Diann J. Castillo, nee McCandless, 67, of Belleville, IL, born Thursday, February 11, 1954, in Brookfield, MO, passed away Friday, July 2, 2021, at Memorial Hospital East in Shiloh, IL.
Diann was a district manager for Simply Fashions based out of Birmingham, AL, for 20+ years. She was a member of Faith Family Church, Shiloh, IL. In her free time, Diann loved to play bingo, go to the casino to play slot machines, watching her “soaps” and reading Danielle Steele novels. Diann and Victor were avid “cruisers” and took Carnival cruises anytime they could get away. She loved her grandkids more than anything in this world and will forever be affectionately remembered as “Maw Maw.” Diann and Victor have been married for 42 years and their love was definitely one for the storybooks.
She was preceded in death by her:
- Father, Raymond R. McCandless
- Mother, Ina Jondro (Avery)
- Brother, Franklin L. Smith, Jr.
Surviving are her:
- Husband, Victor Lee Castillo of Belleville, IL
- Daughters:
- Tracey Wolters of Belleville, IL
- Victoria (Brad) Wilken of Belleville, IL
- Christina (Mike) Masters of Costa Mesa, CA
- Grandchildren:
- Isabella Wolters
- Layton Wilken
- Landry Wilken
- Sister, Betsy (William) Clossen
- Many nieces and nephews and close friends who were like family
- Her fur baby, Minnie
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Visitation: Visitation from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, Thursday, July 8, 2021, at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, Illinois.
Funeral: Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm, , July 8, 2021, at Kurrus Funeral Home, with Pastor Rick Hufton officiating. Private family interment will follow at a later date.
8 Comments To "Diann J. Castillo"
#1 Comment By Twana Smith On July 4, 2021 @ 3:09 pm
I loved her and she was a beautiful person inside and out!
#2 Comment By Teresa Roach On July 4, 2021 @ 8:27 pm
Diann was a beautiful person inside and out. She was a great friend and co-worker. She will always be remembered and loved. Sending prayers for the family. You will be missed my friend.
#3 Comment By Cheryl Smith On July 4, 2021 @ 3:35 pm
Everyone could learn a great lesson from Diann’s devotion to her family. Her steadfast love could weather all of the life challenges that were put in her path. I will never forget her zest for life and her tremendous strength. It brought me great joy to see her beautiful marriage to Vic and their youthful adventures at Disney, despite the limitations of age. Rest in peace, dear one, and give your brother a hug for me.
#4 Comment By Tim and Katherine Bird On July 4, 2021 @ 3:43 pm
We could not have been more blessed to have Diann in our lives. She added a spark and sizzle to everything!
#5 Comment By Harry Roither On July 4, 2021 @ 4:01 pm
Be comforted the she will no longer suffer from that terrible disease and that one day you will be reunited for eternity..I will pray for you . Harry Roither
#6 Comment By Sheryl Barry On July 5, 2021 @ 2:21 pm
I met Diann coming out of an empty building to which would become the first Simply Fashion store of a very successful district in the midwest. We both stopped and asked each other questions as I had been recruiting for staff. I quickly realized she would become an asset to our team. What I didn’t realize was just how lucky and blessed I was to have such positive energy, knowledgeable, hard-working, funny, talented, smart, loving, compassionate, and true friend I would have the rest of my days. The rest is history as she took over the district. Diann, thank you to you and your family for taking in my family and for way too many memories to mention. You will always be an inspiration to me. Thank you, my friend, I love you and God Speed. Win big in heaven Diann! All my love and prayers to your family.
#7 Comment By Pam Palovick On July 7, 2021 @ 11:42 am
I haven’t seen my Aunt Diann in way too long, but I have always loved her and she was always in my thoughts. She has helped me so much throughout my life and I have always appreciated it. I am so glad she had a wonderful marriage and a loving family who she treasured. Fly high, Diann and rest in peace.
#8 Comment By TIFFANY On July 7, 2021 @ 8:58 pm
Vicki,
Remembering your wonderful mother and wishing you comfort, my family is keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.