No me voy del todo tambien la muerte es vida. He dejado un legado de amor, de felicidad a mis seres queridos.  He transitado por el camino de Dios, hasta refugiarmo e u sues heridas. El me ha recibido en su gloria como buen companero. Desde la paz dura deva estoy con todos abogando con el amor que siempre les profese.

My sincerest condolences to all the Castillo family. I remember Leo as soft spoken and quick to laugh. I have many memories of he and my brother in elementary school. My prayers are with you.

Toda la familia Castillo Amador estamos con ustedes y nuestras oraciones también. Dios les da la fortaleza a ustedes y a mi Tía Lola en estos difíciles momentos. Un fuerte abrazo de todo corazón.

Que tiempos vividos con mi primo Leo, parece que fue ayer cuando fuimos a Disneylandia, cuando íbamos a la Unidas deportiva a jugar, bromeábamos como adolescentes, cuando fuimos a bailar a la Disco, lo que platicaba de que quería para su futuro y lo realizó, la adaptación que tenía para mi ingles mocho. Paola y Tomas, el esta con Dios, desde allá los cuida. El vive en nuestros recuerdos. Tu papi va querer de Uds. es que vivan felices y libre. Somos familia, estoy con Uds., su Tío Alfredo. Saludos Gracie y animo.

Castillo Family,

We often rely on cherished memories to ease the pain, the emptiness that comes from tragedy.

Leo feeling free on his motorcycle, racing in a dream. The nurturing demeanor beloved by his coworkers. He and his sly grin always asking me, " Nice suit. C&R?" whenever he saw me dressed up as a kid. 

Such lovely memories are but a tiny fraction of the limitless moments I know lay forever enshrined in your hearts.

 I beseech us all to remember that tragedy is not forever, for his imprint on this world is carried on by you, those who were closest to him.

The quiet, tender grace of Paola.
The jokester with a boundless heart in Tomas.
The unwavering power of faith, resilience, and unconditional love of Gracie.

 In these three the best  parts of Leo will forever be with us, the greatest testament to a life truly well lived. 

All my love, Andrew

To Leo's family and friends I join you in the sadness of losing such a fine man. I worked closely with Leo at Edison for a few years. I used to call him Lee Lee Oh Castillo he would smile and laugh. I have worked in the utility industry for over 40 years and Leo was one of a kind, a person that you don't forget. I think Leo and I connected because of our sense of humor. Leo always showed that we were here to have fun. Yes he sang Bohemian Rhapsody for us many times as we were working, laughs all around. Mamma Mia Mamma Mia, I can still hear his voice.
  At Edison we often worked days and weeks at a time in stormy weather. Leo was always ready never complained always with a smile and a joke or prank. He was a joy to work with. GOD BLESS LEO you will be missed.

Leo you were my big brother. 
I will always remember you how you lived, not how you left us. 
Sundays have always been my favorite days, I'm glad i spent that last Sunday with you and your family and how happy you were. 
Patti

I would like to say a few words on behalf of my sister Gracie, Leo's wife.  

Leo was and will continue to be the love of her life.   Gracie and Leo began dating over 26 years ago.  They actually met when Gracie was only 12 years old. Gracie was best friends with Leo's sister, Lucy. In fact, Gracie remembers that she and Lucy would sneak into Leo's room looking through his albums and would run out of the room as soon as they heard his footsteps.  At that time, Leo merely viewed Gracie as his little sister's friend who he occasionally would drop off at home if and only if his sister paid him $5.

Many years passed and Leo took an interest in Gracie and they began dating in 1988. During this time I saw Gracie and Leo interact and witnessed their relationship develop. I remember Leo would drop Gracie off at the corner of our street so my mom wouldn't discover that she had been on  Leo's motorcycle. My mother was always strict about our curfew but she would let Gracie and I stay out a little later if we double dated. Thus began a close friendship between my husband Carlos, Leo, Gracie and myself. Time passed and we knew Leo and Gracie's relationship became serious when Leo began showering her with extravagant gifts such as diamond earrings. In fact, I even remember teasing my husband because an extravagant gift from him would be allowing me to super-size my McDonald's meal. 
 
After a few years of dating, Gracie and Leo were married in 1995.  This past June 3rd they celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary. 

As most of you have heard already, Leo was a man of many interests.  He enjoyed playing craps in Vegas (often with my husband and I), beach camping, hiking, riding motorcycles but most of all he was a loving husband and father who loved spending time with Gracie and their children Paola and Tomas.
  
Leo's dedication to his children had no limits. After working a long day at work he would provide ice for the band (where he earned the nick-name "Iceman") and volunteered at Paola's High School football games, many times not even having a chance to change out of his work uniform.

When Gracie went back to work and they had to put Tomas in daycare.  Gracie made Leo promise that he would check in on Tomas. Leo took this promise to heart and would take Tomas out of daycare for an hour and take him out to eat during his lunch time. Leo made sure that his son was well fed and felt safe even giving him a business card with his phone number to comfort him, even though Tomas was only 4 yrs old. 

Leo was a very thoughtful and humble person, always willing to help others at the drop of a hat. He would help whenever needed with Tomas' boy scout troop.  Leo also dropped off a bouquet of flowers for his mother-in-law something, not many people would do.  Despite his hectic schedule, Leo always found time to show his love for Gracie as he would often surprise Gracie with yellow roses -her favorite flowers. 

Leo was truly an incredible person.  Memories such as these made Gracie love Leo and appreciate him so much more. We will all miss you, Leo.

Leo and I worked together for at least 10 years. We would both get to work a little early basically to come up with ideas to push our coworkers buttons. Gatorade comes to mind.I told him I wouldn't want to be on the receiving end of any of his pranks. He told me never to worry he would never do anything like that. he gave me a nickname, Pinche Cabron,for those of you that don't speak Spanish it means My Buddy. Go with God Leo, the world has lost a true character.   Jim

Gracie, Paola & Tomas,
Leo was taken away from you way to early in life but take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you as you continue to live your lives in his memory. He will be there to guide you through these hard times. It was an honor having known him and everyone whose life he touch is better for having known him. May he rest in peace

Fam Castillo mi mas sentido pesame por su irreparable perdida pidiendo a Dios les de el consuelo y la resignacion a Grace, Paola y Tomas, siempre recordare a Leo sonriendo y cariñoso,tu prima Araceli Castillo y Fam Guadalajara Jal. Mex

Leo had a remarkable sense of humor and was a doting family man. I'll never forget the infamous doll he bought for Paola... The Minnie me character from Austin Powers. Paola ... You loved that very unique doll and your father gave it to you with love and humor. May he live in your heart always!

Gracie y mis queridos ninos,
Leo siempre estara en nuestros corazones y lo recordaremos con mucho amor.
Ustedes tienen el carino de toda su familia especialmente Mama y Abuela.
Besos Abu

My uncle Leo was a special man and will be greatly missed. I grew up lucky enough to spend a lot of time with Leo. He was very caring and sweet. He frequently took me out to see comedy movies, took me bowling, had me try weird foods like pickled garlic, and bought me clothes and a lunchbox that matched his. Leo was very funny and was always brewing up some sort of joke or prank. He would go to great lengths for a laugh, which made being around him a lot of fun. We would tease each other, but he always ended the exchange with kind, loving and sincere words. Leo would often send me photos of time spent with Paola and Tomas, pranks with coworkers and general things that amused him. I could tell he valued his relationships. He loved his family so much and was a very dedicated father, husband, son, brother, and uncle. I miss Leo more than anything, but I have been touched by the knowledge that Leo seems to have made a unique impression on everyone he met as he did with me. I love you so much Leo. Gracie, Paola, Tomas and Felix, he loved you all so much, please know you are in my thoughts everyday.

There are no words to express the void Leo's untimely departure left in my family. His sardonic sense of humor, facial expressions and funny stern looks were his trademark ways to let you know he liked you. He was a decent and noble man, a proud family man. It will take some time for us to recover, but we are fortunate to have had Leo in our lives, however brief. I am reminded daily of Leo's presence in my life. Leo's older sister and my wife Sylvia share the same sense of humor, sensitivities, gestures and say the same phrases to express when they are happy or sad; and for these daily reminders, I consider myself fortunate.

Gracie, Leo loved you and Paola and Tomas very much--please take solace in this and his memory will live on.  Love always, your brother, Tio mico

Leo always seemed to make me laugh even when I didn't feel like it. That was truly a gift. He will be missed.

Tio Leo
I miss you and I will always remember how your jokes made me laugh and how you played foosball with my dad. I love you.

I'll always remember my Tio Leo for his great sense of humor, humility and kindness. He'd make me laugh as he asked to take my picture on his phone and then showed me a picture of a monster as though that was a picture of me. 
He introduced me to Bohemian Rhapsody as he sang it for the Wii game, American Idol. I was especially amused by my Tio as he sang the very low and high "Galileos". Ever since, I view Bobemian Rhapsody as my Tio Leo's song. 
When I was younger, my mother, sister, brother and I would visit the Castillos for the 4th of July. One of the highlights of the night would be the Papi Chulo club. The Papi Chulo club was the "dancing club" found in the Castillos garage. My Tio Leo ensured that the club was enjoyable as he always brought the strobe lights and the fog machine. Thank you Tio Leo for the great memories. I am blessed to call you my loving and humorous uncle.

My heart goes out to the Castillo family. This is a tragic loss and there are no words that can take the pain away. But Leo will live on - in his sisters, in Gracie, in Paola, in Tomas, and in everyone he touched. He was present today when we shared his stories. He will be there when someone plays a prank on a co-worker or loved one. My wife, Gidget, and I wish we could have had more moments together with Leo and Gracie. I loved Leo's sense of humor and feel lucky that even I (who only saw him a few times a year) have "Leo stories" to share. These precious moments of sharing his stories and memories will keep Leo alive forever. Rest in Peace Leo and God bless you Castillo family.

Gracie,
You are my baby sister just know that I love you and I'm here for you.
Paola and Tomas,
I wish I could take away your pain, please lean on your aunts and uncles.
Your Papi will always be with us, he was a tall,sweet funny  man & loved all of you.
Rest in peace with the Angels my dear brother-in-law.
Tia Laura

My dear Gracie,Paola & Tomas,
Leo loved you all so much, and will always be looking down from heaven protecting you.
I wish I had the right words to ease your pain, just know that I care.
 I as well as the rest of your family are here for you now & always.
Love you so much,
Elsa/Tia Tata

Our deepest sympathy to the Castillo family, we had the pleasure of meeting Leo years ago, and such a gentle soul

Leo will be so missed! He was such a dedicated father and I will always remember him with his smile and his music playing in his ear all the time. He was always so patient and gentle. It was a pleasure to know him as one of our Scout dads and our love and prayers are with Tomas and his family during this difficult time.

I had the privilege of knowing Leo through Cub Scouts as he helped me and the boys from time to time. He was a very gentle soul. My love goes out to his family and Tomas.

Mr.Castillo, I will missed your joke you always do it to me and a missed you smile and bring the dog to the band camp or band performed or any event.
I will missed you for the longest time, you are such a nice man,husband,father and a volunteer parents.
Thank you for everything and RIP.
God Bless to you in heaven

My deepest sympathys for the entire Castillo family. I had the privilege of volunteering alongside Leo in support of our kids in band. He was a friendly, respectful man whose company I enjoyed. He will be greatly missed.

I will miss your funny, dumb jokes. I will miss your laugh. I will miss you teasing me about Rony. I will miss your kind and encouraging words about Olivia and her traveling adventures, her sport and school. I will miss you dearly my little brother. God took you away from us too soon. It's not fair. It's not fair that he took you. It's not fair that others are alive who destroy or live a foolish life. It's not fair. RIP

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Leo Castillo

February 19, 1962 – June 17, 2015

Eternal Valley Memorial Park & Mortuary

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