta

July 22, 2009

The Castro family was like my 2nd family throughout my senior year in high school. Cliff would always crack jokes about me & Veronica. Gonna miss him dearly. His was a great man. He is in a better place looking over you all. Remember the good times. One day you will all be home again. If you need anything, I'm here. Love you all!

jennifer,emily,dallas,sierra,samantha,shyanne and baby clifford bareford

July 22, 2009

14 years ive known you been the only dad i knew i loved you very much ,wish me and your grand children could've been there to say good bye you will be in our hearts and missed greatly

Michele Illes

July 22, 2009

Dear Castro Family,

Sincerest condolences for the loss of your loved one. Cliff was a good friend and co-worker. Carl Betty, Linda Hale, Mark Huerth, myself and Cliff were known as the "knitting group". We would meet at lunch time, and talk about current events and things going on at work. Cliff would keep us laughing every time. It was a pleasure to have known such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.

Linda Hale

July 22, 2009

Dear Castro family: I am so sorry to hear of Cliff's passing. He was a good friend who kept us laughing through many lockdowns and boring annual training classes. I worked with Cliff for over 15 years and he always kept us on our toes. His unique sense of humor and gentle manner was appreciated by everyone who knew him. Goodbye Cliffy...

Roy Sajonia

July 21, 2009

Joyce, Tammy, Maria, Veronica, Travis and Jade: I will always treasure the precious times we spent together. I loved Cliff too.

Bob Hester

July 21, 2009

I was shocked and saddened to hear of Cliff's death this past weekend. In the 20 plus years I worked with Cliff he never had anything to say negative about any post he was assigned or anyone he worked with...except Carl Betty :) I hated getting those two together in annual training class...it was hard to keep the lid on the class due to the laughter from their wisecracks.

Rest in peace Cliff! Hope to see you running the Admissions and Orientations group at the Pearly Gates!

SUSAN OLIVAS

July 21, 2009

JOYCE AND FAMILY,
WHEN YOU LOSE SOMEONE LIKE CLIFF WAS,
SO SENSELESSLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY... MANY
SHARE IN YOUR SORROW.CLIFF WILL ALWAYS BE WITH ALL OF US IN OUR HEART.. YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN OUR PRAYERS.
YOUR FRIENDS
TOM AND SUSAN OLIVAS

Carl Betty

July 21, 2009

Dear Castro Family,,I am very sorry for your loss. Cliff was a very good friend of mine for 20 plus years and we worked together for 19 years at USP Lompoc, we were brothers in arms and even though I have 3 brothers ,Cliff was like a 4th and he was truly a mentor of mine. He taught me many things about the job and life and his sense of humor was next to none,,just ask me and I will be happy to share some of the Cliff and C.B. stories that I will never forget and will live on ,in my memories of Cliff and that have been passed down in my family also..Cliff was truly blessed to have a good and loving family around him in his final days and I will never forget my best friend and brother. You cannot help but be sad ,during this time, but remember, Cliff is free of all his pain and besides when I think of Cliff ,he always brings a smile to my face. God Bless him and the Castro family.

Valerie Jackson

July 21, 2009

To all of the Castro Family,

I am sorry for your loss of such a gentle and caring person. I enjoyed working with Cliff, he always had a kind word or something funny to say. I know you will miss him deeply and my family will keep you in our prayers.

July 21, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Rachelle

July 20, 2009

Dear Castro Family - I'm sorry for your loss of your loved one; husband, dad, grandpa, brother, and/or best friend. He was a great guy and I know you all love him very much and will miss him dearly. It's never easy to loss a loved one that is so close to your hearts but now is the time to celebrate the memories you have shared with him over the years with others and keep his memory alive. As hard as it is, try to think of this as a new beginning for Cliff as he can now be at peace and free of pain. I want to say that in the last few weeks just thinking about the random things he would talk to me about or ask me puts a smile on my face and that's how I will remember him by. He fought hard but God needed Cliff more at this time, but remember he will always be with you. I want to also say that one thing that Cliff said to me before I left home was he wanted the family to stay together. So maybe with this unfortunate situation a positive can be the outcome with the words that Cliff told me as you will all stay together if not grow closer together I know that is what he would have wanted. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love - Rachelle

joyce castro

July 20, 2009

i will always miss my husband he is the love of my life one day ill see you again my love

veronica bareford

July 20, 2009

to my dad u will be love and missed by all of us wish u didnt have to go but guess god wanted u more than us well we will miss u alot love u

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