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M. Luis Castro, 74

February 12, 2016

M. Luis Castro, 74, of Lancaster, passed away at Suburban Mercy Hospital, Norristown, following a brief illness, on Friday, February 12, 2016. Born in Yabuccoa, PR, he was the son of the late Alejo Ontiz and Lucia Castro. Luis was the husband of the late Felicita Castro who died in 2003.
Luis was a car detailer and had retired from Saturn of Lancaster. Luis was of the Evangelical faith. He enjoyed going to the casinos, traveling, playing dominos, and loved music and dancing. More than anything he loved spending time with his family.
Luis is survived by 2 children: Isamael Colon, of New Jersey and Maira Castro of Lancaster; 5 step children: Justo Gallardo, of Lancaster; Carlos Gallardo, of Lancaster; Rita Cintron, of Wisconsin; Betzaida Clemente, of Wisconsin; and Edwin Gallardo, of Wisconsin. He is also survived by 19 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a step daughter, Maria V. Rosa.
A Viewing for Luis will be held from 7-9PM, Monday, February 15, 2016, at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 414 E. King St., Lancaster, PA 17602. Funeral Services will begin at 8PM at the funeral home.

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February 15, 2016

I am very sorry to read of your family’s loss. May the God of all comfort, peace and tender mercies be with you. (2 Cor. 1:3, 4) Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

February 14, 2016

Luis was a very friendly neighbor.  Steve and I will miss him very much.  We enjoyed out chats outside and he was a happy person who enjoyed life to the fullest and loved his family!  God bless you all and you are in our prayers.  Very glad to have gotten to know zluis.   Love your neighbors Barb and Steve Lassahn

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Monday, February 15, 2016
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
414 East King Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
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