Gabriel "Papo" Castilleja

Castilleja, Gabriel “Papo”, age 49, was born into eternal life on June 08, 2020. Beloved son of Jose and

Magdalena Castilleja. Recent resident of Oak Lawn and longtime native of Little Village where he was a

pillar in the community. Loving brother to Juan Castilleja (Julia), Jose “Meme” Castilleja (Jeanettte),

Magdalena Sofia (Lucio) Marin. Caring uncle to 4 nieces and a nephew. Griselda “Lala” Castilleja,

Anthony Castilleja, Sophia Castilleja, Hannah Marin, Madeline Marin and a great niece Julianna Castilleja.

Graduate of Farragut Career Academy, “Papo” had a passion for riding his Harley Davidson and especially

loved to “ride the curves”. He had a great sense of humor and was known for his famous one finger

salute as a loving gesture. With his tall stance and strong posture, he held a presence that made others

feel safe and protected but that didn’t take away from paying special attention to the meaningful details

that made others feel loved and special.

As a result of his magnetic personality, he had many friends of all backgrounds and ages. He was highly

regarded and respected by many who looked up to him as an example of strength and courage. His

sense of humor made everything moment fun. “PAPO” will be greatly missed, but will always be an

enormous part of our life and remain in our heart.