Candida Castro's Obituary
Candida Castro, age 80, a Fort Myers, FL resident since 2004, formerly of Brooklyn, NY passed away at her residence on Friday, October 11, 2019. She was born to the late Pablo and Rita Crespo, September 27, 1939 in Aquadilla, Puerto Rico.After completing her studies in Early Childhood Development, Candida worked as a Teacher for the Salvation Army for 20+ years. Candida was a loving wife & mother. Those close to her knew of her immense love and pride she had for her family. Candy’s home was a gathering place for all those, be it family or friends…. she was a mother to all. You were always welcomed in her home as well as her table, where a meal was always extended to all. She leaves behind nothing but Beautiful memories. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Ruben Castro and her brother, Paul Crespo and her beloved pet, Tutu.Survivors include her loving children, Daisy Ann Castro of Ft. Myers, FL and Ruben Castro Jr. (Migdalia) of Ft. Myers, FL; three sisters, Maria Poliard of Ft. Myers, FL, Margie Arce of Connecticut and Priscilla Crespo of West Palm Beach, FL; two grandchildren, Ruben (Rocky) and Ian; as well as her beloved pet, Mia.Services for Candida will be held privately.Arrangements for final care have been entrusted to Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 1589 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, Florida 33907, (239) 936-0555. To share a story or photo, leave a tribute or to offer a condolence at this difficult time please visit www.fortmyersmemorial.com and sign the guestbook.
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