Birth date: Jan 20, 1964 Death date: Jan 19, 2017
Marvin Castro, 52, of Millbrae died January 19, 2017 from multiple organ failure during his five month stay in the Intensive Care Unit of Kaiser in South San Francisco.Marvin was born at Kaiser in San Francisco to Luis and Rosa Ca Read Obituary
So saddened to hear of your passing. My family and I will always treasure our fond memories of family meals and quality time shared at Mi Tequila. Sending prayers, love and gratitude for creating such a wonderful place for us to come together in. Love and blessings to your friends and family. God bless you Marvin.
My dear Marvin, how far God has taken you, far from the Pain and Suffering, until there a strong hug sent you a kiss, I know that you will be watching very closely all those who leave here, waiting to meet you again In the wonderful place where God keeps each of his children, I know that I’ll see you again, please give my greetings to my daddy, give him a kiss from me, tell him that I really miss him very much. To the family; Aunts, aunts, uncles, the whole family in general, I truly join with their pain, may Peace and love of God reign in their hearts and the knowledge that they will no longer see him suffer is his strength, that the Holy Spirit of God Be giving them that comfort, that only he can give. Hugs. Claudia Aragón
A heartfelt eulogy for my best friend, Marvin Edgar Castro January 26, 2017 Marv and I met during our first class, of our first morning, of 7th Grade. As we soon noticed that day that we shared several classes, I seem to recall saying, ?Well? I guess we?re supposed to be friends!? We quickly realized that, among other things, we shared loves of music, humor, sarcasm, and drawing cartoons. Soon enough, we introduced our parents, and thereafter, siblings, cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents, &etc. We all became extended family. My side all knows Marvin, and vice versa. At the time, when we were young, we sort of looked alike too, to the extent that teachers ? and even, once, Marvin?s beloved aunt, Ana Gloria, for a moment from behind, got us confused. In fact, as I so looked up to him, I took that as a high compliment. In time we brought other friends into our tight-knit circle, 3 in particular remaining today ? Keith, Jeff, and Sean. Together we?d experience teachers, girlfriends, concerts, cars, movies, holidays, graduations, birthdays, playoffs, and other teen & young adult rites of passage. Who could forget, of course, those legendary Superbowl parties at the Castros? home on Somerset Drive? Eventually, we?d introduce wives and children too. For 40 years ? since that long-ago September morning in classroom #2 at Ralston Intermediate School, Marv & I have been soulmates, goofballs, partners in crime, brothers, and best friends. But that?s the thing about Marvin? He?s so nice, and SO genuine, that EVERYONE considers him their longtime Best Friend!!!! I have a few?. But who knows, he probably has Forty or Fifty!!! In any event. If you?d asked me back in 7th Grade, or at Carlmont High, or San Francisco State (where Marv joined me for 1 or 2 semesters) ? or at any moment in the 3 decades since ? I certainly couldn?t have seen this day coming. That Marv has left us at such a young & tender age is not only unfair and a tragedy for his family ? Geno, Stephanie, Daniella, Julie, Rosa & Luis, Louis & family; Vicky, Karla, Lorraine, Ana, and all the cousins ? and of course all the rest of us who knew and loved him. But, of course, it makes our time and memories together only that more precious. I?m grateful that Marv & I had opportunity to travel together. From shared Castro family trips to Tahoe, to annual returns during high school & college for January snow days, to the epic trip we shared during college to my native East Coast ? my hometown of Buffalo, across the Canadian border to Toronto, and, of course, to New York City, spawning dear and hilarious(!!) memories. That we lived for 2 weeks on the road together without a single disagreement, clued me in for the first time that ours was a platonic marriage that truly worked. Our deep friendship really helped pull this lonesome, displaced East Coaster, up and into renewed life as a happy & settled Californian. As memories and laughs swirl in my head, one thing is clear. Marvin was a uniquely special person, with the ability to uplift all in his sphere. Today I?m relieved and happy Marvin is no longer suffering and in pain, and is instead bathed in the warm company of his Lord. That said?. We love and miss you, pal. Today and always.
Carol and I were saddened to hear of Marvin’s passing and would like to offer our condolences to the Castro family. I met Marvin in 2002 prior to Carol and I getting married in 2003 and we enjoyed many delicious meals and margaritas at Mi Tequila prior to our retirement and relocation back to Illinois in June 2013. Marvin was always a gracious host and we got to be regular Friday night diners in the 10 years we lived in Pacifica. We celebrated many birthdays and anniversaries there with family and friends. In 2007 we hosted a reunion in Pacifica for my Marine unit I served with in 64-65 and all 50 of us went to Mi Tequila on a Thursday night, As usual the food was superb and a few people in our group who continued sight seeing in the bay area made a special point of going back to Mi Tequila prior to catching their flights home. Marvin was always smiling and took time to say hello, even when he was busy cooking in the kitchen and I would stick my head in and say Hi. We will always have fond memories of Marvin and hold a special place in our heart for him, as I am sure so many others do. RIP dear friend. We love you and miss you.
We will miss that beautiful smile as he greeted us every time we walked into Mi Tequila. What a truly wonderful person!!!! Prayers and positive thoughts to his beautiful family. Mary, Elizabeth and Drew Ontano
Marvin was my very own personal superhero. He was the most genuine, compassionate, kind, humble, supportive, and hardest working man I have ever had the pleasure of working with. We shared so many laughs, tears, and frustrated screams in those receiving walk-ins and our fishbowl of an office. I will always cherish the bond that we were able to share throughout the past few years. You will forever be in my heart
My dear Marvin, you were a true gem to this world and the people around you. Your kindness, love for others and witty sense of humor will be missed, you were a blessing to all of us and I will miss you dearly but will always carry your memories in my heart. Thank you for your friendship and the time we spent together, I will cherish those moments forever! My love to you and your family, god bless you my dear friend ❤️ Emmanuel
Marvin Castro, you will always be in our hearts and part of our special memories. God bless you and keep you on your heavenly journey. Our love to Rosie, Luis, Louis and many loved ones: there are so many of you because of Marvin’s influence in your lives. He will always be a guiding force. Amen.
So very sad to see you go my friend. I can’t imagine living life with out you in it. Thanks for all the great memories. Best wishes to you & your family Marvin. Sean B. Perkins
Over the few years of having the pleasure to work with Marvin- words cannot express the bond we have formed over the many storeroom talks, life lessons and both the laughs and tears of life. I will always remember the deep conversations we had while I sat on boxes and spoke to you while you attentitivly listened to both my problems and my achievements. I am ever so grateful for the conversations we shared. You taught me to listen. Forever in our memories Good vibes and well wishes to the Castro family. Lots of love Marrrrrrrrrrrrrvin – you rest.
