Jose Rolando Castro Sr.
June 22, 1943 — December 8, 2020
JOSE ROLANDO CASTRO SR.
Jose Rolando Castro Sr., a retired auto salesman of 33 years and longtime resident of West Palm Beach, passed unexpectedly on Tuesday December 8, 2020 at the age of 77.
Jose is survived by his fiance Betty Mangifesta, his children, Yolanda Ormsby, Arlene Chapman, Jose Castro Jr. and Lori Gray. He is predeceased by his brothers Trinidad Castro, Roy Castro, and his sister Olga C. Garcia. He is also survived by his loving
grandchildren Nick Bateson, Amanda Bateson-Torruella, Katelyn Chapman, Sean Chapman, Mikayla Castro, and Alyson Gray, Kyla Gray, Landen Gray and Brantley Gray.
Jose was born in La Grulla, Texas on June 22, 1943 to Jose Castro and Micaela Contreras. He graduated from Berry University with a bachelor's degree in business .He began his career as a Sheriff's Deputy in West Palm Beach and then finished his career as a very successful businessman in the auto industry.
Jose was a devoted father, grandfather, brother and fiance. He had a heart of gold, never met a stranger, and helped anyone in need at the drop of a hat. He never hesitated to open his heart.
He was an active officer of The Moose Lodge Legion #197 in Lake Worth, FL and member of 17 years. He has also been an active member of Elks Lodge #1352 in West Palm Beach, FL for the last 12 years.
Jose loved to travel, he visited many countries, such as Spain, Costa Rica, Peru, Mexico and Panama to list a few. He was well known and loved in the community and touched many hearts with his love for conversation and wisdom. He was a problem solver and
enjoyed working on projects around the house and for others.
He was an active member of The Holy Jesus Catholic Church, and had a passion for the Lord.
Funeral services to be determined at a later time. Please check back for updates. If you would like to be notified when services are scheduled or any other inquiries, please email your contact info to his daughter Lori at francislilyboutique@gmail.com .
Jose Rolando Castro Sr., a retired auto salesman of 33 years and longtime resident of West Palm Beach, passed unexpectedly on Tuesday December 8, 2020 at the age of 77.
Jose is survived by his fiance Betty Mangifesta, his children, Yolanda Ormsby, Arlene Chapman, Jose Castro Jr. and Lori Gray. He is predeceased by his brothers Trinidad Castro, Roy Castro, and his sister Olga C. Garcia. He is also survived by his loving
grandchildren Nick Bateson, Amanda Bateson-Torruella, Katelyn Chapman, Sean Chapman, Mikayla Castro, and Alyson Gray, Kyla Gray, Landen Gray and Brantley Gray.
Jose was born in La Grulla, Texas on June 22, 1943 to Jose Castro and Micaela Contreras. He graduated from Berry University with a bachelor's degree in business .He began his career as a Sheriff's Deputy in West Palm Beach and then finished his career as a very successful businessman in the auto industry.
Jose was a devoted father, grandfather, brother and fiance. He had a heart of gold, never met a stranger, and helped anyone in need at the drop of a hat. He never hesitated to open his heart.
He was an active officer of The Moose Lodge Legion #197 in Lake Worth, FL and member of 17 years. He has also been an active member of Elks Lodge #1352 in West Palm Beach, FL for the last 12 years.
Jose loved to travel, he visited many countries, such as Spain, Costa Rica, Peru, Mexico and Panama to list a few. He was well known and loved in the community and touched many hearts with his love for conversation and wisdom. He was a problem solver and
enjoyed working on projects around the house and for others.
He was an active member of The Holy Jesus Catholic Church, and had a passion for the Lord.
Funeral services to be determined at a later time. Please check back for updates. If you would like to be notified when services are scheduled or any other inquiries, please email your contact info to his daughter Lori at francislilyboutique@gmail.com .
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