Frank Gutierrez Castillo

Frank Gutierrez Castillo, 72, passed away Friday, April 1, 2016 in Eagar at his home, with his family by his side. He was born December 4, 1943 in Kingman, the son of Florencio Castillo and Santana Gutierrez Castillo. Frank was an engine foreman and also worked in wildlife for the U S Forest Service, retiring in 1994. He lived in Round Valley most of his life. Frank was a very resourceful and creative person. His eagle eyes not only found wildlife, but also found the beauty in everyday things. His love of the Round Valley area showed in his work for the forest service, hunting and silversmithing. Frank served his country in the United State Army from 1963-1966. He was always good for a laugh and you could almost guarantee you’d find him with the love of his life, Mollie or walking in the woods. He was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather and a good friend. Frank is survived by his sons, Frank A. (Jeanie) Castillo, Missoula, Montana; Cory (Pamela) Jaramillo, Eagar; Darren Jaramillo, Mesa; brother, Manuel (Lee) Castillo, Eagar; sister, Annie Castillo, Oracle; grandchildren, Claire Marie Castillo, Missoula, Montana; Darrienne Jaramillo, Springerville; April (Luke) Eagar, Eagar; Durand (Ashley) Jaramillo, Eagar; Niko Jaramillo, Eagar; Zach Jaramillo, Eagar; and great grandchildren, Beau, Kody, Reagan and Ryan. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Mollie J. Castillo and brothers, Pete G. Castillo and Florencio Abel “Crow” Castillo. A Graveside Service will be held Saturday, April 23, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Springerville Cemetery with a Celebration of Life immediately following at the VFW in Eagar.