Elena Castillo
September 21, 1920 - February 25, 2014
Obituary
CASTILLO, Elena Cecelia of Saginaw, Michigan Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great great-grandmother, sister, and aunt went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at Caretel Inns of Tri-Cities at the wonderful age of 93. Elena Cecelia Ortega was born on September 21, 1920 to the late Frederick Ortega and Helen Saldana in Vollmer, Colorado. She was married to Cervando Castillo on January 16, 1935. He predeceased her on May 14, 1969. Cecelia enjoyed shopping and spending time with her family. She was employed at Grey Iron for many years and later retired from First Savings and Loan. She was a loving mother to 13 wonderful children, 44 grandchildren, 119 great-grandchildren, and 31 great great-grandchildren. Left to cherish her memory are 10 children: Ernest (Monica) Castillo, Yolanda (Oscar) Ortega, Elvira (William) Lull, Frederick (Patty) Castillo, Elaine Newman, Ronald Castillo, Sandra Castillo-Villanova, Judith (Antonio) Olgine, Marilyn (Jack) Campbell, Nanette (Randall) McCollum; two daughters-in-law: Celia Castillo and Maria Socorro Castillo; one son-in-law, Michael Flores Jr.; one brother, David (Chris) Saldana; one sister, Angie (Raul S.) Perez; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family. Cecelia was predeceased by her parents; husband of 34 years, Cervando; two sons: Richard and John Castillo; her daughter, Erlinda Flores; her sister, Irene Drew; two granddaughters: Michelle and Christine Castillo; and three grandsons: Ray Lomeli, Robert Flores, and Russel Lull. FUNERAL: Funeral Liturgy will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 3, 2014 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 910 N. 6th Ave. Rev. Fr. Francis Voris, OFMCap will officiate. Rite of Committal will follow in Eastlawn Memorial Gardens. VISITATION: Friends are welcome to visit at the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State) on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Rosary will be prayed Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m. Cecelia will lie in state at the church on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass. MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to St. Joseph Catholic Church. Please share your thoughts and memories at the church, funeral home or through www.deislerfuneralhome.com
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Elaine Y. Flores Velez
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Grandma, if I only knew Monday was going to be the last day I spoke with you, I would of keep you on the phone forever!!!!! I feel so blessed because you gave me my beautiful mother and the rest of my Castillo family. I will always cherish our time we had together and all the pictures and video I have of you. You are in the hands of the Lord, no more worries, no more pain, you are Free.
You will be forever in our hearts.
Love you Grandma,
Elaine (Lonnie), Carlos, Vanessa, Nick, Little Nick, Carlos Jr., Cindy & Dominic and your loving son-in-law Michael.
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Linda Little
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Tony, I can see you in your beautiful Grandmama! You have her wonderful smile and bright eyes! It sounds like she was the heart of your family. Our sympathies are with you and your family but know the re-union in heaven will be ever so sweet. Much love to you and your family. Ray and Linda Little and Ryan Neering
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Anonymous
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Classic Sympathy Basket Arrangement was purchased for the family of Elena Cecelia Castillo.
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Steve Dill
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Thank you Grandma Celia for everything.
We miss you.
Love,
Leslie, Steve, Rosalie, & Frank (Poncho)