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Howard Castay Obituary

A native of New Orleans Louisiana and a resident of The Greens at Pelican Point (Gonzales), peacefully passed away at The Carpenter House in Baton Rouge on Wednesday, Nov 7. He was 77. Howard was preceded in death by a son, Brian David Castay. His mother and father, Harold Theodore Castay and Lois Wade Castay Herrs, and brothers Louis and Wayne Castay. Howard is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Margaret Estelle Miller Castay, his daughter, Allison Margaret Castay, and son Howard J. Castay, Jr., (wife Darlene Loupe Castay). He is also survived by two grandsons, Jason and John Arceneaux, a granddaughter, Chastity Arceneaux, and five great-grandchildren: Samantha and Madison DeHart, and Ty, Braeden and Anna Arceneaux. Survived by numerous cousins and special friends: Fr. Anthony White, Richard Rivers, Mike Savoie, John Riley and Travis Cancienne, Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation on Friday, November 9th, at St. Anthony Catholic Church 37303 Hwy 22, Darrow, La., from 9am to 11am. Funeral Mass of Christian Burial to follow. Interment will follow in Oak Lane Memorial Park, 15304 Hwy 73 Prairieville, La. Celebration of Life to follow at The Greens of Pelican Point Community Center, (for directions call 985-312-2154). To offer condolences to the family, please visit www.oursofh.com. Flowers of appreciation are welcome, also donations in memory of Howard to The Carpenter House, 10615 Jefferson Highway, BR,LA 70809.

Published by The Advocate from Nov. 7 to Nov. 9, 2012.
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Margaret my deepest sympathy to you and your family on Howard's passing. I have thought of you often over the years and wondered how you and Howard were doing. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Sincerely, Bennierita Smith (Bennie)

November 13, 2012

Margaret and family,My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Howard was always a favorite of my Grandmother "Aunt Gaga". I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Your cousin, Pat Ernst Fabra

Pat Ernst Fabra

November 12, 2012

May his journey to our Father be blessed. ... Aunt Margaret, Howard and Allison, my prayers will be with you all and your family.

Laurie Castay Levitt

November 11, 2012

Margaret, We are here when you need us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Martha & Tom Cooper

November 9, 2012

Margaret, Allison, Howard Jr., Ellen, Bob, and all of Howard's family. I am so very sorry for your loss of Howard. He and I are first Cousins. I wanted very much to attend the services for Howard and to see all of you today, but my Diabetes has me in bed and prevented me from driving. I will say prayers for Howard, may he rest in peace
Love to all,
Frank Albert Ricks III

Frank Ricks

November 9, 2012

My Condolences Aunt Margaret, Howie, Allison, & Family , Fogive me my presence not there, my thoughts are with you as I shed a tear as another member of my family has past to join the others God bless us all

thomas Castay

November 9, 2012

To the Castay family, May God continue to be your strength in this time of difficult. You have my Sincere Prayers,and God bless you All.

Jonathan Singleton

November 9, 2012

Margaret: Memories of love and friendship are treasures to carry with you always. Hold on to your memories and let them guide you during this time of sadness.

Joe Spano

November 9, 2012

Willie&Pearl Rack

November 8, 2012

To:Brother Howard Castay Jr. & Sis. Darlene, You have our deepest sympathy in the homegoing of your Father. With Love and prayers, Sis. Gloria Hebert & family

November 8, 2012

Howard, I am praying for you and your family at this difficult time. With deepest sympathies,
Angela Harrington

November 8, 2012

I was sorry to hear about Mr. Castay. My thoughts are with you Mrs. Castay and family

Monica Goodreaux

November 8, 2012

Louis and Cindy Anderson Vedros

November 8, 2012

Margaret, Allison, Howard, and Darlene, Our deepest sympathies go to all of you on this sad day. I remember Howard Sr. as a loving husband and father, and someone who loved life. He laughed a lot. I remember having good times with him, you, Margaret, and everyone else. May God bless all of you, including him. I know he is now in a much happier place. In Christian love, Cindy & Louis

Cindy Anderson

November 8, 2012

With loving memories of our beloved cousin, Howard, we send our deepest sympathy to Margaret and your family. Although miles have come between us in recent years, know that you all have a home in our hearts. Howard, we praise God knowing that you are at peace in His presence. We love you. Janet & Richard

Janet Ricks & Richard Alfortish

November 8, 2012

Our prayers are with you and your family in this season. Our prayer for to you is John Ch. 14 vs. 1-7. The Robinson Fly.

Clarence Robinson, Jr.

November 8, 2012

Margaret, So sorry to hear about Howard. Our prayers are with you.

Theresa and Mark Neckameyer

November 8, 2012

You have our deepest sympathies on the passing of Mr. Howard. All our thoughts, love and prayers are with you now. Peggy and Wayne

November 8, 2012

Our prayers and thoughts are with you Margaret and your family.
Jim and Gabriella Hunter

November 8, 2012

Margaret
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jan Jaekle

November 8, 2012

Howard and Family,
Please accept my sympathy for the loss of Howard Sr. If I can do anything, please ask.

Mary Blue

November 8, 2012

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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