Paula Bengoa

Paula Castellon Bengoa, 83, of Lubbock passed away peacefully on October 4, 2014 with her family at her side as she completed her life’s journey. A memorial service will be held on Sunday October 12, 2014 at Iglesia Bautista Templo at 6:00 pm.

Paula was born in Midland, Texas on July 29, 1931 to the late Desiderio and Rosa Hill Castellon. Her dad moved around frequently with work therefore Paula had a childhood filled with discovering and learning new places. She married the love of her life Rev. Eustorgio Bengoa in September 19, 1951. Together they enjoyed a life full of family and service to the Lord. Paula and her husband were long time members of Iglesia Bautista Templo. She was a member of the Seniors Group as well as the DORCAS ministry, where she ministered to the homebound. She also served as a Chaplain at UMC for a period of time. In her spare time she enjoyed sewing and quilting, she made great memories with the ladies in her quilting group working on new projects and finishing up old ones.

She was preceded in death by children; Olga, Enoch, Joel and siblings; Petronilo, Romana, Espirio, Leandro, and Benigno.

She is survived by her children, Indalecio, Eleonay, Andrew, Elias, Deborah, Joshua, Nathaneal, Eleazar, and Jonathan; her siblings Reyes, Teofilo, Aurora, Augustina, and Marta; numerous loving grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Paula will be remembered a devoted and strong Christian woman who had an unshakable faith. Her devotion to the service of people in need will forever be remembered. She leaves a strong legacy of love and cherished memories for her family to hold onto.