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MARY A. CASTEEL
October 2, 1956 ~ March 9, 2015

Mary A. Casteel, 58, of Vancouver, WA, lost her fight with cancer March 9th, 2015 at 7:23 p.m. in San Diego, CA. At her side were her husband, Tracy; daughter, Kelly; and brothers, Eddie and Alvin.
Mary is survived by her bestest buddy and grandson, Jace; husband of 25 years, Tracy; daughter, Kelly; sons, Robert and Timothy; as well as her mother, Toots; and brothers, Mark, David, Eddie and Alvin.
Church services will be held Sat., March 28th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Johns Catholic Church, 8701 NE 119th St., Vancouver, WA 98662. A Celebration of Life and pot luck to be held the following day at Lewisville Park at 12:00p.m.
Please sign her guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Mar. 22, 2015.
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Mary you will be so missed but never forgotten. I will cherish the memories of times us girls had hanging out.Always you having a smile on your face. Thank you for being there for me...we love you.

Ann Taylor (Flohaug)

March 30, 2015

I'm so sorry to read on here about Mary. I met her many years ago thru my friend, Mich. I know Mary and Mich are having a great reunion right now. My thoughts are with Mary's family and friends.

Roxie Townsell

March 28, 2015

You have my deepest sympathy. May the God of loyal love comfort you and the family during your time of sorrow. Psalm 119:76

March 27, 2015

Not seen you in many years but will always remember our friendship. Rest In Peace

sherry wellwood

March 25, 2015

Thank you Mary for your friendship. You will be forever missed.

Lisa Miller

March 24, 2015

I didn't know you well.. but met you through a mutual friend.. 16 months ago you brought me and our friend back together after many years.. and I want to Thank-You for that.. even though I'm sure you already know..You went to Bay with three of my sisters..but I have fond memories of you and won't forget what a kind woman you were to me... RIP Mary..

Susan Price-Taylor

March 24, 2015

Im still in shock that you are truly gone. I guarantee you will never be forgotten. You touched so many peoples hearts and were a true friend of mine for over 40 years. I love you Mary Casteel and will miss you every day. Hope you and Shannon are tearing it up......MUCH LOVE MY FRIEND

Cecilia Kuchabsky

March 24, 2015

Love and miss you.

Kristine Hawes

March 23, 2015

I'm so sorry to hear about Mary. My heart goes out to all of her friends and family. My condolences to all of you. Rest in peace Mary.

Jo Bradford

March 23, 2015

you have been my dearest friend for 47 yrs and i cant imagine my life without you in it. I Love You and will Miss you for the rest of my life

karen Lowery

March 22, 2015

I'm sad your gone, but happy you no longer have to feel pain. Thank you for your friendship, unconditional love and many great memories! It didn't matter how long it had been since we talked last, we always picked right back up as if we just seen each other yesterday. Love you my friend.

Kim Denman

March 22, 2015

We love you Mary!! We love you Tracy!! and the whole family is in our prayer's today and forever.
Jay and Marty Hoag

March 22, 2015

Trista Braack (Patterson)

March 22, 2015

You are my best friend and always will be. I miss you so much Mary. Till we meet again. I love you.

Stella Stanfill

March 22, 2015

I am going to miss Mary. She left a huge imprint on my heart. Miss you sister in law.

Robyn Schakols

March 22, 2015

Love you so much Mary. You'll always be on my mind...cracking jokes and helping push Robbie & myself to reach or goals. I know you'll be there at the potluck. Making that pasta salad you always used to make. :) Thank you for always being there..and now always being near. Love you Mary.

Ashley Swanson

March 22, 2015

Rest in peace Mary, you will forever be in my heart

Michelle Tanner

March 22, 2015

I will miss you for the rest of my days

annie baker

March 22, 2015

She is going to be missed very much. I remember her and Annie myself and my husband going horseback riding in the greval pit in orchard it was a lot of fun miss those days. My prayers go out to family and friend and anyone that she let into her life. She was a great lady love and miss you so much.

Stacie Cole

March 22, 2015

You were my best friend and always will be. I miss you so much. Love you Mary.

Stella Stanfill

March 22, 2015

So many good memories. There is so much learned from you. One of my fondest memories is when u taught me how to whistle. U never gave up on us mom. U are and forever will be my hero, and you will forever will be in my heart

timothy spence

March 22, 2015

To my longtime friend that was always happy ... Always concerned about me and my child.. And always joking about something ...know that I miss you so much... See you when my numbers up ..love you ...rest in peace! :)

Deno

March 22, 2015

Praying for comfort to all who knew and love Mary

Ruth Maxwell

March 22, 2015

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