Francis Marion Castle Obituary

It is with sadness that the passing of Francis Marion Castle (Surprise, Arizona) is shared. Francis, born on February 5, 1935 in Sumner, Washington, passed away on August 2, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Francis will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Francis by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Francis is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Francis’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.

He is survived by: his former wife Joanne Shepherd; his children, Lori Cruz and Bill Castle; his wife Val; and his stepdaughter Cyndi Haupt. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.

Memorials to New Song Methodist Church or to the Castle Family Scholarship Fund at our alma mater are suggested.