Manuel Castro December 8, 1937 – April 15, 2022
Manuel Castro passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Northern Inyo Hospital on
April 15, 2022.
Manuel was born on December 8, 1936 to Dolores and Jesus Castro. The youngest son to a large family,
he was the favorite. As a young adult he became the protector of his family.
Manual grew up in the Owens Valley where he spent his youth hunting and fishing with his father and
passed down his knowledge to his wife and daughters, son-in-laws, nieces and nephews.
He graduated from Lone Pine High School in 1956 and then began working for PPG as a plant oiler. In
1960, Manuel was drafted but was relieved of military duties due to being the sole male and provider
for his mother and nieces. Manuel began working for the Dolomite mine in 1961 where he started as
laborer and then as the superintendent up until the time of his death.
Manuel was passionate about hunting and fishing. He spent many years as a guide at the Lone Pine
Pheasant Club and was known for having “the best damned hunting dog that the pheasant club ever
saw.” His true passion was his wife Linda and his family. He worked hard and sacrificed much to provide
for his family.
Dad was our rock and our hero. He taught us that family came first. He had the best sense of humor and
a quick wit. He never failed to make us laugh. He was a kind and loving man always ready to lend a hand
to someone in need.
Manuel was proceeded in death by his parents Jesus and Dolores, sisters Geneva, Ruby, Mercy, Carmen,
and brothers David and Tony.
Manuel is survived by the love of his life of 61 years Linda; daughters Lola (Andy) Marsh, Tina (Chris)
Yocum, Dorie Perez, Crystal (Rick) Berrios; grandchildren Andy Jr., Austin and Angelina Marsh; Ian, Ryan
and Sierra Redfox; Joseph and Manuel Ruiz; Isabella, August, Bianca, and Caprice Berrios; many great
grandchildren; sister Rosa Roarke and many special nieces and nephews. Please forgive us if we have
left anyone out; we have a big family and Manuel is well loved by so many.
Dad, you will be deeply missed and our hearts are heavy without you. We are so lucky to be able to call
you husband, father, grandpa, uncle, and friend. We are thankful to have had this time on earth with
you.
The family would like to thank the staff of Northern Inyo Hospital for their kindness and the care that
was given to Manuel. A special thank you to Steffany McMurtie for showing so much care and
compassion to both Manuel and Linda.
To My Sweet Honey Man – I am one of the lucky few to have shared a lifetime of happiness and love for
over 60 years. You are my heart. Until we meet again, Linda❤.
GONE FISHING
If someone should ask for me,
tell ’em heaven is where I’ll be.
I’ve finished all my life’s chores,
and now I fish on heaven’s shores.
The view is grand and the fishing’s great,
but I yearn for you as I wait.
I’ll save a spot on the rivers bend,
for all those I call family and friend.
But for now, head to the Manistee
and make a cast in memory,
to all the good times that you had,
with me- your husband, your friend, your grandpa…your dad.
And if the fish no longer bite
or seem no longer worth the fight,
’cause it’s me that you are missin’,
don’t worry – be happy – I’ve gone fishin’.
Pallbearers:
Rick Berrios
Chris Yocum
Andy Marsh
Andy Marsh, Jr.
Manuel Ruiz
August Berrios
Austin Marsh
Dean Chavez
Honorary Pallbearers:
Dan Hardwick
Ian Redfox
Ryan Redfox
Joseph Ruiz
Jesse is a media content creator and film maker from the Eastern Sierra.
