Antonio Garza Castillo

Our beloved Antonio G. Castillo, aka “El Rey de Las Fajitas”, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, September 20, 2011, at the age of 79. He was born on September 22, 1931 in Floresville, Texas. Mr. Castillo was preceded in death by his beloved sons, Antonio Castillo, Jr. and Leroy G. Castillo. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Virginia V. Castillo; daughter and son-in-law, Rebeca and Eugene Contreras; son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Mary Castillo; daughter, Yolanda Aleman; grandchildren, Melanie Hernandez, Daniel Castillo, Jr., Jessica Contreras, Jackie Contreras, Jennifer Castillo, Tracy Castillo, Selina Allen, Gabriel Castillo, Katrina Aleman and Jacob Aleman; numerous great-grandchildren and many friends he made throughout the years. Mr. Castillo proudly served in the US Army as a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division during the Korean War. He then became a professional boxer and then trainer to his sons, many American, Japanese and Korean boxers, to children at the SANYO Boys Club, as well as to prominent lawyers Alan Brown and Jerry Turner. Through boxing he was able to meet and became good friends with the late sports commentator Dan Cook and many others. Mr. Castillo also worked as a Printer at Kelly AFB where he retired after 25 years of service. Alongside his wife and family, Mr. Castillo operated three restaurants in the west side of San Antonio; the last being the well known Don Simon Restaurant for over 15 years. “Tony” enjoyed traveling and often spoke of places he wanted to visit. He loved to tell stories from his boxing years and of his travels to New Mexico and numerous other states where he sold his famous fajitas at local events. He will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. A special thank you to the loving staff at Mystic Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center for their patience and wonderful care; and to his daughter and caregiver Becky, who gave countless hours and days of unconditional care to her father until the very end. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Sunday, September 25, 2011 at Trevino Funeral Home 226 Cupples Rd followed by a 7:00 p.m. Rosary that same evening . Procession will depart from the funeral home Monday, September 26 at 11:30 a.m. for a 12:00 p.m. Mass at St. John Berchmans’ Catholic Church. Arrangements under the direction of Funeraria Del Angel Trevino Funeral Home, San Antonio, TX.