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Hilda Castaneda Obituary

Hilda Castaneda
07/01/1961 - 05/23/2025
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Hilda Castaneda, who departed peacefully at home on May 23, 2025, after a courageous battle with breast cancer, surrounded by her loving family.
Hilda was a devoted wife, beloved mother, and faithful servant of God. She found joy in her family, peace in her garden, and purpose in her church service at Saint Anthony Catholic Church.
She is survived by her husband, Roberto Castaneda; children, Jose and Samantha Castaneda; and many siblings, relatives, and friends who will forever cherish her memory.
Funeral Mass: June 4 at 12:00pm. Interment: June 5 at 11:00am.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Jun. 12, 2025.

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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Saint Anthony’s Catholic Church

3500 Middlefield Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025

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