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CASTILLO A cherished and well respected husband, father and grandfather, Galo P. Castillo, 98 years old, of San Antonio, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home on November 4, 2014 with his beloved family present. He was born July 1, 1916 in San Luis Potosi, Mexico moving to San Antonio, Texas with his mother in the early 1920's. He has always had a keen sense of direction and was remembered by his grandchildren quoting, "When you walk down the street, always remember the name of the street you crossed." He graduated from San Antonio Technical and Vocational High School in 1936 and served in the United States Army from December 1942 to February 1946. During his service, he earned the American Theater Campaign Medal, EAME Campaign Medal the Victory Ribbon, and a Good Conduct Medal. Galo was a self-employed contractor during his entire professional career. In the early 1970's, he was also a member of the San Antonio Charro Association for more than 20 years and due to his expertise in the construction industry, he was essential in the completion of the rodeo arena stands. He contributed to the organization's many rodeo festivities during his time with the Association. Galo married Cruz Sandoval on June 22, 1941 celebrating 68 years of marriage before she passed away at the age of 93 in 2008. In 1964 he purchased a building that was built in the early 1900's, previously known as the Thomas Boarding and Day School for girls in 1917. With his immense knowledge of construction, he remodeled this building into a home for his family, and a hair salon for his wife. In 1985 he renovated part of the building into two party rooms for rent, which is still in operation today. He is survived by his four children: Rose Marie Castillo, Ricardo Joseph Castillo Karen, Adonis Galo Castillo, and Elizabeth Ann Castillo-Bailey Stephen; grandchildren: Angelic Bobby, Anjanette, Regina Louise Daniel, Christine Kevin Stephen Richard, Sarah Elizabeth, Elena Marie Kevin, Adonis Galo II Erica, and Charles Aaron; great-grandchildren: Christopher, Cruz, Francis, Daniel, Noah, Alexis, Sierra, Joshua Aiden, Caleb Alexander, Aine, Bree, Kevin, Madeline, and Ben; including a heartwarming amount of nieces and nephews.

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Galo P Castillo

July 1, 1916 - November 4, 2014