J. L. Castro

August 11, 1926 - January 6, 2019

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Jubentino Lopez Castro (J.L.) went to be with our Heavenly Father on January 6, 2019. He rejoices with the Lord Jesus Christ and all of his loved ones who departed before him. J. L. Castro’s service will be held at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers in Lubbock, Texas on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at 10 am. Viewing will be held from 6 to 8 pm on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at Lake Ridge Chapel. The funeral service will be officiated by Fred Smith and Rev. Joe Lopez, his son-in-law and pastor of Hispana Baptist Church in Lubbock. He will be interred at the Green Memorial Park in Wilson, Texas. He was faithful member of Hispana Baptist Church of Lubbock, Texas and served in the church all of his life. J.L. Castro leaves a legacy of devotion to his family and church.J. L. Castro was born on August 11, 1926 in Aspermont, Texas to Bonifacio and Guadalupe Castro, where he grew up on a farm there and worked alongside his siblings to farm cotton. In 1944, he joined the United States Navy and served until 1946. Upon his return from his military service, J. L. married Eloisa Lopez on April 18, 1948. They celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary in 2018. In October 1-3, 2014, he was blessed to join the South Plains Honor Flight that visited Washington, DC along with his son Daniel Castro and grandson, Matthew Castro.J.L. Castro is preceded in death by his parents, and siblings, Albert Castro, Lupe Castro, Juanita Martinez and Esther Ibarra.He is survived by his wife, Eloisa Castro; 4 children, Amelinda Sanchez and husband, Richard of Lubbock; Delmira Lopez and husband, Joe of Lubbock; Evelina Baker and husband, Clark of Lewisville, TX; and Danny Castro and wife, Mary of Lubbock; 7 grandchildren, Geoffrey (Jessamine) and Justin (Michele) Lopez; Clarissa Garcia (Eli); Ryan and Troy Baker; Matthew and Stephen Castro; 6 great-grandchildren, Jaren and Aven Garcia; Calla and Ezra Lopez; Gretchen and Garrison Lopez; siblings, Carmen and Vicenta Castro; Abel Castro (Teresa); Anna Vaca (Caleb); Martha Sanchez (Eddie); Isaac Castro (Julia), Barney Castro, and Becky Silva (Josue); as well as numerous nieces and nephews.The family greatly appreciates the prayerful support of all his family and friends and the many medical professionals who took care of him throughout his illness. Although J. L. Castro will be missed, we are assured that we will someday see him again. But until then, he is resting in the presence of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

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It’s been 4 years that my dad passed away. Not a day goes by that I don’t forget when God called my dad to His eternal home. We know my dad is rejoicing and no longer suffering and completely healed. We will see him again which brings peace and comfort.

Our condolences to the Castro Family. May all the precious memories help you all through this time. God Bless Always -

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time. Please know you are loved by countless number of friends far and near. Hold on to the memories until you see your Beloved Father and Husband again.In Christ, with Love,Elida Chapa,Edie Morales (Benny)Kay Cada (Garreth)Andy Chapa

Very sorry for your loss, may the Lord be with you at this time. Prayers are with your father and also with his entire family, condolences, Pablo Martinez and family Kerrville Tx

The separation is painful, but the reunion will be glorious. Our love and prayers--

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

My Condolences go out to Mr Castro’s Family, May He R.I.P Absent from the body present with The Lord, My Prayers go out to You all in Jesus Name

J.L Castro was a great man who lived to the ripe old age of 92. He left a legacy of wonderful children who in turn raised children in the things of God so that they too will not depart from the ways of the Lord when they grow up. While we morn the loss of this family icon that was in many ways a humble man, we celebrate the long life God gave him and approach the throne room of heaven with a profound sense of gratitude and thanksgiving. Yes they will be many stories told about J.L Castro during the funeral by those who were close to him that would bring joy & laughter to ones heart and in the same environment tears shed that he is no longer with us. My wife Juanita & I morn with our relatives over this loss and on the other hand we bring all family members to remembrance what the Holy Scripture says, that to those who are of Christ, to be absent in the flesh(death) is to be in the presence of the LORD(Heaven). In a nutshell , J.L Castro has departed unto Glory to be with his Maker who called him out of this world. To God Be The Glory !

Thank you, dad for the wonderful legacy you left behind and the memories of you will remain in our hearts. We will you dad.❤️

Our children couldn't have been blessed with a more amazing great grandfather. I'm so glad they were able to spend so much time together. Gretchen says we will miss great grandpa but he is much happier in heaven waiting for us! Until that day JL, you will be missed.

To the Castro family, our condolences. He lived a wonderful life and was blessed with wonderful children, grandchildren. Prayers for your family through this time of need. God Bless you all. Rene and Elena Nava

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.