Valentin Castillo Medero   

     Valentin Castillo Medero, 88 of Lorain died on Sunday, March 1, 2009 at Community Health Partners Regional Medical Center in Lorain, unexpectedly. 

     Mr. Medero was born in Carolina, PR on November 3, 1920, the son of the late Simon Castillo and Juana Medero. He has lived in the Lorain area since 1951.

     He owned and operated Val's Excavating in Lorain for 29 years retiring in 2002. He worked also for the former Milad Chevrolet/Olds.

     Mr. Medero is survived by daughter Zoraida (Robert) Cruzado of Lorain, Rosanna (Wally) Castillo Griffith of Ramsey, NJ, son Valentin Castillo, Pedro J (Jolan) Castillo, and Miguel Castillo all of Lorain, He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren.

     In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister Rafaela Cedres.

     Services were private. Schwartz, Spence, Boyer & Cool Home For Funerals, 1124 W. 5th Street, Lorain, is handling the arrangements.

     The family suggest that memorial contributions may be made to Animal Protective League of Lorain County 8303 Murray Ridge Road Elyria, OH 44035.
 

CONDOLENCES

From:        Edwin Velasquez
Relation:    Friend

Dear Castillo Family,
          So sorry for your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
                            Sincerely ,
                         Edwin Velasquez

From:        Nelson Soto
Relation:  

My deepest condolences on the passing of Val.
Thinking of you during these difficult times!
Nelson Soto (Denver, Colorado)

From:        Amelia Rivera
Relation:    Friend

I found out today that a very good friend of mine passed away.  What can you say when this man not only was a friend but he was like a father to me.  I am so lucky to met him and shared his company for many years.  He did so much for me and i feel like i failed him when i moved away from him to live in Florida...He was so lonely... Please, please, please forgive me!!! I still can see him waving at me and saying please drive carefully. That hurts so much!!!. I have so many good memories of him that will last with me forever.  He was the best friend i could ever have.  I will miss him so much!!!  Please rest in peace my friend. I love you my friend and I will see you again!!!

Love you forever,

Amelia (Meline for him)