Arturo “Art” Castro
April 20th, 1961 - December 17th, 2025
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Art's Obituary
On December 17, 2025, Art Castro passed away peacefully at home in Grand Junction, Michigan. He was a dearly loved husband, father, brother, uncle, long-time Respiratory Therapist, and a firmly faithful person.
Survived by his wife Sandra Castro, his son Michael Castro, his brothers Antonio and Albert (Norma), his nieces Cristina and Jasmin, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Preceded in death by his father, Augustin Castro, and his mother, Felipa Castro.
A public celebration of life will be held at Life Bridge Church of South Haven on Saturday, January 10th, at 11:00 AM. Please consider wearing his favorite color, blue, to the memorial.
A separate celebration of life service will be held in San Diego. The date has yet to be decided, but it will occur within the last 2 weeks of January.
The oldest of three brothers, Art was born in Los Angeles, CA, in 1961 to Augustin and Felipa Castro.
Married to his high school sweetheart, Sandra (Sandi) Castro, in 1991. They have one son, Michael Castro, born in 1996.
Growing up in San Diego, Art had a deep love for reading. He was always buried in a book- so much so that his brothers affectionately called him a "bookworm". Many of the stories he read later became movies, but Art always preferred the books because they let him imagine the details in his own way.
He enjoyed a variety of hobbies, including a strong passion for movies. He would always want to see the latest movies, but he would also find time to revisit old films that had touched his heart over the years. He would collect various movie posters, figurines, comic books, trading cards, and even vinyl's. Music was another big part of his life and a comfort to him; both playing and listening were favorite pastimes.
He had a love for travel that started after high school, traveling to Europe and using the Eurorail to move from country to country. Later, he took various trips with his family to Mexico, Malaysia, Japan, Indonesia, Spain, Bulgaria, Israel, and Jordan. Every time he returned from a trip, he brought souvenirs to showcase in his house and room, showing off his interest in the various cultures, he encountered lately.
After his time traveling in Europe, Art pursued the next step in his education and went to college. He went down the medical path, eventually graduating and becoming a registered
Respiratory Therapist, specializing in sleep disorders.
Art was a kind man, faithful friend, and valued colleague. Always trying to get to know everyone at his workplace and be on good terms. He never met a stranger and was comfortable in any environment he found himself in. Because of this, Art brought joy to many people's lives, from the everyday to the passing moment.
Art’s faith led him to be proactive within his church community. Volunteering to work in children's ministry was something he enjoyed, and the children enjoyed his presence. He also participated in short-term mission trips to Mexico, Indonesia, and Malaysia, where he and the team members spread the gospel to many people.
Art was a kind man, faithful friend, and valued colleague. Always trying to get to know everyone at his workplace and be on good terms. He never met a stranger and was comfortable in any environment he found himself in. Because of this, Art brought joy to many people's lives, from the everyday to the passing moment.
Art’s faith led him to be proactive within his church community. Volunteering to work in children's ministry was something he enjoyed, and the children enjoyed his presence. He also participated in short-term mission trips to Mexico, Indonesia, and Malaysia, where he and the team members spread the gospel to many people.
Survived by his wife Sandra Castro, his son Michael Castro, his brothers Antonio and Albert (Norma), his nieces Cristina and Jasmin, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Preceded in death by his father, Augustin Castro, and his mother, Felipa Castro.
A public celebration of life will be held at Life Bridge Church of South Haven on Saturday, January 10th, at 11:00 AM. Please consider wearing his favorite color, blue, to the memorial.
A separate celebration of life service will be held in San Diego. The date has yet to be decided, but it will occur within the last 2 weeks of January.
The oldest of three brothers, Art was born in Los Angeles, CA, in 1961 to Augustin and Felipa Castro.
Married to his high school sweetheart, Sandra (Sandi) Castro, in 1991. They have one son, Michael Castro, born in 1996.
Growing up in San Diego, Art had a deep love for reading. He was always buried in a book- so much so that his brothers affectionately called him a "bookworm". Many of the stories he read later became movies, but Art always preferred the books because they let him imagine the details in his own way.
He enjoyed a variety of hobbies, including a strong passion for movies. He would always want to see the latest movies, but he would also find time to revisit old films that had touched his heart over the years. He would collect various movie posters, figurines, comic books, trading cards, and even vinyl's. Music was another big part of his life and a comfort to him; both playing and listening were favorite pastimes.
He had a love for travel that started after high school, traveling to Europe and using the Eurorail to move from country to country. Later, he took various trips with his family to Mexico, Malaysia, Japan, Indonesia, Spain, Bulgaria, Israel, and Jordan. Every time he returned from a trip, he brought souvenirs to showcase in his house and room, showing off his interest in the various cultures, he encountered lately.
After his time traveling in Europe, Art pursued the next step in his education and went to college. He went down the medical path, eventually graduating and becoming a registered
Respiratory Therapist, specializing in sleep disorders.
Art was a kind man, faithful friend, and valued colleague. Always trying to get to know everyone at his workplace and be on good terms. He never met a stranger and was comfortable in any environment he found himself in. Because of this, Art brought joy to many people's lives, from the everyday to the passing moment.
Art’s faith led him to be proactive within his church community. Volunteering to work in children's ministry was something he enjoyed, and the children enjoyed his presence. He also participated in short-term mission trips to Mexico, Indonesia, and Malaysia, where he and the team members spread the gospel to many people.
Art was a kind man, faithful friend, and valued colleague. Always trying to get to know everyone at his workplace and be on good terms. He never met a stranger and was comfortable in any environment he found himself in. Because of this, Art brought joy to many people's lives, from the everyday to the passing moment.
Art’s faith led him to be proactive within his church community. Volunteering to work in children's ministry was something he enjoyed, and the children enjoyed his presence. He also participated in short-term mission trips to Mexico, Indonesia, and Malaysia, where he and the team members spread the gospel to many people.
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