Service Details
Services celebrating Mary’s life will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at 9:00 am. Interment will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Hwy 32. A reception will follow.
Visitation will be in the funeral home on Friday from 4:00 – 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 8:00 – 9:00 am.
Racine – Mary Margaret (nee: Mortenson) Castillo, age 67, passed away peacefully at home, with family at her side, on Friday, April 30, 2021. Mary was diagnosed with breast cancer 12 years ago – fought diligently for two years and had 10 years of remission, before it came back just a few months ago.
Mary was born in La Crosse, WI on May 9, 1953 to the late Edward and Dorothy (nee: Karis) Mortenson. She was a 1971 graduate of Mary D. Bradford High School and went on to earn a degree in accounting from Gateway Technical College. While at Gateway, Mary met the love of her life, Reynaldo “Ray” Castillo. They were united in marriage on July 18, 1973.
Mary was employed in the accounting department at Ganton Technologies and, later, by L&S Electric, from where she retired. Among her interests, Mary enjoyed tending to her beautiful flower gardens, had a great eye for decorating, and was always on the search for a “great deal” at local thrift stores. Above all, Mary was all about her family. She was happiest while spending time with all of her loved ones.
Surviving are her loving husband of 47 years, Ray; children, Tony (Carrie) Castillo, Christopher Castillo and Jenny (Liz Turnes) Castillo; grandchildren, Ruben (Joodeth Cuevas) Castillo, Marissa (Brandon Johnson) Castillo, Kyle (Melissa) Chernouski, Nicola Chernouski and Ryan Anderson; great-grandchildren, Addison, Jackson, Makaya, Myles, Jayda and Toryn; sisters, Karen (Tony) Cline, Sandra (Todd) Hermann, Renee (Jeff) Johnson and Barbara (Greg) Jaeger; brother-in-law, Ricardo (Gloria) Castillo; nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends – too numerous to mention all by name.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her brothers, Michael (Kathy) Mortenson and James Mortenson.
Services celebrating Mary’s life will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at 9:00 am. Interment will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Hwy 32. A reception will follow. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Friday from 4:00 – 7:00 pm and on Saturday from 8:00 – 9:00 am.
A heartfelt note of thanks to Dr. Michael Mullane & staff, Aurora Cancer Center, Advocate Aurora Hospice & Palliative Care for the compassionate care & support given in Mary’s time of need. May God bless all of you!
Sharon Johanek says
Chris,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. I know family is very important to you. It’s hard to lose someone so close to you. Lean on family and good friends at this time in your life. Also remember all the great memories that will always be in your heart now and forever ♥
Your in my thoughts
Love you sharon
Vanissa Kirk says
Chris I am so sorry for your loss. Losing someone you truely love is never easy. I pray the God gives you the strength and comfort you need to get through. Sending my love and prayers.
Sincerely,
Vanissa
Christopher Castillo says
Love you Mom!
Mary E. Venegas says
Chris, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Mother. Sending YOU Healing Prayers of comfort in this time of need.
Tonya Walsh says
Chris, my heart is heavy for you my friend. Stay positive and strong! When you catch your breathe come to my family home in Kentucky, bring your son and your sister.
Always friends to the end,
Love Tonya Walsh
Carrie Counts says
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. Mary was such a remarkable person whose was so loved and trusted. Hugs to all.
Jodi Castillo and Family says
Beautiful Aunt Mary, May you rest with God🙏. We love you so much. ❤️ To my cousins and uncle Ray, I’m sending my prayers and hugs to you all. I’m so sorry. Love you.
Anonymous says
Ray, please accept my deepest sympathy. May Mary now rest in peace. Your friend from Surprise Arizona Jim & Marilyn Eisenhut