Amalia N.?CastilloAmalia N. Castillo, of Pierceton, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, in Parkview-Wabash Hospital, Wabash.
She was born Nov. 14, 1943, in Eagle Pass, Texas, to Felipe Navarro and Julia Quintero. She was a Pierceton resident since 1966.
She was united in marriage to Pedro C. Castillo on Dec. 19, 1965, in Eagle Pass, Texas. He preceded her on April 17, 2006. She was formerly employed as a Production Trimmer for DePuy Inc. of Warsaw. Amalia was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church, Pierceton. She was an avid sports fan particularly the Dallas Cowboys. Her other interests included going to flea markets, playing bingo and watching her grandchildren playing sports, especially soccer.
Amalia is survived by her sons: Pedro “Pete” (Glenna) Castillo and Shawn Castillo, both of Pierceton; sisters: Linda (Ron) Hixson, of Eagle Pass; Carolina Quintero, of San Antonio; and Maria (Gonzalo) Zavala, of Lansing. In addition, she is survived by grandchildren: Christian (Jordan) Castillo, of North Manchester; Connor Castillo, of Pierceton; Crystal Castillo, of Warsaw; Chase Castillo, of Pierceton; Cody Castillo, of Warsaw; and a great-grandson, Christian “CJ” Castillo Jr., of North Manchester. Also, she was preceded by a sister, Frances Gutierrez; and brother, Armando Quintero.
A visitation is planned from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9 at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Pierceton. A Mass of Christian burial will begin at 10 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 10 in Saint Francis Catholic Church, Pierceton. Father Daniel Chukwuleta will officiate the services. Interment will follow in Saint Francis Cemetery, Pierceton.
Masks are optional, and social distancing is encouraged. No food is permitted at this time.
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Memorial donations may be made to The Alzheimer’s Association, 6324 Constitution Dr., Fort Wayne, IN 46804.
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