Henry and Rose Castelino: January 2009

January 14, 2009
Dear friends and family,

My grandfather, Henry "Baab" Castelino passed away earlier this evening at 9:15 pm, due to what doctors believe was cardiac arrest. The nursing home that he and Nana reside in was on lock down since before Christmas due to a viral outbreak, so unfortunately, we were not able to visit them as often as usual. Baab had been in the hospital last week with pneumonia, but he was released back to the home today at 5 pm. We find comfort in the thought that God sent him back to see Nana one more time.

At 9 pm, we received a call from the nursing home, telling us that Baab was not doing well and that we should come over immediately. When we entered his room, Baab's heart was beating faintly, and soon stopped. We are so grateful to have been with him in his last moments.

Baab and Nana are the epitome of love. It was Baab's wish to go before Nana did, and it happened for him. He was firmly devoted to Our Lady, and Wednesday is Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena Day, so I'm sure he is with Her now.

Clayton and Esther had left early today for their two week trip to Egypt, and we were so dismayed about not being able to reach them, and how they would miss the funeral. However, Clayton called just a little while ago to say that their flight had been canceled due to a mechanical problem---they are still in town! What a blessing.

Crystal

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Tribute to my sister-in-law Rosy, from Mohan Prabhu

My first encounter with Rosy was long before my lat brother Henrybab met and married her. Rosy had just returned after the Second World War ended and Peace had been declared – that was about the year 1944. I saw her, her brother Mickey and Alicebai along with their father in my Aunt Juan akai’s main house which they had rented in Marnamkatta (Jeppoo, Mangalore). My first impression was that Rosy was a striking beauty, and that image remained me with to this day. Little did I imagine that she would become part of our family seven years later when my brother Henrybab fell in love with her!

As the prima donna of the Castelino family, Rosy has a place of eminence in our hearts and minds, which no one else has occupied to this day. She had wise counsel for all of us, especially to a hot headed person that I was, and a mediator when she sensed a little trouble.

My memory of Rosy of the 1940s was rekindled when I saw her picture in the family photograph with our parents and all siblings and bab’s whole family, which Sheila sent me very recently. This picture was taken a few years before I left India. What a beautiful person she was!

MAY ROSY’S SOUL REST IN ETERNAL PEACE!
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A Tribute to Rose from Charles Menezes

Rose Rego Castelino, helped me to raise donations to a new church namely #Stella Maris “ in the town of Malpe in the diocese of Mangalore D.K., which is a living monument of her help and the church.

God Bless Rose’s soul
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Dearest Lance, Allan, Roy and Ian

I am grieved to hear that your loving dad and our dearest elder brother is no more. It was nice to hear that he had a very peaceful death. He must be enjoying the heavenly vision now. Bab has left behind beautiful memories of his life which cannot be forgotten. To us brothers and sisters he has been like a little dad who sacrifised and worked hard to help in raising up a large family. It was through his help, encouragement and support that I was able to visit Canada thrice and meet all my near and dear ones there; for which, I am most grateful. He loved and cared for our parents deeply, especially in their old age. I praise and thank God for having given us such a loving brother, whom we can never forget. God blessed him with a loving wife, devoted sons, caring daugthers-in-law and beautiful grandchildren. Dad/Bab will surely receive a great reward in heaven and he will continue to intercede for us. May God give all of us courage and strength to bear this great loss. He will always remain with us in spirit. We, in the community, offered a Mass for the repose of his soul. May his soul rest in peace.

United in grief,

Yours,
Aunty Paulette
Sr. Grace Castelino
Good Shepherd Convent - Nagpur, India

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Dear Rose and children
Violet and I are saddened at the loss of our dear Baab. We shall pray for him.

Girish and Violet (Bexley, England)

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Dear Roy Sheila Clayton Esther Crystal and Chantal

God is Merciful ! How wonderful to know that both your Mum and Dad are together now in Heaven – no more pain, no more tears - only endless joy
May they rest in Peace in the arms of Jesus and Mary
Take care - you are all in my prayers and so are they

Love and God bless
Suzie, Nigel Shilaja and Christopher
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Allan, Roy, Felicia, Sheila and your families:

Lance and I extend our "Heartfelt Sympathy" to you, at your loss of both Dad and Mum. It is so sad when you lose someone so close, and for you the loss is colossal. The only comfort you can feel is that they are at peace and are together, as they had always been. Remember that Mum, Dad and you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love & God Bless
Lance & Lorrayne
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Dear Sheila & Roy,

Please accept our heartfelt sympathies. We were at dad's mass last Saturday, sorry we could not wait for the reception to wish you and the rest of the family. Just heard from Gemma that mum passed away this afternoon, we are so sorry. We pray that the Lord will give you all the strength to bear your loss.

Take care,
Love & God Bless
Ivor & Sally
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HENRY GREGORY MARIAN CASTELINO (1918-2009)
AND
ANASTASIA REGINA (ROSY) CASTELINO (née REGO) (1921-2009)

(A TRIBUTE from Mohan Prabhu)

With the demise of my brother Henry who, being the eldest sibling, we affectionately addressed as Baab, and his wife Rosy just five days later who, being our eldest sister-in-law, we addressed as Vohni, an era of longevity and a loving relationship of 57 years came to an end. Our father, who died 41 years ago, had set the earlier record of 82 years and my brother beat that record by eight years and a half, establishing a new record for the entire Castelino clan. Henry was also the first among nine surviving siblings to have passed away in 82 years, two having died in their early childhood before my brother Joe and I were born.

Henry was very devout and a devoted son and brother of eight siblings, a loving husband and father of four sons and grandfather of five. He had immense faith in Christ and Mother Mary, which radiated throughout his life and in his family, attending daily mass with Rosy when they were in good health and reciting daily prayers with all members of the family even after he emigrated to Canada 35 years ago.

Along with his brother Joe, and for about ten years along with me, he and Rosy cared for and looked after our aged parents to their dying day and only then left India, a privilege which I didn’t get being away oceans away.

As the eldest brother, he was our role model and after our parents passed away we looked up to Henry and Rosy for guidance and words of wisdom as they stood in their place. Henry gave my brother and Joe our start in life by arranging a job for us in the Army Ordnance where he was working. Rosy was a true inspiration and we all regarded and treated her as the prima donna of the Castelino family. They were very supportive of my career and academic pursuits as well as overseas adventures. I lived with Henry and Rose for thirteen years in Bombay. Thirteen years after I left India he and Rosy and their two younger boys followed my wife and me to Canada to join their older two sons who had come a few years earlier.

Henry and Rosy did not have the joy of raising daughters but they were more than compensated by their daughters-in-law Sheila and Felicia whom they treated as their own daughters and for very good reason. It was Rosy who selected Felicia and Sheila as brides for Allan and Roy. Rosy and Henry lived with Roy and Sheila. Sheila who was orphaned before her marriage, fully reciprocated their love and cared for her substitute parents. Henry and Rosy truly loved their grandchildren and they in turn loved them.

Henry and Rosy were a generous couple, worked ceaselessly for the community in their adopted country, organizing picnics and social events. Rosy, in particular, was instrumental in match-making, and in offering her sober counseling and words of wisdom.

Henry was a self-made man. He experienced poverty in his very young days when our father had fallen on hard times due to the bankruptcy of his sardine oil business. Our father was following in the footsteps of his own father who was a building contractor. Henry was very enterprising and after retiring from the Army Ordnance at 40 with 20 years of service, he started his own shipping claims business from which he retired before leaving India in 1973, handing over the reins to his younger brother Joe. In Canada, his business itch persisted.

In Canada Henry helped his sons Lance and Roy start a business, the main branch of which eventually was headed by Roy and Sheila and now to be taken over by their son Clayton and his bride Esther. They are thus carrying on the business tradition of five generations

Henry and Rosy were a remarkable couple. They loved each other immensely and were truly blessed by God for their faith and devotion, veritably a match made in heaven. While Henry was fully aware that Rosy was beside him during his last few hours, Rosy was not. He smiled upon her as if to say that he was preparing a place for her beside him in heaven very soon!

Henry was my link to my past, present and future. He was, I believe, the only one among siblings who saw our paternal grandparents, and when our parents passed away more than 37 years ago, he and my brother Joe were blessed to be with them during their last days. He is my link to the present. In Canada, I am the only uncle Roy, Lance, Ian and Alan and their spouses and their children have. They also have their aunt, my sister Iris. Henry will be my link to the future generations. Henry and Rose are survived by their sons and two daughters in law, five grandchildren, a grand daughter in law and a grand son-in-law. Some day they may be curious to trace their roots, and the genealogy of the Castelino family which I prepared at Henry & Rosy’s Golden Wedding Anniversary in 2001 should give them a clue. I hope that when they write their genealogy they will find a little space in it to add a footnote that established my link with their ancestors who had followed my wife Clareen and me to Canada thirteen years after we left India. I am sure they will solve the puzzle why I do not bear the Castelino name!

MAY GOD GIVE ETERNAL PEACE TO A TRULY REMARKABLE COUPLE,
MY BROTHER HENRY AND SISTER-IN-LAW ROSY!
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Dearest Shiela and Roy:

May God give you and the family the grace and strength at this time. What I would like to share with you is that the Bible says "to be absent in the body is to be present with the Lord" these words have given me comfort as I am sure it will do for you. Your parents are now with the Lord where they belong. We are all here in transition. From the day we are born we count the days till we are with our heavenly father.Your parents have been a great influence to many people. They were a blessing to many and the ICCA as a tribute to them would like to donate to a charity of your choice. Please forward funeral details and a photograph if possible of your mum so we can put it on the website.

If there is anything you need please do not hesitate to contact us.

God Bless you and the family,
Linda
for
The ICCA Committee
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My dear Allan, Felicia, Roy, Sheila, Lance and Ian,
With profound sorrow we share your grief and mourn with you the sad demise of your dear Dad and Mom and my dear Bab and Voni. Though we were expecting it for some time, the news of their death came as a blow to us. May God grant them eternal rest in peace. Bab and Voni were two wonderful people, loving, caring, sharing, helpful always, cheerful and happy and welcomed us always with a smile of their faces. We experienced a true Christian love in their presence.
To me, Bab was a father figure and Voni, a second mother. I was very young when they got married and at the age of 11, came to Bombay to continue my schooling and college. Voni treated me just like a daughter from the start showering her love and affection on me and I was there, helping her and playing with her sons like an older sister. Her letters were always addressed to me as "Dora girl", even when I had grand children. Voni's jokes, stories and experiences kept us all entertained. She was always there with us, selecting our clothes for feasts, marriages, present during our pregnancies and deliveries, guiding us in every way. Christmas and Easter was one big feast with all of us together. We thank God she was our eldest sister-in-law who kept us united together with love right to the end and taught us values to emulate. We too will miss both Bab and Voni. They are gone but will live in our hearts till we meet again. They are now both together enjoying the brilliant vision of God with angels and saints in heaven.
Love to all
Aunty Dora (India)

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Our heartfelt condolences to Roy, Sheila & fly, Allen & fly, Lancy & Ian. May her soul rest in eternal peace.

Dear Sheila,

We are very sad to hear about the sad demise of Aunt Rose & Uncle Henry. We remember them & will be praying for them. My dad (Bona) was very sad. We will really miss them a lot. We remember that on Lidwin's wedding Jan 18 1992, they helped us a lot. In same month, they passed away. Uncle & aunt were very loving persons. I'm sure they will pray for us & bless us from heaven.

Thank you
Lavina
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Hello Roy and Sheila:

Just wanted to extend my heartfelt sympaties to you both on the passing of your beloved dad. I know you feel the emptiness of his passing but the wonderful memories you have will sustain you and I am sure you are drawing comfort from the fact that he is at peace and in a better place.

I did not get a chance to extend my condolences at the funeral on Saturday - it was a beautiful church service and the two boys paid a fitting tribute to their granddad.

Love
Gemma
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Dear Roy and Sheila,

Kindly accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing away of your dear Dad. He was a kind and loving person. May his soul rest in peace.
We attended the funeral Mass but could not meet you all personally. Kindly accept our apologies.

Your family is in our prayers.

With our deepest sympathies
Linda, Nazario, Leslie, Larissa
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Dear Roy & Sheila,

Edna and myself are very sorry to hear about the passing away of your loving Dad.

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies. Words may not be enough to heal your sorrow, but I hope his memory will give you courage to bear this irreparable loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family members especially at this time. May his soul rest in peace. May you in time find comfort in healing your grief.

Mr. Henry Castelino was a brilliant and intelligent, kind and helpful man, always smiling. It is not only a great coincidence, but also luck and honour that I should be present for his funeral services, far away from the place where I first knew the great man. It brings me fond memories of the time when as a 19-year old lad, I worked for him in Bombay. He had his own company then, Ian Roy & Company, in Sassoon Dock Area of Colaba. Sometimes I used to go work for him at Mahim, at the prominent cluster of the land-mark green buildings of another era: 'Nirvana'. My first trip to the Customs Area was one when I accompanied him for the first time to Ballard Pier, giving me a few tips on how to trace lost cargo.
We often say: 'What a small world'. A small world it really is. The memories linger on.
You had a beautiful Funeral Mass and burial for your Dad, and a very warm and compassionate attendance by your relatives and friends at the reception in the Church Hall.

In your healing, we pray.

Yours in sorrow
Tony & Edna
Mississauga
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Dear Rose, Roy , Sheila & fly, Allen & fly, Lancy & Ian ,
We are very sorry to hear about the sad demise of Henry. please accept our heartfelt condolence. May the departed soul rest in eternal peace.

from: Bonaventure & Marcelline Rego ( Udupi)
Allen & fly ( Bombay)
Lavina & fly ( Bahrain)
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Dear Sheila, Roy and family,

We are saddened to know about Henry's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our prayers are with you all and for Henry's soul. May he rest in peace.

With love,
Leroy, Freya and Aikin.
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HELLO - THE ANDRADE FAMILY IS WITH YOU IN PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS

IT WAS A PLEASURE KNOWING THE CASTELINO FAMILY - THE CHILDREN AND THEIR WIVES - THE GRAND CHILDREN - THE PLEASURE WAS OURS WHEN WE TRAVELLED WITH HENRY BAB AND ROSI BAI TRU FLORIDA - ALL OVER THE COAST GALAVANTING UP TO KEY WEST.
WE ALL WANT TO GO TO HEAVEN - BUT DO NOT WANT TO DIE - HENRY BAB TOOK THE CHALLENGE - HE IS NOW SMILING FROM ABOVE - HE IS IN PEACE

LAWRENCE AND LOUISA
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THANK YOU FOR ALL THE INFORMATION- OUR PRAYERS AND WISHES FOR ROSIBAI AND CASTELINO FAMILY

LAWRENCE AND LOUISA
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This is to express my deep sympathies to all of you at the passing away of your loving parents. Both left within a week. They were a great couple and couldnt live without the company of each other. They were super great friends to all who came in contact with them. I feel empty to have lost such good friends but I know that they are in heaven and they will continue to help us, so please don't be discouraged.

Much love & God Bless you all,
Jacintha -Chicago.

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Hi Sheila,
Sad to hear about Uncle Henry's demise.
My hearfelt condolences to all of you.
Will try to make it to the private viewing on saturday morning.
Will also pray for the repose of his soul.

Love
Lynndon
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Dear Sheila and Roy and Family

Kindly accept our sincere condolences on the sad demise of your Dad. ICCA is indebted to him and the other Founding Members of the ICCA for a Association that he and his friends have been instrumental in starting. We commend their far sighted vision of the ICCA and today we all share in his loss.

Sincerly at a time of a great loss
Walter Hayde
President ICCA 2008 - 2009
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Hi Sheila and Roy,

I am so sorry to hear of the passing away of Uncle Henry. I still remember his kind and quiet manner. All of you will miss him a lot. We will offer up a mass for the repose of his soul. May his soul rest in peace.

Love
Nicole, Gerry and Family (Texas)
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Dear Sheila and Roy,
We are sad to learn of your loss. Please accept our condolences. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the rest of your family. May God grant you the strength to bear this loss.
Bento, Yvonne Eyles and family
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Dearest Aunty Rose, Roy, Sheila, Clayton, Esther, Crystal & Chantal,

Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss. We will keep Uncle Henry in our prayers.

Love,
Donald, Lesley & family (Michigan)
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Accept my condolences at sad demise of Bab our much loved Uncle. Allan I thank you for the last minute inspiration to visit them..
Though death was expected and we thank God for this gift.. Sadness is present because we were much blessed by his presence.
My prayers are for the family. Mass at Goa will be for Uncle and Aunty that she too may be received into his Kingdom... Of course she may wait for me!

Fr. Richard Saldanha
Madonna Mission
"So little can do so much."
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Thank you Sheila for giving me details of the wake and funeral mass on Saturday. Like you, Roy and Iris and Charles, both of us, Clareen and I are greatly saddened by my beloved brother's death, the first among siblings in 80 years.

Uncle Mohan (Ottawa)
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We, with our children Karan & Jess, Mom and Dad send our heartfelt condolence to all of you. We all pray that his soul rests in peace & that God gives him eternal rest forgiving him for all his sins. Surely Uncle Henry lived his life to the fullest & now God has called him to be with him. We are with you all, in your moments of grief.

Regards
Rohan & Monica (India)
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Hi Sheila,
It's sad to hear the demise of Dad . Please accept our condolonces in this time of grief and pray that god grant the succor and courage to you and family to fill in the void left back .
Special prayers & grace as well to tide over the vacuum left over in their tireless long journey they have had together.

"We suppliants, O Lord,
pour forth our prayers
for the souls of Thy servants and handmaids,
that Thou wouldst mercifully pardon
whatsoever they have committed
through human frailty
and graciously bring their sufferings to an end.
Through Our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen"

Condolonces from,
Kenneth, Sharlet and Mark. (Dubai)
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Dear Castelino & family

Our heartfelt condolences to all the members of the Castelino family on the sad demise of uncle Henry. May the Almighty God grant him eternal peace.

Love
Faustine Alva and family (Dubai)
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Sheila and Roy,

Please let me offer my condolences to you and your family.

Esther (California)
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To the Castellino fly in grief
Its with much sadness we learnt about Uncle Henrys demise and before we could react we got an email about our dear Aunty Rosie too joining him. They were an in separable couple and so in death too. They lived a very graceful and peaceful life and I am sure God in his mercy gave them that peace to submit to his will. We are glad to have met them both whilst visiting Toronto at their cute little hospital home and I was shocked at uncle Henry's hospitality and he made sure we had some nice chocolate cake and aunty remembered and recognized me was the icing on the cake. We got a few nice pictures with both of them and we will treasure the friendship we shared over the years.
My sincere condolences to Lancy Alan Roy and Ian and their families.
We pray for their souls to Rest in Peace.

Our sympathies
Roweena / Eric and fly
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Hi Sheila,

I attended Uncle Henry's mass and service at St. Martha's and Mary Church but I really did not get a chance to condole with you and Roy however hard I tried as you were so busy with so many people around you. Do accept our condolences and sympathies from the 'Coelho family'. We hope God gives you all the strength and courage to bear this loss.
Our sympathies to all the family.

Sincerely, Francis & Vivian.
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Hello Sheila and Roy and family,
We are truly sorry to hear the news. Sheila/Roy, I know this must be hurting but be strong. Both Bob and Rose(nana) are in good hands now. The hands that will give them eternal life in the Lord house. My mom always says that when people pass....they will build another
mansion to await the coming of their family when our time comes. Your parents are meant to be together even thru the end. NO more suffering, they are both at peace now.
Our sincerest sympathy and prayers to everyone....to you Roy and Sheila and that of your children.

Margarita & Elias Ong
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Hi Shiela.

Our thoughts and prayers have of course been with you and your family over the past while and especially during these past days.
It was wonderful to see such a large turnout for Henry's mass on Saturday but of course, we weren't at all surprised.
Henry was a lovely, gentle man and to know him and Rose was a priviledge. I knew when I heard of Henry's passing that Rose would surely follow him as they were joined at the hip and always meant to be together. I was saddened but not surprised to receive your email yesterday.
Roy and Shiela, your family is definitely blessed to have had these two wonderful people play such an important role in your lives. Their goodness and humility shows in all of you. I pray that God will bless them and will continue to bless your family as well.

Take care.
Vicky and Joe Massucci
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Roy, Sheila & Family, Allan, Felicia & Family, Lance & Ian,

Masses has been offered for the souls of your dear dad and mum at Sts. Martha & Mary's Church, Burnhamthorpe. On Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009 for the soul of Henry Castelino, and on Wednesday, April 29th, 2009 for the soul of Rose Castelino. Both masses
are at 7:00 p.m.
Our sincere condolences to you all at this very difficult time. May their souls rest in peace.

From:
Oreska & Derrick & Family, Lean & Kathy & Family,
Renato & Lorraine & Family, Patricia & Neil & Family,
Joe & Auriole & Family & Michael & Karen
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Amazing lady, amazing life, one of a kind. Entire world was her family, always thought of ways to help others. Her family was her pride and joy.
May her soul rest in peace.

My heartfelt condolences to all Castelinos.
Ophelia and George.
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Dear Sheila,Roy & fly,

We are deeply grieved to hear of the sad demise of both your beloved parents Uncle Henry and Aunt Rose.We pray to the Lord Almighty to perpetually bless them. Eternal rest grant unto them and may their souls rest in peace. We are also praying for the family to overcome the great loss. Our family joins you in prayers to the departed souls of our dear Uncle and Aunt. May they be in Heaven together.

Praise the Lord !

Take care,
lots of love
Uncle Ligoury,AuntyHilda, Liston, (Mumbai)
Eric,Lolita, Richa & Reem. (Bahrain)
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We wish to express our deepest condolence on hearing of the demise of your dear mother Rose. It is always very hard to lose someone you are close to, but it is especially hard to lose your mother. We wish all of you the strength & courage you need right now to get through this
terrible time.
A mass will be held for the repose of the soul of Rose in our parish church, St John Fisher, Morden Surrey UK in the near future. May her soul rest in peace. Amen
From the D'Sa & Gracias family (Jane & Francis who are currently in Goa, India)
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Sheila & Felicia

What a beautiful tribute, to a beautiful man, by two beautiful daughters. He was truly blessed and proud to have the two of you as his daughters, as we are to be a part of your family.
We will never forget him.
May God bless you both for all that you have done and continue to do.
Love
Pearl, Brian & family
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Thank you Sheila - that was well written. He looked so peaceful compared to what I saw in November. We did make it to see mum and were allowed in which was good but sad to see her in that state now. God bless them both and may his soul rest in peace.
Yvette
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Dear Sheila, Roy, Clayton/Esther, Crystal, Chantal & the Castelino Family,

We were pained to hear the sad news of the demise of Aunty Rose. Aunty Rose was a true rose - so gentle & sweet. She had a gift - a gift of friendship. She was a good human being, ever so thoughtful and ever-willing to help people.
We cannot forget how she welcomed us & looked after us so well when we visited Canada for the first time in 1991. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed having guests, especially those new to Canada - making them comfortable.
She was very kind to Gilbert & me and always made it a point to visit us whenever she came to Bombay, inspite of her delicate health. She was also very fond of our children and always wished them good. She loved to compliment people and always had a kind word for everyone.
At Clayton's wedding, she told me in her soft voice "subit kapad neslai" and when I asked her "what about me", she replied "tu hi subit distai". This just shows how sweeet she was. How can I forget such kind words ? Aunty Rose, you will always be fondly remembered by us all. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers. Aunty Rose & Uncle Henry were a model of a loving couple whom we would wish to emulate.
Our heartfelt condolences to Roy/Sheila, Allan/Felicia, Lance, Ian and the entire Castelino family, and also her nurse Judy who cared for her so much. May God bless you all & give you the strength to bear this loss. May her soul rest in peace.

Love
Daisy, Gilbert & family (Mazagoan, Mumbai)
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Dear Sheila,
Please accept my deepest sympathies and pass the same on to each of the other family members, at this time.

Jim Digby
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Our deepest sympathies on the passing of Uncle Henry. We are saddened by his departure but are comforted that he is now in peace.
Our prayers are with you.
Winston, Monica and Isabella
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We alongwith our children Karan & Jess, Mom & Dad convey our heartfelt condolence to all at the Castelino Family.
We are with you & will pray for Aunty's & Uncle's souls that they may have eternal peace & rest in heaven. Both are so fortunate to be with each other. Uncle really missed her so much that he prayed to God to bring his wife to him & that prayer was heard.
January 24th (the day of the funeral) we will be specially praying for Aunty's soul. This day is also Mom & Dad's 47th Wedding Anniversary & Karan's 19th birthday. I guess its Avinash's birthday as well. Please include them in your prayers.

With warm regards
Rohan & Monica (India)
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Dear Sheila and Roy,

Sorry to hear the sad demise of U.Henry and A.Rosy. I was so shocked to read this morning Syra's mail about A.Rosy's death and I can't imagine what you all are going through right now especially Roy who has lost both his parents in a week's time. May Almighty Lord give you'll the strength to be strong & be there with each other during this sorrowful time. I do understand the pain and sorrow to loose your near and dear ones.
On behalf of A.Mabel, Shaila, Keith, Ronnie, Roydon, Kris & myself, please accept our heartfelt sympathy to you and Roy and all at home.
May the Lord grant them eternal rest and may their soul rest in peace.
With all my love and prayers,

Sharmila (India)
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Dear Sheila and Roy
We are deeply grieved to hear the loss of Uncle Henry and Aunt Rose. May God grant them eternal peace
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies as we keep you in our prayers.

Dinesh and Bernice. (Saudi Arabia)
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My Condolences
Dear Sheila,

Our deepest sympathy once again for your loss. A. Rose couldn't stay away from her beloved husband.
I have such fond memories of time spent with them and the boys. They were such good hosts and extremely hospitable. Please convey our condolences to the family. When you have the time, I'd like to know more about the younger generation and the lovely women they married.
We moved down to Texas before they got married. We'd love to see you if you come down here.

With Love and Sympathy,
Pam and Chris
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Dear Roy, Sheila and members of the Castelino Family ,
Our deepest sympathies to you on the passing away of U. Henry and A. Rosy .
May God comfort you in your sorrow and be your strength during this time of loss of your dear parents. We pray that God grant them eternal rest as they unite themselves in His kingdom.
We fondly remember them for their warmth , simplicity and concern for the well-being of others.
We assure you of our thoughts and prayers.

With love and sympathy ,
Mum - Winnie , Mum - Mary ,
Durwin , Salome , Sherwin , Danica and Selwin
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Hi Roy and Sheila,
Our condolences to both of you and the family on the sad demise of your parents. Just got news about your mum. May their soul rest in peace and we pray that God give you all the strength to bear the loss.
Take care.

Love
Beryl, Clary and family.
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Dear Sheila and Roy,

Collin and I extend our heartfelt condolences on the sad departure of your dear dad. Your dad led a great life and you can cherish and treasure the memories. He is free from pain and in a beautiful place now. We shall keep you all and him in our daily prayers. No matter how old one is - its always difficult to say goodbye to a parent or dear one and we share in your sorrow. May the Lord be with you all in these difficult days to give you all the strength to carry on - we know that you also have to look after a sick mother.
Do keep in touch.
God Bless and fond regards from Collin and me.

Zena
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Dear Sheila,

This must be so heart breaking to see them go so quickly. The biggest consolation you all can obtain from this sad departure is that your dearest Mom is now free from pain and in the hands of her heavenly father -and near her beloved husband. Sufferings always take us closer to the Lord - as they who suffer here on earth share in the sorrows of the cross - your dear Mom did so for many years. Two great people with two great lives led to the fullest! - at a great age too. They have been surely blessed by the Lord in every way.
We at this time pray for each of you in these difficult moments to follow - especially for having to go through this pain once again - and so quickly. The Lord knows best and so we surrender to him. Thank you for informing me. We will be there to pray with you all.
God Bless and fond regards from Collin and me.

Zena
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Dear Roy and Sheila,

So so sorry to hear the sad news about mum. Please accept our sympathies. I don't know what to say. It just seems to be a bit too much, too soon. Please, please take care of yourselves. Again, please remember that she is out of her misery and that dad has claimed his 'Rosie" back. He never left her far away from him when he was here on earth and he wasn't going to this time when he's in Heaven. I'm sure he wanted to enjoy Heaven with his Rosie. May both their souls rest in peace. We will be praying for both their souls and for you all too, to weather this emotional storm you'll are going through.

Lots of love
May, Glenn, Gavin and Calvin
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Dearest Sheila, (I miss your sweet smile)
Brings me to tears when I see this. I appreciate you thinking of me and sending this to us. He will always have a special place in my heart and in my soul. He was a wonderful man, and totally reminded me of my beloved Daddy who’s loss I mourn until this day…its been 16 years.
May his soul rest peacefully, I pray for the family to cope with his loss and may he look down from heaven upon all of you. He has joined my Dad in heaven and they will take good care of us.
Love to Aunty Rosie and peace and hugs to all.
Please convey our condolences to Roy, Lance, Ian and if I am missing anyone please do the needful for us.

Love and hugs
The Coelho Family Raquel, Shauna, Quentin and Petsa
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Dear Sheila & Roy,Clayton, Esther,Crystal & Chantel
Our deepest sympathies to you all. I know how you feel and I feel the death your dad and my brother and godfather. We miss him very dearly. I am extremely saddened.
I must thank you both very much for all the help given to Bab during his illness day and night at his bed side comforting with songs etc. His family has been the great joy of his life and he has done so much for all of us. God heard his prayers. My God bless you all. God will take care of you. You have done your best. According to his desire he passed away on a Wednesday and all of you were at his bedside.

Thank you very much.

God Bless you all.

Love
A.Iris & U.Charles
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Hi Sheila,

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy and condolences on the passing of Roy's Dad. We were very fortunate to have been informed by Lorraine (Iona's sister). We were unable to meet with any of you on saturday and condole in person. The service was extremely solemn and well organized. I am sure Roy's Dad is very pleased with the all of you. May his soul rest in Peace.
I hope and pray that Roy's Mum is doing well.
Look after yourselves.

Bye for now.
Nigel and Sandra
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Dear Sheila, Roy, Felicia, Allan and family

Thank you for keeping us informed about Uncle Henry and all the lovely stories of his life.
My happy memories of Uncle Henry will stay with me forever and I am so glad that Justine and I were able to see him for one last time at Shelly and Josh's wedding in September.

We are all thinking of you here in England.

All our love
Philip, Justine, Eddie, Natasha, Mum and Dad
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Dear Sheila, Roy, Felicia, Allan and  family

It came as quite a shock to hear that Auntie Rose  had left us so soon after Uncle Henry.  But it does seem right that they  are back together again and no longer in any pain or suffering.

I will always remember her wave back to me in the church at Shelly & Josh's wedding.

I spoke with Dad last night and he was obviously sad about losing his sister - he asked me to send you all his love.

We continue to think of you all those miles away  and will especially do so on Saturday.

All our love

Philip, Justine, Eddie, Natasha, Mum and Dad

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Dear Sheila,

We are really saddened to hear of dear Henry's death. We knew him for years while we were together in Mumbai. He and Uncle did a lot for the Church and community. May his soul rest in peace. It is a sad situation, but we all have to go one by one when we are called.
We send our condolences to all the family and an assurance of our prayers for Henry's repose. We will offer perpetual masses for his soul. We will think of him and pray for him. God bless you all.

Uncle Linus and Aunty Betty and family.
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Dear Sheila and Family:

Our heartfelt condolences in your bereavement. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.
May Henry's soul forever rest in peace.

Yours in grief,
Horace and Rita
Waterloo, ON
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Dear Shiela,

I was very sad to hear about the passing of Mr. Castelino.
I remember very well how much kindness he showed in befriending my mother when she came to Canada and invited all of us to his house in Rexdale.
Elsa and I now live in Mexico and so will not be able to pay our respect in person but we will mourn his passing.

Elsa & Sunil (Mexico)
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Dearest Aunty Mary, Uncle Joe, Aunty Iris, Uncle Mohan, Uncle Girish, Sr. Grace, Aunty Rose
and Aunty Dora
While we are mourning the death of our beloved Dad and grandfather, we know and remember how much you all loved and adored him. Please accept our heartfelt sympathies and condolences on the loss of your beloved brother.
Lance, Allan, Roy, Ian and families.
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Dear Sheila
The obituary has been published on http://www.canaraworld.com/nsite/htdocs/modules/news/article.php?storyid=2354
Heartfelt sympathies to the Castelino family.
Max and Nancy

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Hello dear family,

We heard of the sad news of your Uncle Henry's passing away and offer our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.
May God give you the strength to overcome these moments of grief.

Regards,
Noel Sequeira & fly,
Bangalore
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U.Mohan, U.Girish, A.Rosy, A.Dora, A. Iris, A.Mary, Sr. Grace & Dad - please accept our condolences - Uncle Henry was such an important part of all our lives and we have so many wonderful memories of him. He will be missed for sure. We are all very sad about the news and are praying for his soul.

love
Sheila, Darryl, Nathan and Nicole
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Dearest Lance, Alan, Roy & Ian,
I am grieved to hear that your loving dad and our dearest elder brother is no more. It was nice to hear that he had a very peaceful death. He must be enjoying the heavenly vision now.

Bab has left behind beautiful memories of his life which cannot be forgotten. To us brothers and sisters he has been like a little dad who sacrificed and worked hard to help in raising up a large family! It was through his help, encouragement, and support that I was able to visit Canada thrice and meet all my near and dear ones there; for which, I am most grateful. He loved and cared for our parents deeply, especially in their old age. I praise and thank God for having given us such a loving brother, whom we can never forget.

God blessed him with a loving wife, devoted sons, caring daughters-in-law and beautiful grand-children. Dad/Bab will surely receive a great reward in heaven, and he will continue to intercede for us. May God give all of us courage and strength to bear this great loss. He will always remain with us in spirit.

We, in the Community, offered a Mass for the repose of his soul. May his soul rest in peace.

United in grief,
Yours,
A. Paulette.
(Henry's sister in India)
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I always think of them and will keep them in my prayers. Mrs. Castelino was a great friend of my mothers too and they were always very gracious whenever we went to their place and she organized a lot of Mahim functions when we first arrived in Canada.
I hope he died peacefully, but having said that I also know he was ill for quite a while. Anyway, please offer Sheila and Roy and the rest of the family our sympathies on this sad occasion.

Barbara (Chicago)
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Dearset Royston & Sheila,

Sad & Sorry to know that Dad passed away. Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.
Peace, Prayers and Blessings

Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel. We are thinking of you during this difficult time. May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Remember that we love and care about you. May your memories give you strength.
We pray to Almighty God that Dad's soul " May Rest In Eternal Peace".
Please convey our heartfelt sympathies to Mom & to all near and dear ones of dad.

Take care and God Bless !!
Loy, Lavina & Rhea (Bahrain)
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Roy & Sheila,
Our heartfelt sympathies to you and the kids on the loss of your beloved Dad and Grandfather.
We will all truly miss him.

Love
Pearl, Brian and family.
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Dear Roy & Sheila,

We are very sorry to hear the loss of your beloved dad. We pray that the Almighty will give you the fortitude to bear this loss.
"WILL JOIN IN PRAYER & MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE".

Yours in Sympathy..
Canute & Family
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Thanks for the e-mail. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Dear Henry was a very loving and caring and a helpful person and he was like a father to you. He lived a good life and he raised a wonderful family. He had a very peaceful death and did not suffer. He will always be remembered. May his soul rest in peace. I will pray for his soul and keep the family in my prayers. Please convey my heartfelt condolences to Roy, Sheila and family and Allen family.

Yours in grief
Aunty Amy
(Houston)
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Dear Roy, Sheila and family, Allan Felicia and family,
My deepest condolences on the death of your dear parents. It's sad to lose both parents in such a short time. They were such a loving couple, always together and Henry could not do without his Rosy in heaven and now they are together again. I will keep them in my prayers. May their souls rest in peace.
In sorrow,
Amy Mathias and children (Houston)
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We are sorry to hear of the sad demise of your Uncle Henry Castellino. Our sympathies to you, your sister Sheila, her husband Roy & family and aunt Rosie.

We will remember him in our prayers.

Love,
Daisy & Cassy
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Dear Roy, Sheila, and the children:
We are deeply grieved to hear of the sad demise of your dear dad. No words can really comfort or heal the pain of losing someone so dear to your heart. May GOD of eternal love give you and the family comfort in your sadness, hope in the face of despair, and courage during this very painful time. Please hold on to the many beautiful memories that you have deep within your hearts which will help soothe the pain.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

May GOD grant him eternal rest.

In Grief
Conrad and Valerie
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Hi Sheila,

We are with you, Roy, Allen, Lance and Ian your families in these moments of grief. We offer our heartfelt condolences to all of you.
We shall pray as well as offer masses for the souls of both A Rose as well as U Henry.

Noel and Family,
Bangalore.
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Dear Sheila and Roy

We are so sad to hear about your mum’s passing away. This shows their hearts and souls were one. Our deepest sympathies and condolences.
We pray for her soul and for all of you during this difficult time. May God bless you abundantly.
Edmund and I will be present at the church.
Love

Pat and Edmund
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Dear Sheila & Fly
Our heartfelt condolences to the members of the Castelino family. Sad to hear, our dear aunt Rose's demise. She was very nice, loving & helpful. I remember the days which they have spent with us. Indeed they are blessed. Both aunt & uncle lived a long life. They are blessed to see their grand childrens weddings. Heavenly father grant uncle & aunt eternal happiness in Jesus name I pray. We will offer mass for their souls.

God will bless you & your family for taking care of them so lovingly.

Love
Lidwin & fly
UAE
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To All The Members of the Castellino Family.

Our Deepest Sympathy to each of you on the loss of your Dear Father Henry and now your Mum Rose. May God wrap you all in His loving arms and comfort you at this difficult time. May caring friends and constant prayers give you strength to face each new day. The ways of the Lord are mysterious and for your parents to receive their Eternal Reward so close to each other only shows us how much love and devotion they had for each other. I remember both of them very fondly from our growing up days in Nirvana and even when they left for Canada, their visits back home. Their love and generosity for those around them is not forgotten. May God Grant them Eternal Rest. Love and Regards to each of you at this time and May the Lord Bless you and be with you in 2009.

With Love and Sympathy
Leo Mildred Lincoln & Meagan
Australia
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Dear Roy, Sheila & family,

We are once again sorry to hear the loss of your beloved Mum Rose. May God give you the courage and fortitude to overcome your grief. My assurance of prayers for your Mum and may her soul rest in peace. Once again my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

Best Regards,
Canute & Family
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Hi Sheila Roy and kids

We express our deep sympathies and heartfelt condolences at the sad demise of beloved uncle and aunty. It is indeed very shocking and tearful to lose both parents so fast. we will keep you in our prayers to overcome this grief faced by you and your family. we pray that eternal rest be granted unto them both and may their souls rest in peace.

Asha, Stan, Staffie and Stacy (Mangalore)
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DEAR ROY, SHEILA & THE FAMILY

IT IS SHOCKING NEWS TO US ABT PASSING AWAY OF YOUR DEAREST PARENTS. AS FAR AS WE KNOW THEM, THEY WERE THE BEST PEOPLE IN THE WORLD. VERY LOVING, CARING, CONCERNED ABT EVERYONE AND A GOD FEARING COUPLE. LOSING PARENTS IS SOMETHING AND NO ONE CAN FILL THEIR PLACE. WE FROM KURLA, SEND OUR HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO U ALL. WE PRAY THAT THEIR DEPARTED SOULS REST IN PEACE. WE PRAY THAT GOD GIVES U ALL STRENGTH AND COURAGE TO BEAR THE LOSS. THEY WERE ALWAYS TOGETHER IN LIFE ON EARTH, NOW THEY ARE TOGETHER IN HEAVEN ALSO.

TAKE CARE.

LOVE,
UNCLE CALIST, AUNTY FLAIVA AND KIDS (INDIA)

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Dear Roy, Sheila, and the children

Please take comfort in knowing that we never need to face our sorrows and challenges alone. It is hard
to console you in moments like these. But we know for a fact that the Lord alone can comfort and heal
your broken hearts.
1 Thessalonians 4 verse 13 onwards – the Lord tells us the truth about our loved ones who have died.
He tells us not to be sad as those who have no hope. Just as we believe Jesus died and rose again,
HE tells us we who are alive on the day the Lord comes there will be the shout of the Archangel’s voice
and at the sound of God’s trumpet, the Lord himself will come down from heaven, our loved ones who
have died will be raised to life first. Then we who are living at that time will be gathered up along with
them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. So there is hope we will be united with our loved ones
who have gone ahead of us and we will always be with the Lord.
Please accept our deepest and heartfelt condolences on your loss. Lord grant Roy, Sheila and their family
the serenity to accept the things they cannot change; hope in the midst of sorrow, and peace & comfort
in the midst of pain.

May Almighty GOD grant Aunty Rose eternal peace, joy, and happiness in HIS kingdom.
She is also united with her dear husband.

In Grief

Conrad, Valerie, Keith, & Karl
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So sorry to hear about dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Take Care and God Bless.

Xavier, Lynn, Sean and Krystal.
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May the Lord embrace him soon as his faithful son in His Eternal home.
And may the Lord comfort you in this time of sorrow.
I always remember and I'll continue to remember with great esteem your dear Father, Grandfather and my friend, so good and loving and caring for others.
In heaven may he enjoy the blest of God. May his soul rest in Peace.
Embrace you with love and gratitude.

Sr. Ferdinanda - Sr. Disciples of the Divine Master

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Dear Sheila & Roy

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of both your beloved parents. Please convey the same to Ian , Lance and Allan as well. I know it is tough to lose both parents within weeks. Rose and Henry were wonderful people. They touched the lives of so many. We were privileged to know them and experience their generosity and wisdom.
Talking to Sheila last week, I know they were suffering health wise. I know despite the great loss you will take solace and consolation in the wonderful memories that you have of parents. The good Lord has taken them to a better place where they will be reunited. We will remember them and your family in our prayers.
With prayerful wishes

Adolphus and Jennifer Fernandes
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Hi Sheila, Roy, Allan and Felicia,

Very sorry to hear about your darling mum, Rose Castellino 's demise. I was very shocked that it happened so quickly after your dad's funeral. I was just thinking after the funeral "Poor Mrs Castellino! she'll really miss her husband.' Not sure if you'll had told her or not. They were such a dear couple. We will all miss them. I had always remembered thme in my prayers. Words are not enough to describe your loss but I hope the memories you all shared with them throughout your life will be an inspiration and comfort and will last for many years to come. they are happy together and in a better place.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you'll and your families at this time of sorrow. Please accept our condolences.
God Bless!

Myra, Ron, Nigel Jason, Sean and Cheryllin.

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My goodness Sheila, we are so very sorry to hear that....very sad but fitting that they are together again. We are praying for you all. Please convey our most deepest sympathies to the family.

Lianne Payette

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Oh, so sorry to hear the sad news. Our sincere sympathies to you all. In thought and prayer

Love
Merlyn
Mississauga

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Thanks Sheila for letting us know. our heart felt sympathies to the Castelino Family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May they soul rest in peace. they are in peace together.
With love and sympathies. God bless you and your family

Gertie Gonsalves.
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Sorry to hear the sad news Sheila but God's plans are great where they are concerned. May her soul rest in peace.

Yvette
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Dear Sheila,

It is indeed disheartening to hear the passing away of two great and compassionate persons from our lives. They will be dearly missed by us. We do remember their love, compassion and helping nature when we first landed in Canada with the family. Accept our heartfelt sympathies.Be assured of our continued prayers and please let us know, if we can render any help.

Sorrowfully yours
Regards,

Max, Nancy & family

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Hi Sheila and Roy
Your e-mail came to me as a great shock I am truly sad to hear of your loss so soon after Dad leaving us My sincere condolences to you and your family. I will be there for Mum's Funeral.

Once again I am sorry for your loss

Kind Regards
Walter - ICCA

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SWEET SHEILA.

CASTELINO GET TOGETHERS WERE JUNE JULY AND LATER THIS COLD WINTER IT IS JANUARY- WE PRAY FOR THE DEPARTED WITHIN A WEEK - THIS IS OUR SECOND - DOUBLE IN ONE MONTH - - A WELL KNOWN FAMILY FRIEND LOST BOTH PARENTS WITHIN A WEEK .HENRY BAB AND ROSI BAI WERE LIKE PARENTS TO LUISA AND I - WE WILL NEVER, EVER FORGET THE MOST BEAUTIFUL VACATION WE HAD WITH THEM - THE MEMORIES AND PICTURES ARE HERE AND WILL STAY WITH LUISA AND I FOREVER. WE THE LIVING WILL GET TOGETHER SOON AND TALK OF THE GREAT MEMORIES THAT WE WILL CHERISH TILL DEATH DO US PART.

LAWRENCE AND LOUISA

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Hi Sheila,

I am really shocked and saddened to hear of A.Rose's passing away. I am so sorry to hear of it especially because I had just attended uncle's funeral on Sat. If there is anything we can do for you pls call.

Our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies in your grief to you and the family.

Love, Francis and Vivian

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Dear Roy, Sheila, Clayton, Crystal, Chantal & Esther
Dear Allan, Felicia, Sean, Shelley & Josh
Dear Lance & Ian

Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you all at this sad time. It's not easy having lost your Dad and now, so soon, your mum. They were always dependent on each other and I'm sure you are right that he could not leave her behind and definitely she could not be without him. The consolation is that they are both together for all eternity.
We will be there to pray for them both. May their souls rest in peace for all eternity.
Love
Leandru, Kathie, Jonathan & Rebecca
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Our sincere heartfelt condolences go out to the Castelino family. U. Henry was such an affectionate, loving and pious gentleman with a constant smile on his face. We treasure the times we spent with him during Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving and other visits. Another great memory is when we visited him at the nursing home where we talked and sang together. Uncle Henry will always be remembered in our hearts and prayers. May God grant you all the courage to bear this great loss.
May his soul rest in peace.
Terry, Iona and Tania Abreo

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To The Castellino Family,
Please accept our sympathies & Prayers.
Nirmala, Ronnie and family

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So sorry to hear about mum, Sheila. Our deapest sympathies to you and the the Castelino family. Our thoughts and prayer are with you all.

Xavier, Lynn, Sean and Krystal.

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Dear Sheila & Roy,

We’re at a loss to know what to say to all of you…it’s a shock and we’re very saddened to know about Mrs. Castelino’s passing, especially so close to Mr. Castelino. While there is some comfort in knowing they are reunited again for eternity, it’s difficult to lose two parents and grand-parents in any circumstance. My husband and I are still dealing with the loss of my father-in-law from mid November….not sure it’s something you can ever come to terms with.
Please know that we are here for all of you – if there is anything I can do, please do not hesitate to call me.
God bless to all of you – you are in our prayers and thoughts. We’ll be there Saturday.

With love
Sharon
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Always sad to lose a dear one, especially a parent and now both, less than a week apart! I attended the Funeral Mass last Saturday for Henry but did not realize that Rose was so bad. It was a beautiful service and very largely attended.
Our prayers and support are with them all.
Regards.

Manuel and Oretta
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We are in a state of a shock. We were thinking & praying for her & now we her this.
Joe & myself feel sad that we are missing both the funerals. As I said, we were very fond of them both. Please accept our sympathy & we know how you feel.
God is great!!!!
Our love to you all.

Joe & Bonita
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Dear Sheila,
My Loving Friend Henry, Could not stay long away, without the Pure Perfume Of Rose My Great friend .
It is a blessing of God that what he united here on earth, may remain united in heaven.
Yes, It is a great loss for us all, Especially for their beloved family. Our Hope is that they will be always very close to us.
We the Sister Disciples of the Divine Master will celebrate the Mass for Henry and Rose on the 20th of Feb.2009 at 7;00 in our chapel. If you can you are welcome to attend.
Every day in memory of them we will pray and offer at the Eucharistic Adorations Rosary etc...
Our sincere condolences to all of you. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow.

I embrace you with Love.
Sr. M. Ferdinanda
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Dearest Sheila, Roy, Clayton, Esther, Crystal and Chantal,
Elias and I want to extend our condolences to your family. We pray for the repose of Henry's soul. May God guide him to the path of eternity.

Elias and Margarita Ong

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Dearest Roy, Sheila, Clayton, Esther, Crystal & Chantal,

Please accept our deepest sympathies for the loss of your dear Mum. She will always be remembered by us, as will your Dad.
When I heard of your Dad's passing last week, I told Donald of how close your parents always were to each other. They were as close as Donald's uncle's in-laws in Bombay. That couple was also close throughout of 50 years of marriage and died within a few days of each other.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lots of love,
Lesley, Donald, Lisa, Julia & David
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Dearest Roy & Sheila and the Castelino family,

We would like to convey our heartfelt condolences on the passing away of mum. You are right, dad did not want her to be alive for too long. I was just talking to you about mum last night and did not expect it to happen so soon. Anyway, you now have dad and mum looking down on you from heaven.
We will always cherish fond memories of A. Rose and U. Henry in our hearts and prayers.
Roy and Sheila, you both are such a wonderful couple and God will bless you immensely for taking such good care of dad and mum to the very end and that too always with a smile!
Please let me know if we can be of help in any way.May their souls rest in Peace.
Love, kisses & hugs at this difficult time and may God grant you the courage to bear this
second loss,

Iona, Terry & Tania
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Hi Sheila & Roy:

We are very sad to hear the death of your mom. Kindly accept our heart felt sympathies. May her soul rest in peace.

We left for India on 26th Dec 08, after visiting India right now we are in Dubai. It is unfortunate for me that I am not able to attend neither dad's nor mom's funeral. I am feeling so bad . I will pray for their souls and I will offer Mass. Trayson was lucky -he arrived in Toronto on 16th and got to attend the funeral of your dad before leaving for Edmonton on the 18th. Please extend our sypmathies to Alan, Felicia, Ian,Lance and children. Take care.

Lots of love

Irene & Paul Mathias
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Dear Sheila and Family:
What a terrible tragedy. As if losing Dad was not traumatic enough. Words cannot express our deep sorrow on the passing of dear Mom. Our deepest sympathies in your bereavement. Please convey our condolences to the rest of the family.
Mom, like Dad, was a gentle soul who helped anybody and everybody all the time, both in Mahim and Toronto.. She brought so many young couples together and was always there to assist whether it was a funeral, a wedding or a family crisis.
May her dear soul forever rest in peace.
May God give you and your family the strength to cope with this dual tragedy.

Yours in grief,
Horace and Rita Coelho
Waterloo, Ontario
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Dear Sheila, Roy and the Entire Castelino Family:We have no words to condole you on the demise of our dear Rose. May the good Lord welcome her into His promise of Resurrection and Eternal Life with Him in Heaven. Rose truly followed Henry even in his passing away. May they both rest in the Peace of Jesus and may the Lord grant you all grace to sustain this loss and help you to cherish their memory.

Vincie, Daphne Rodrigues and children
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Hi Sheila and Roy,

We will pray for the family and our condolences to you and your family.

Tony & Christine

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It's definately been a testing time no doubt particularly the last couple of days and as far as i can see a lot of pain and suffering has been laid to rest.

Our prayers are with you and family Sheila and feel proud for all the things you had done to make their lives lighter and sweeter. Maybe Dad thought of these words before departing from Rose :
"There are many rooms in my Father's house. If there were not, would I have told you that I am going away to prepare a place for you?"

Let's pray they stay united and draw inspiration in this journey of ours,

Prayers from,
Kenneth , Sharlet and Mark.
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Hi Sheila and Roy,

Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. You are in our prayers. Love,

Clara Denzil and family

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Dear Roy, Sheila and family

Please accept our sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy. We pray for strength from God for the family during this sad time.

Denzil, Clara and family

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Dear Sheila and all the Castelino family,

Henry and Rose were so close together in life, and so they are in death. May they both rest together and enjoy theur heavenly reward. They both have lived their lives so well, indeed God has blessed them. We continue our prayers for their repose. You all have done so much for them. Now you can live on with their family values.
God bless you all.

Linus and Betty Rego.
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Hello Sheila/Roy and the rest of the family members:

I write to convey our condolences, once again, on the death of your dear mother. It must be quite an emotional journey for you all, having just said your good byes to your father. Hope the good Lord will give you all the strength and graces to overcome the pain & anguish at the loss of yet, another dear one.
Our meetings with your parents-in-law were few but it was always a pleasure to meet & chat with them. They always held a certain dignity and calm poise and were always welcoming on the couple of occasions we were over to your old place for a coffee after Mass at our old Parish Church of St Andrew’s.
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. With warm love,
Oretta & Manuel, Darryl, Ryan

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Sheila, Roy, Clayton, Crystal & Chantal,

We were so sorry to hear you’ve lost both U.Henry and A.Rose, so swiftly, one after the other. Please accept our heartfelt condolences – I know this must be especially painful for you all, especially Clayton, Crystal & Chantal. We’ve heard so much of them though Syra and can only imagine what truly wonderful people they were and how very close they were to you. I really do regret not having had the pleasure of meeting them. Syra used to tell us about them whenever she returned from Canada and we realized that they were indeed a most amazing couple and their love for each other and for their family, nurtured and filled all around them with love, caring and happiness. U.Henry went and his dear A.Rose followed him so quickly – how beautiful is that. And how sad! They are together and their spirit will always be with you. When we meet wonderful people like this, all I can think of is how fortunate we are to have known them, their presence is a gift – they make life worth living. When they leave, there’s a void that is so hard to fill.. May cherished memories be with you always. We remembered you all at Mass today and said a special prayer for a special couple. May their souls rest in Peace.

With Sympathy
Brian, Sonia & Marissa.
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Dearest Roy, Sheila and family
We shall always hold dear in our hearts the memory of Dad. His quiet presence will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Romuald, Adeline, Keanu and Jascha
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Daer Roy and fly, Alan and fly, Lancy and Ian

We want to let you know although our words are few, your loved ones will be missed and we are feeling sad with you.
Thinking of you,
Love
Alec, Venetia, Yasmin and Alexandra (England)
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Well, this is just too much Sheila.. Wow, they needed each other for sure. Please accept our condolences and heartfelt sympathy.

The Coelho Family.
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Dear Sheila and Roy,
Sorry to hear the sad demise of U.Henry and A.Rosy. I was so shocked to read Syra's mail about A.Rosy's death and I can't imagine what you all are going through right now especially Roy who has lost both his parents in a week's time. May Almighty Lord give you'll the strength to be strong & be there with each other during this sorrowful time. I do understand the pain and sorrow to loose your near and dear ones.
On behalf of A.Mabel, Shaila, Keith, Ronnie, Roydon, Kris & myself, please accept our heartfelt sympathy to you and Roy and all at home.
May the Lord grant them eternal rest and may their soul rest in peace.

With all my luv and prayers,

Sharmila (India)

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Thanks for forwarding me the funeral details. Dear Henry surely got a beautiful and a grand funeral. The whole ceromony was very touching. I must say that he was loved by everyone and he will not be forgotten.

Love
Amy Mathais (Houston)
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Dear Roy,
I just found out from Fr. Julio of the death
of your parents.I am truly sorry and I share
in your sorrow. Rest assured that I'll offer
my prayers not only for the happy repose of
their souls and their full and joyful
participation in the heavenly banquet but also
for you and your loved ones who mourn for their
departure. May the good Lord and our Blessed Mother
comfort you with the belief that your parents who
lived with the Lord and died with the Lord are
now with the Lord.

Fr. Gabe - Fatima Shrine, NY
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Dear Sheila, Felecia, Alan, Roy, Lance & Ian,

With profound sorrow we share your grief and mourn
with you the sad demise of your dear dad and mom
and our dear brother and sister-in-law.
We send you all our deep and sincere sympathies and
condolences. May they Rest in Peace.
We have offered a Mass for Bab on the 24 of Jan and
for Voni on 31st of Jan and will also offer Months
mind on 14th Feb and 19th Feb for their souls.
Thank you for updating us with the details of the
funeral etc.
Love to all of you,
Uncle Albert, Aunty Dora, Cousins and families
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Thank you for the message!! When I would play piano at your place and he would hear it he would smile like his face was going to pop! it was soo cute. And then i remember one time i kissed him and he started to cry and it really really touched me that I kinda did too. Like you say, they really are the epitome of love, and it shows throughout their entire family! :)
I love you all soo much!! Its just so great that he is up there now chillin with all of our other loved ones!! :) he must be having tears of joy now!! i wonder what my dad and him are up to eh? theyre prob having too much fun up there and wondering what all the fuss is about down here.
Anyways, God bless him, all of us here and the whole family a thousand times, let him be a testament and guiding light to all of us for the rest of this short time we have here on earth. HUUUUUUUUUUUUGE HUG AND KISS xoxoxoxxoo
love always,
Chris Miranda
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Thank you for sharing with us the last precious moments you had with Baab. An example of the epitome of his love, as well as your Nana, was the way they welcomed me into the family. I was Sheila Jr's room mate but yet they embraced me and included me in all family events. When I visited he would open the door with a welcoming smile . I will never forget that love and kindness.
Our prayers are with Baab and also the rest of your family.

Love,
Winston, Monica & Isabella
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To all in the Castelino Family,
We are deeply saddened by your loss. We will always cherish the memories of the times we spent together with Uncle Henry and I just wanted you all to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy.
Victor, Christene, Russell and Stephen
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Dear Sheila & Roy,
Thank you very veryy much for giving me the opportunity to be a pall bearer, and to share with you the loss of our most beloved mum Rose. She was truly a remarkable woman who forever will be remembered as a legend in her tiimes. It is not often, that we get to meet such people like her and I will truly miss her as a Mum to us all.
May eternal rest grant her and dad peace! and give you all the strenght to go forwrd, knowing that we will always be there for you.

Love always!
Vic, Chris, Russell & Stephen
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Dear Roy, Sheila and family,

Please accept our deepest condolences on the sad demise of both your dear parents Uncle Henry and Aunt Rosy that happened within a span of a few days. We were very saddened to hear the terrible news. We were privileged to have known your Dad and Mum over the years and we will cherish the fond memories of our earlier years at Nirvana with your family.Our thoughts are with you all and we ask God to give you all the strength to bear this sad loss. May you all seek comfort in knowing that your Dad and Mum are in a better place and resting in the arms of God.

Please convey our heartfelt sympathies to Allan and family, Lance and Ian.

Love,

Ashok, Meena Pais and family (Chicago)
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Dear Crystal

Thank you for the picture of your nana. I know how much you cared for your nana and how deeply pained you are at the moment. Words would mean nothing at this moment, only time will heal this pain. But remember that you loved and cared for your nana and gave her the best always. The times you visited her in the nursing home and entertained her and the other residents was amazing, especially when youth today have no time for old people. Your nana & grandpa will always be watching you and praying for you all.

You take care.

Love you.
Aunty Daisy (India)
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Hello Sheila,
Our hearfelt condolences on the passing of Roy's Mum. It is surely devastating for all of you to have lost both within a span of 5 days. God has a plan and I am sure he will give each of you the strength and courage to bear this loss. We will keep you in our Prayers.
The funeral service was so beautifully arranged and the girls did a fantastic job of speaking about their Nana. May her soul rest in peace.
Bye for now.
Nigel and Sandra

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Thank you for inviting us to the mass and fellowship at your place. We were really touched to be included in this special family gathering. Your parents were truly wonderful people who touched many lives. Crystal's presentation was so beautiful that it brought tears to our eyes. You guys are really special - the love you show each other, shows in the warm and caring human beings your children are.
Take care and keep in touch.
Love

Alex & Liddy
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Hi Sheila/Hi Roy...
Once again my sincere condolences....It is very hard for one to lose one of the parents, and you lost both within a very short period of time. God may rest the departed souls in peace.

God bless.

Avi Gore
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We are very sorry to hear that our beloved "Baab" is not with us anymore. Nigel was very sad to hear that his Grandpa Henry is now in Heaven. Our prayers are for you in your time of sorrow. We love you.
Steven, Syra and Nigel
Chicago
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Hi everyone,

Just a note to let you all know that Steven, Nigel and I are think of you all everyday. You are in our prayers. Again, we are so very sorry for your loss.
Masses will be offered for both Uncle Henry and Aunt Rose at our parish St. Monica, March 28th, 4 p.m. I will mail the Mass Card to Sheila very soon. Also, we will donate to our favorite charity, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, TN, in their names.
Love

Steven, Syra and Nigel. (Chicago)
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Hi Roy and Sheila,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom and dad. It is a very hard thing to go through.
Alyssa Minten (Watford)

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Chantal, I read your email to Sonia about your Baab's demise. Your dad phoned me to let me know about Aunty Rosy's funeral. I really wanted to come to her funeral but I had a busy day on Friday and I could not get an early morning Sat flight to reach on time for the funeral. The earliest I could get to Toronto flying Sat was after 4 PM and that was too late. Your grandparents meant a lot to me. They were simply the best people I have known along with your dad and mom. I will always keep your grandparents in my prayers.
Neville, Sylvia, Sonia and Coreena Rego - Texas
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Dear Lancy, Allan, Roy, Ian & Families,

Please accept our sympathies on the demise of both your Parents who followed each other on their journey to their heavenly abode. Convey our wishes to all the family members as well.

We remember both of them so vividly during our growing up years in Nirvana.....your Dad the soft spoken unassuming yet a distinguised Gentleman that he was and Mum Rosy...her helpful nature and her charming ways with people play before our eyes as we whisper a prayer for them.

Joining me is my Mother Mrs. Angela Pais, my sister Rita Rose, My brothers Tommy & Johnny and their families. Praying that you & your families find solace in these sad moments.

GOD BLESS
Vera Cressie - Mumbai
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Dear Chantal,
Although I had the priviledge to know your Nana for a short time, she left an impression on our lives. She was warm, affectionate and always caring of the well being of others. Your Nana use to make sure we had some refreshments whenever we visited your home.
Later on, even though she failed to recognize me, she was always warm and hospitable. Always worried that I had something to eat and drink. I have never left the Nursing home without a warm and cared for feeling.
The thought that comes to mind is, Aunty Rosie was a very gracious lady indeed.
Adeline
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Dear Allan & Felicia

Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your dear Mom.
My her soul rest in peace.
Take care

Allan & Freda Lewis
Canada
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Hello Allan & Felicia,

Sorry to hear about mum passing away but as you mentioned this is a miracle as the two were so attached to each other and may their souls rest in peace.

God Bless!

Moira
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Our deepest sympathy. Can we be of any help?

Ed & Violet
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Sorry to hear of your mum's demise ... yes i guess your dad did not want her to leave his side ... our heartfelt condolences to you, Felcy, Sean, Shelly and your whole family ... both your Mum and Dad will definitely be in our prayers ........

from the whole family in INDIA
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Dear Felcy, Allan & fly:

Our heartfelt condolences.. May her soul rest in peace.

From all of us in Dubai
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Dear Allan & Felicia ,

I am sorry to hear about the sad demise of your dear mum , Rose . My heartfelt condolences to you and the rest of your family. I will pray for the dear departed soul.

Although this is a hard time for you and your family, I pray that God gives you the strength to go through this period in a gracious manner. I am sure you will always remember and cherish the good times shared and the quality times spent together.

May your parents soul rest in peace .They are now united in God's kingdom.

Lauraine .
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Dear Allan Felicia and entire Castelino family: We are sad to hear this news so soon. It is true Uncle Henry could not live without her even in Heaven.
It is amazing how God plans our last days from this world.
With our condolences and prayers.
Doris and Osie
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Dear Allan, Felcy, Sean, Shelly,
Our heartfelt condolences... May their soul rest in peace.
We have been tryin to call to speak to you, but have not managed to get through. We will try again tomorrow.
Please pass on our sympathies to Roy, Shelia and everyone else.

Love,
Fred, Gladys & Kids.
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Dear Allan and Felcy,
Sorry to hear about Rose Aunty. Please accept our condolences. May her soul rest in peace.

Regards,
Shridhar and Janet
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Dearest Allan, Felicia, Sean, Shelly & Josh,

We would like to convey our sincere heartfelt condolences on the passing away of mum. It looks like dad did not want her to be alone for too long. We do remember the times we spent with both mum and dad during Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving and many other occasions especially during our recent visit to the nursing home on Sun, Dec 7 when they both joined me in singing "You are my Sunshine". They will be missed by one and all and fond memories of them will always remain in our hearts and prayers. May God give you the courage to bear this second great loss. May their Souls Rest in Peace.

Love and prayers,

Terry, Iona & Tania

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Allan,
We deeply regret the passing of your mother. I am sure it is for the
best because your parents were truly inseparable. May God grant them
both eternal rest.
If there is anything we can do to help at this time, please do not
hesitate to ask. You can always count on us.
Our sincere sympathies to you and your family at this time. We will
remember you all in our prayers.

Quinto, Constance and Josh.
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My dearest children Sheila, Roy, Allan, Felicia, and the rest of the Castelino Clan,
Ingrid called me to say that our dearest Mr. & Mrs. Castelino are no more. Indeed it was sad to hear about the loss of both your parents within a short difference of time. My sincere and heartfelt sympathies to all of you, children and grandchildren too.
My son Granville, when he first stepped onto Canadian soil, had only one address to contact - that of Mrs. Rose Castelino. This loving couple welcomed my son all at once, for every festive ocassion he was invited to share a good meal with them, even though I had other close relatives in Canada. I am deeply indebted to Aunty Rose, her loving husband, her sons Roy and Allan and their wives. Dear children, your parents were wonderful people and came from good, hardworking families. Mr. Castelino's Dad was a matriculate in those days and if he had gone to Bombay to work, he would've done extremely well. Mrs. Castelino was from the Silva family (her maternal uncles) who were landlords and believe it or not, owned a Rolls Royce at that time which was later sold for a song.
The Rego's are from Thottam, but settled in Kalianpur. Rose was born in Udipi. Allan's wife Felicia, belongs to this family too. Both Aunty Rose and U. Henry have done good for a lot of families in India as well as Canada. They were living saints. devout, spending their time doing good to others and today they are both in heaven, for sure.
Thanks to Sheila for reminding Ingrid to inform me about the sad news. Thanks to boys for their closeness to both parents. Thanks a million to Felicia and Sheila for taking care of Aunty Rose and uncle and for visiting them frequently in the nursing home and seeing to their needs inspite of their busy lives. Many outsiders told me, when I enquired about their health of the couple, that the two daugthers-in-law were wonderful, always close to the in-laws.
Congrats to both these girls in the midst of their bereavement. Aunty Rose treated them just like daughters.
My condolences to all the family, especially the grandkids who I'm sure, miss them very much.
My love and loads of gratitude to one and all of you who accepted my son like a member of your family.
Aunty Rose and Uncle Henry - May their souls rest in peace.
Yours in sorrow
Mrs. Mary D'Silva
Mangalore

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Dear Allan and Felicia,
Please extend our condolence to you and your family for tha passing of your mom.I think she is in the good hands of God.I truly believe that this things happened sometimes and we don't have control and all we can do is pray that they are in the good hands of our Lord. Our prayers will be with you and your family.
Sonny and Evelyn
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Allan, I'm really sorry to hear that. Well, as someone had told me when my Dad passed away 5 months after my Mum, now they're together in Heaven.

May her soul rest in peace. Our prayers are with her and for all of you.

Anita Fonseca
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Dear Allan, Felicia and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. However, I am convinced that your dad and now your mum are at Rest with Our Lord waiting for them at the pearly gates of heaven. After hearing their grandsons speak so fondly of them at the eulogy, and how close they were - I am assured they are at peace.
If you need any help, we will be honoured to help.
Our warm regards,

Dawn
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Hello Allan,

I am so very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My prayers are with you and the family. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Judy Barreto
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Dear Roy, Sheila and fly,

We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Henry and Aunty Rosy passing away. May their souls rest in peace.It almost seems like they couldn't bear to stay apart even after Uncle passed away. Such was their love. We always remember their visits to India during the Christmas holidays. They were so energetic - morning mass, cooking, entertaining etc. and so regular in their habits. I always marveled at how easily they slipped back into Indian mode the moment they stepped into A/5 Nirvana. Aunty Rosy enjoyed wearing her silk sarees and always looked so graceful in them. Uncle was happiest amongst his files. We always shared a 5 a.m tea together Uncle, Dad, and the three of us. We were always up studying for some exam or the other. Dad, Mum and Atul offer their condolences too.

Love,

Seema, Atul (India)
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We are deeply grieved to hear of the sad demise of your dear dad. No words can really comfort or heal the pain of losing someone so dear to your heart. May GOD of eternal love give you and the family comfort in your sadness, hope in the face of despair, and courage during this very painful time. Please hold on to the many beautiful memories that you have deep within your hearts which will help soothe the pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
May GOD grant him eternal rest.

In Grief
Conrad and Valerie
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Nana looks very peaceful. May the good Lord reward her with the heavenly peace with bab.
love
A.Iris
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Dear Roy and Sheela,
Flavian had mailed us about the sad demise of Uncle and Aunty. In the wake of such a loss, we are usually haunted by things we don't, and may never understand. Yet the solace we seek may not come from answers. So we look for comfort in the belief of love's everlasting connection.
May that love lift you and hold you close, and give you peace. May you take comfort in knowing there are two more angels above us.
"Uncle and Aunty" will always be in our hearts and memories forever.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mog asoundi,
Sadanch tumchya Mogachi,

Wilfy, Meena, Vishwas & Charleen Rebimbus.
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Dear Roy, Sheila and members of the Castelino family

May our good Lord grant eternal rest to our dear U. Henry and A. Rose and may they enjoy His peace in heaven.
With sympathy and prayers

Mummy Winnie, Mum Mary, Durwin, Salome and children

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Dear Lance, Allan, Roy, Ian and families

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of both your mum and dad. We have such good memories of the times we spent together and we want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
With our love
Uncle Charlie, Jennifer, Caroline and Max and family
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Dear Roy
After I left the church on Saturday, I knew exactly what I wanted to say to you in this card. I looked around the church and saw so many people! It told me this man was deeply loved, but more importantly it told me that you are loved also.
I am sure your father was a great person because I see many great qualities in you too.
Sincerely,
Andy and Sonja Ellis
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Mum's love and spirit will always be present amongst us. She will be missed.
Romuald, Adeline, Keanu and Jascha
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We were so sorry to hear that your father and mother, grandfather and grandmother had passed away. Our hearts go out to you and our prayers are with your family. May God bring you comfort with all those wonderful memories and knowing they are now with Him.
With our heartfelt sympathy
Ted, Mary Lou Minten and family
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Dear Sheila and Roy
Our deepest sympathy at the loss of your parents. We pray that God will comfort you and give you strength for tomorrow.
With love
Sandy, Claude, Roy and Dominic
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Dear Roy
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies on the passing away of your dear parents. Our sympathies also go out to your wife Sheila, the children, your siblings Lance, Allan, Ian and their families.
We know how hard it is to lose loved ones. Solace in prayer and the passing of time help somewhat to ease one's pain. You all have been constantly in our thoughts and prayers that God grant you all, the courage and strength to bear this loss.
God bless
Afftly.
Percy and Loretta
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Dear Chantal and Family
May you be comforted by your faith and by God's healing love, which is always with you.
Alidane
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Dear Royston, Sheila, Clay, Esther, Crystal and Chantal
All our family members regret the sad demise of your dear parents and share the sorrow with all of you and pray for their souls.
With fond love and regards,
Julius, Loretta, Loren and Aunt Hazel
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Dear Ian, Allan, Roy, Lance and families
This is to express my deep sympathies and condolences to you all on
the sad passing away of your loving parents. I feel deeply indebted
to them as they have been my good friends too. May their souls rest
in God. I've been praying for them everyday at Mass - they were great
parents and a very loving couple too. Good Bless them
Love
Jacintha (Chicago)
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Dear Sheila & Fly
Our heartfelt condolences to the members of the Castelino family. Sad to hear, our dear aunt Rose"s demise. She was very nice,loving & helpful. I remembered the days which they have spent with us. Indeed they are blessed. Both aunt & uncle lived a long life. They are blessed to see their grand childrens wedding. May Heavenly father grant uncle & aunt eternal happiness in Jesus name I pray. We wil offer mass for their souls.
God wil bless you & your family for taking care of them so lovingly.

Love
Lidwin &fly
UAE
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Dear Allan, Felicia, Sean, Shelly, Josh
Roy, Sheila, Clayton, Esther, Crystal and Chantal
Lance and Ian
We'll remember your Mum is a very special way. She was such a beautiful lady - so kind, so loving to one and all.
Anthony and Phyllis
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To the Castelino family,

With heartfelt sympathy, caring, warmth and love
Aunty Letty, Ivan, Stella, Melody and Chris
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To the Castelino family
My prayers for Dad and Mum's souls and for each and everyone of you
as you try to overcome your sadness. I will always remember them as
kind, gentle, welcoming - they accepted everyone with so much love
and giving.
My heartfelt condolences, thoughts and prayers
Afftly.
Margie F.
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Dearest Sheila and Roy
You both loved your parents and that's why you both have been fortunate and proved yourselves. Dad and Mum are in a better world with Jesus and may God bless you both.
(Mum could not wait to join Dad- God bless her)
Dolly Braganza
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We share in your sadness at this time, with the loss of both parents - we console ourselves that they are in a better place for sure.
Cecy Mascarenhas, Ivan, Chris, Muriel, Mel and Marsha
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May God in tenderness impart courage and comfort unto your heart.
With love and heartfelt sympathies on your sad loss. God bless all of you.
Dorothy and Colburn Rosario
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Dear Roy, Allan, Lance and Ian, Sheila, Felicia and all the grand kids

We were deeply saddened to hear about the passing away of dear Dad and Mum who were not only such an exemplary, loving couple but also loving and caring parents and grandparents and friends to so many of us. It is very difficult to accept this great loss but we have to believe that God was kind to them and ended their suffering by taking them to their heavenly abode and granting them their life long wish of being together. They have both left such a wonderful legacy and they will both intercede for all of you from their heavenly abode. They were so fortunate to have such a wonderful family who lovingly and tirelessly cared of them till the end. All of you will be blessed abundantly for all your love and sacrifices.
Please know that although we are so far away in India at present, we are with all of you in spirit, thoughts and prayers. Please accept our heartfelt sympathies.

With our love and prayers
Cyril and Merle
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Dear Lance, Ian, Allan, Roy and families,
Please accept our condolences. We will pray for Uncle Henry and that
God will give you all comfort during this difficult time.
Love
Sheila, Darryl, Nathan and Nicole
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Dear Sheila and Roy, Crystal and Chantal
We were sorry to hear about Rose's passing although I can hear Henry rejoice in heaven. This must be a very difficult time for you to lose both parents within a week. You told me last week, that they were ready and Rose's passing so quickly only proves that Clay mentioned in the eulogy that were so "in sync". Boy, are they ever!! Our thoughts are with you - We hope there will be just as many people in the church to comfort you as there were for Henry's funeral. We wish you strength . May God be with you.
Love
Wies and Toos DeNijis.
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Sorry to hear about your parents.. My condolences to your family.
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Nick, Hazel, Alex and Andrew
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Dear Roy Sheila and family
May the love and caring of friends give you comfort. May the love of God give you peace.
Melwyn, Eryl and family
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Dear Lance, Allan, Felicia, Roy, Sheila, Ian and families
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We are shocked like you that both your mum and dad are gone 5 days apart. But we are also happy that they are together forever in heaven.
Kevin and Judy Coelho
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To Rose Castelino and family
May Henry's soul rest in peace. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Love
Gertie Gonsalves
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Dearest Lance, Allan, Felcia, Sea, Shelly, Josh, Roy, Sheila, Clay, Esther, Crystal, Chantal and Ian
We are very saddened by your loss and you are all in our prayers at this time of sorrow.
With love
Arnold, Catherine, Adrian and Jessica
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Our condolences and deepest synpathy to your family
Sincerely,
Elias and Margarita
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Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time
With caring sympathy, God Bless
Rose de Rozario and family
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Dear Allan, Felicia, Roy, Sheila, Lance and Ian
May you find strength and comfort to help you through this time of sorrow
With deepest sympathy
Aunty Dora, U. Albert and family (India)
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Allan
To you and your family my most sincere sympathy on the passing away of your father
M. Cowan
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To Allan and family

We were so sorry to hear of the passing away of your Mother and Father. You and yours are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joan and Ted Shelley
Gary and Vicki Burkholder
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My thoughts are with you
Walter
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To our dear Allan and Felicia
Our deepest sympathy! Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. God Bless
Ivan, Tina and Natasha
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Dear Allan and family
You are cared about so very much at this time of loss. So sorry to hear about both passings. You are in our prayers.
Tracy and Steven Devereux
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Dear Allan, Felicia, Roy, Sheila and the rest of the Castelino family,
We pray for you in your time of loss. With our thoughts and our deepest sympathies,
Love
Veronica and John
Geri Nick and Alexia
Stan Angelica and Emily
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Allan
Thoughts are with you at this difficult time. My condolences
Kim Shiplo
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Our deepest sympathy
Our thoughts are with you
Brent, Leanne, Dylan and Griffyn
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Dear Felicia, Allan and family
Coral mentioned the sad passing of your parents and few weeks ago
and we would like to extend to you and your family our deepest
sympathy. We hope that you will be comforted by being with family
and friends
Nicki and David Mascarenhas
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Dear Allan, Felicia and family
Mum's love and spirit will always be present amongst us. She will be missed.
Romuald, Adeline, Keanu and Jascha
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Allan
Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim Slomka
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Dear Alan
Sending you sympathy and wishing you comfort.
Sue Bousfield
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Dear Allan and Felica
Just a note to tell you that you are in our prayers along with your parents who we pray are resting peacefully with our Lord.
Sincerely
Patti and Vince Gonsalves
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Dear Allan, Felicia, Sean, Shelly & Josh
With thoughts of sympathy and a special prayer that God's love will see you through this time of sorrow.
Love and God bless
Jean and Susan Rego
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Dear Allan and Felcy:
Extremely sorry to hear about your
mum. May her soul rest in peace.
Celine and Jayant
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Dear Allan, Felicia, Sean, Shelly and Josh
Our prayers are with you and also with the dear departed souls of your mum and dad (Nana and Baab)
Winston, Monica and Isabella
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Allan
I'm very sorry for your loss
L. Webb
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Dear Allan, Felicia, Sean and Shelly
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your father (grandfather). When I think of Henry, I remember his warm smile. I am sure you all have wonderful memories of him. May these memories help you through this difficult time. Pl extend our sympathies to the rest of your family. We are thinking about you all.
love
Art, Shanthi, Gavin and Kayla
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Allan,
A hearfelt wish for peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Love
Domenica, Sean and Keny
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At this sad time, when there is little anyone can do, may you know that many understanding thoughts are there with you.
With sympathy
Vera and Jenny Ruse
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Allan and Family
With my deepest sympathy on the loss of your father.
Nadia
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To Allan and family
Although we know at such a time there is little we can say,
We want you to know that you are in our thoughts today
Customer Care dept.
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Thought of in sympathy and friendship
Allison
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Dear Allan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,
Sincerely,
John Zantila
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Dear Allan
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
I can't imagine losing both your Mom and Dad
in this short period of time -
my heart and prayers go out to you and yours!
Sincerely
Maggie Fry
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May the loving memories of your parents help you through this difficult time
Margaret Anderson
Retiree of A & P
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Sending you my sympathy and prayers and letting you know my heart goes out to you and your family at this time of sadness
With deep sympathy
Susan Smith
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Dear Allan
Sending you sympathy and wishing you comfort. Our most sincere condolences to you and your family.
Wilson Truck Lines
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Dear Roy, Sheila, Clay, Esther, Crystal and Chantal,
We express our deepest sorrow on the passing of your Mother and Father. We hope that you will find solace in the presence of family and friends.
From all of us at Canada Customs - Vista Cargo Terminals
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Allan and family
I'm very sorry to hear of your losses
Rose Dalesandro (Bicchierai)
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Allan and Family
My prayers are with you at this difficult time
With sympathy
Zorba Radon
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Roy Sheila and Family
At such a time words always seem like futile things but may you feel the sympathy this hearfelt message brings
Charlotte and family
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We will keep your Dad and Mum in our daily prayers for their souls may rest in eternal rest.
When Henry and I worked at B & K Shipping, I found him to be kind, honest and religious man.
Yours in sorrow
Cajetan & Cecilia Gonsalves
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Allan, Felicia, Roy, Sheila, Lance and Ian and families
Please accept our deepest sympathies. We remember Uncle Henry fondly - always smiling and content. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family.
Warmest regards,
Sharon, Lianne and families

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Dear Roy, Sheila, Allan Felicia and families, Ian and Lance
Please accept our sincere and heartfelt sympathies during this great loss and difficult time.... Your father will be greatly remembered.... May his soul rent in Peace!
Noreen and Richard
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Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss. May God be with you and your families in these hours of grief. Just wanted you to know that we are there for
support in whatever way we can.

Leo, Moira, Daphne, Beverly and Dalton
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Our sincere condolences to the Castelino family. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Derrick, Oreska, Dan and Olivia

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Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing away of your dear Dad. We offer our prayers that God grant him eternal rest. May you treasure the memories of his life and may they bring you comfort and joy in the days ahead.

Trevor Fonseca
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Our sincere condolences go out to the family members of Mr. Henry Castelino. Uncle Castelino as he was fondly known to us, was a kind and loving gentleman. Our memories of him, going way back to his young days in Nirvana, will be cherished and fondly remembered. It was a pleasure knowing him and may
God grant his soul eternal peace.

Auriole, Joe, Katie and Nick
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Hey Crystal,

Thank you so much for your lovely message and photos. Even though it's very sad to lose
beautiful Rosie, it goes to prove they were meant to be together forever.
Eddie (England)
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Dear Lance, Allan, Felicia, Roy, Sheila, Ian and family
Our heartfelt sympathies on the passing away of Uncle Henry. May his soul rest in peace.
Arlene, Anand and Andrei

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Allan, Felicia and family
Please accept our condolences on your loss. Allan, I'm sure your father was very proud of his family and lived a long life so as to witness their many accomplishments. We pray that he will be welcomed by the Father into an eternity of His love and peace.
Sincerely,
Terry and Vivian Lundy
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We wish to express our deepest condolences to all the surviving members of the Castelino family on the passing away of the Patriarch. May God grant you the strength to bear this loss. May his soul rest in peace.

Aloysius, Suzanne, Siobha and Louise
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We send our sympathies to all the members of the Castelino family in this time of deep sorrow at the passing away of the Castelino Matriarch. May God grant each and every one of you the strength and solace to bear this loss. May his soul rest in peace.

Aloysius A. Pinto
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Please accept our condolences on the passing away of your dear Mother. We pray that you are given the strength to cope with this loss as she is now re-united with her dear beloved husband.
Louise, Siobhan, Suzanne and Loy

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Dear Roy and Sheila
We pray and hope you are slowly recovering from the sad loss but am sure you take comfort in knowing that your parents are in the best of care and comfort - free from pain and suffering. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
God bless and fond regards,
Collin and Zena
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Sheila, Sorry to have missed the funeral as we were in Bombay. However, we did offer our mass and prayers for Mum.

Melba and Philip
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Dear Lance, Allan, Ian, Roy and family,
Heartfelt condolences to all of you and your families on the passing away of your Dad. May his soul rest in peace.
Len and Lorraine Rego
Perth, Australia
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We are very sorry for your loss

Shanthi Michelle Aranha
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Our sympathies and condolences to you during this difficult time.

The Pinto Family
Poughkeepsie, NY
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Dear Rose and family,
It is with sorrow that we learned of Mr. Castelino's death. We pray that the family will get the strength from the Lord to bear this loss of beloved and gentle husband, father, father-in-law and grandfather. We will be praying for the repose of his soul at daily mass when we
attend church today.

Vivienne, Vianney and Rosalie
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No person is every truly alone
Those who live no more
Whom we loved
Echo still within our thoughts
Our words, our hearts.
And what they did
And who they were
becomes a part of all that we are,
Forever.

James D. Wilson
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Dear Lance, Allan, Felicia, Roy, Sheila, Ian and family

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. It is sure that your dad is now rested in a better place and for all of you, we pray that you will be blessed with peace and courage to accept this great loss. Parting from someone is never easy and surely we have great memories to cling to, so take courage.
Loads of love,
Elvis and Elona, India
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Please accept our sympathies on your sad loss.

Peter and Audrey Sequeira (Malad)
Sandra and Lloyd Pinto (Malad)
Terrence and Doreen Sequeira (Perth)
Clarence and Judy Sequeira (USA)

Terrence Sequeira
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Royston and family,
May the love of those around you help you find succour.
Eternal peace shine upon your dad. Amen

Mark Sajan Pinto (Sharjah)
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Dear Lance, Allan, Felicia, Roy, Sheila and Ian

We were shocked to hear about the sad demise of mum in such a short span. We are sure the Lord has a perfect plan and thought it would be the best place for them to be together. The most important thing one leaves behind in this world is the priceless gift of love and its endless memories and we have so many great memories of mum. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of mum and dad and rest assured you all are in our prayers so that you'll find comfort and peace to tide through his difficult time.
Love
Elvis, Elona, Elroy, and Elmer (India)
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May God give you the strength needed in these hard times.
My sincere condolences

Ada Mendez
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Dear Roy, Sheila and family
I got the news of the sad demise of your Mum and Dad but could not be in touch with you as I am presently in Pune on deputation for the last four months since Oct 15, 08 on a special assignment of ERP (SAP) implementation.
Mum, Loretta and Loren join me in expressing our deepest sympathies, though delayed.
We remember them in our prayers that they rest in peace in the land of the Lord and that he gives you the strength at this time of grief.
Will be in touch.
love and regards
Shyam and family (India)
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To Lance, Ian, Allan, Roy and all your families
I was saddened to hear the news of your parent's deaths.
The blog was sent to me today. I remember the good times
in Nirvana and in spite of all the mischievous fun your parents
had a lot of patience with us. I recall A/5 Nirvana and other
memories that your parents happily contributed to our growing
days and to the Nirvana Society. May their souls rest in peace.
It was good to see pictures of all your families too on the blog.
Len Rego, his folks, Sequeiras, Sheila Vaz and Malcolm Dunbar,
Trevor and few of the Mahim folks live close to us in Perth.
Our sincere sympathies
Jerson, Lorraine, Sheldon and Shannen Moniz.
Australia

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Dear Allan, Felicia, Roy, Sheila, Lance and Ian
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of both your
dad and mum. In times such as this, it is difficult to express
how one really feels. We share in your sorrow, and know that
you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love and God bless
Orlando and Jean

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Dear Roy and Sheila
We often think of your parents and pray for them. Thanks for sharing
pictures on the website.
Linda, Nazario and Larissa
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We are very sorry to hear about your parents passing away. Please
accept our heartfelt condolences. We have good memories of
your dear parents- they were unforgettable. May their souls
rest in peace.
With prayerful thoughts.
Ozie, Dotty, Selma, Roy and Terri - Chicago

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We are very sorry to hear about the recent passing of
both your parents. We hope you find comfort in
your family and friends.
Mafalda and Mario

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You are always in our thoughts and prayers.
Aunty and Uncle are in a much better place,
watching over all of you.
With much love from
Ernie, Mary, Steven, Kenneth and Michael

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May it comfort you to know that your loved
ones have gone to a better place. God bless.
With love,
Olive and family
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THE HOLY SACRIFICE OF THE MASS IS
OFFERED FOR THE REPOSE OF THE SOULS OF
ROSE AND HENRY CASTELINO BY :

Valerie Alexander and family
Lynette and Hazel and family
Gerry, Nicole, Michael, Dan, Christine, Marine, Jane, Rachel (Texas)
Jude and Sandra
Benzie, Marilyn, Jason and Jake
Suresh, Pamela, Cecy and Neville
Francis, Vivienne and Jason
Marguerite Fonseca
Tom, Macrina and Reena
Norma and Tony Barone
Elsie Castelino (Chicago)
Percy, Loretta Mathias and family
Stan & Jessie Rodrigues and family
Cyril & Merle Castelino
Michael, Sharon, Kyle, Jared and Holden
Lianne, Louis, Mathieu, Alex and Jenna
Selma and Bert Pinto
Romuald, Adeline, Keanu and Jascha
Louella and Boswick Colaco
Mohan, Clareen, Fiona, Peter and Clifton Prabhu
Brian, Pearl D'souza and family
Iris and Charles Menezes
Sr. Grace (India)
Oreska, Derrick and family
Lean, Kathy and family
Renato, Lorraine and family
Patricia, Neil and family
Auriole, Joe and family
Michael and Karen
Iona, Terry, Tania Abreo
Jean and Orlando Rebelo
Francis Coelho and family
Ivor, Sally Coutinho and family
Sister Disciples of the Divine Master
(Sr. Monique and community)
Barnabite Fathers - Our Lady of Fatima Shrine, Lewiston
Flavian and Minette & family
Rosy and Stanley Mascarenhas, India
Kevin and Judy Coelho
Durwin and Salome Coutinho
Yvette D'souza
Peter and Earl Almeida
Carol Anderson
Jennie McRae
Gertie Gonsalves and family
Saroj and Jerry D'Souza
Jean, Malkan, Madhu Pinto
Gertie Gonsalves
Militza and Fanny Embry
Monica, Jean and Susan Rego
Sheila and Francis D'Souza, Burlington
Irene and Paul Mathias
Jerry and Vivian Lundy
Quinto and family
Reg and Rina Dias
Edward and Violet Fernandes
Anthony and Babsie Rodrigues
Anthony and Phyllis Fernandes
Justin and Anna Saldanha
Amy Mathias & Family
Collin and Zena
Alda and Anibal Lopez
Monica, Winston & Isabella Vaz
Dora & Albert Sequeira and family
Vincy, Lavita, Anishka and Giselle Saldanha
Alwyn and Margaret Sequeira
Jerry, Hazel, Nicole, Leslie Lobo
Susie, Chris, Nigel, Shilija, Angeli
Syra, Steven and Nigel
Nazario, Linda and Larissa
Ozie, Dotty, Selma, Roy, Terri - Chicago
Grace, Milton, Jennifer and Ginella
Cyril and Merle Castelino
Mary, Ernie, Steven, Kenneth and Michael Baughan
Olive and family
Joe and Bonita Lobo

Memorial Donations made by :
ICCA - To the Sister Disciples of the Divine Master
Alphie Lobo - to World Vision
Pat and Cathy Wan - to The Fatima Shrine, Lewiston

Flowers of remembrance :
Cyril, Merle Castelino and family
Mohan, Clareen and family
Dora Sequeira and family
Vincent Saldanha and family
Metro Ontario Inc
Wilson Truck Lines
FCH Warehouse
Pearl and Brian D'souza
ICCA Committee
Iris and Charles Menezes
Sundeep Mudarth and families
Sanjay - Brassex
Pat and Kathy Wan
Distribution Centre
Lance and Ian
Allan Felicia
Roy Sheila
Sean, Shelly and Josh
Clayton, Esther, Crystal and Chantal
Gail and Mary Doe
Margarita and Elais Ong
V.B. Sharma and staff

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Some cards and messages received, weren't legible,
so please excuse us if your message isn't posted here.

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A special 'THANK YOU' to Mum and Dad's private nurse, Judy Tupas who tirelessly and lovingly cared for them.
Thank you to Father Eddie who has been a great friend to Mum and Dad, for celebrating the funeral and requiem Masses, to Father Julio for con-celebrating the Mass for Mum.
Thank you Fr. Ritchie for your frequent visits to the nursing home. Sorry you missed both their funerals - Hope to see you when you get back from India.
Thank you also to the staff at Tyndal and Westbury Nursing Home.
Thank you to the staff at Turner and Porter Funeral Home and to Rosa at The Assumption Cemetary for being so patient and caring.
We wish to thank all those who visited Mum and Dad at the nursing home, for your emails, telephone calls about their welfare, for bringing food over to our house during our time of bereavement, your visits, for attending the funeral, for your offering of prayers, flowers, donations to Rose and Henry's charities, for your love and support and friendship. You all have been a great source of comfort to us.

The Castelino Family

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To our darling Mum and Dad, Nana and Baab,
We will never, ever forget you. You will stay loved all the days of our lives. You both were the best parents, in-laws and grandparents. Rest in peace.
Pray for us.
We love you,
Lance,
Allan, Felicia, Sean, Shelly, Josh
Roy, Sheila, Clay, Esther, Crystal, Chantal
Ian

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Rose Castelino is survived by her brother Michael Rego (England)

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Henry Castelino is survived by his sisters and brothers :

Mary Vaz (Switzerland)
Joseph Castelino (India)
Mohan Prabhu (Ottawa)
Sr. Grace (India)
Iris Menezes (Brampton)
Girish Prabhu (England)
Rosy Mascarenhas (India)
Dora Sequeira (India)

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