85, of Phoenix Arizona passed away on April 13, 2013. She was born in Las Cruces, NM. She married the late Alfonso B. Castillo in 1945, and they lived together in Rodey, NM before relocating to Tulare, CA and later moved to Phoenix, AZ.
Maria is survived by two children: Maria Elena Moreno and Alfonso L. Castillo of Phoenix. She also is survived by seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren: one great-great grandchild; one brother; one half-brother, one half-sister and numerous nieces, nephews: cousins and special friends. Visitation 5pm-8pm with a Rosary at 7pm, Thursday, April 18, 2013 at Resthaven Park Mortuary 4310 E. Southern Ave. Phoenix, AZ. Funeral Mass 10am, Friday, April 19, 2013 at St. Edwards the Confessor Church 4410 E. Southern Ave Phoenix, AZ followed by Interment at Resthaven Park Cemetery Phoenix, AZ.