Birth date: Jul 16, 1946 Death date: Jan 31, 2026
Carmen Castro, 79, of Lemon Grove, California, passed away on January 30, 2026. Born on July 16, 1946, in Chihuahua, Mexico, she immigrated to El Paso, Texas, as a teenager. In later years, she made her home in Lemon Grove, Calif Read Obituary
My mother was the definition of love in its purest form. She was kind in ways that words can hardly describe, always putting others before herself without ever expecting anything in return. Her heart was gentle, her spirit was strong, and her love was the foundation of my life.
She had a beautiful sense of humor that could light up even the darkest days. No matter what she was going through, she always found a way to make us smile. Her laughter was a sound I will carry with me forever.
Even in her last days, when she was facing so much, she never stopped caring about others. She was still willing to help, still thinking of everyone else before herself. That was who she was selfless, loving, and incredibly strong.
She taught me what kindness looked like in action. She showed me how to love deeply, how to give freely, and how to stay strong even when life was hard. Everything good in me began with her.
I am forever grateful that she was my mother. Her love will always guide me, and her memory will always live in my heart.
