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James Castilaw

The funeral service for James Castilaw will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Victory Baptist Church with burial to follow at Victory Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:00 – 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at Riverwood Family and will resume from 1:00 p.m. until time of service on Wednesday at the church.

James Castilaw, 90, of Brookhaven, died November 2, 2024, at his residence. He was born in Brookhaven, MS on April 1, 1934, to Bill Castilaw and Bessie Walls Castilaw.

He was a member of Wellman Baptist Church and later Victory Baptist Church. James was a boiler maker and served as the business agent for the State of MS for twelve years. He felt great joy in doing things for others such as cutting grass or bush hogging a field. He would grow a large vegetable garden and give most of it away. Sometimes, he would drive to the Farmer’s Market in Jackson just to buy fruits and vegetables for family and friends. James loved the Lord and was a devoted husband, father, and friend to many. He will be greatly missed.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Juanita Castilaw; and sister, Faye Williamson.

Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Randy Castilaw (Karen), Mark Castilaw (Katrina), and Regina Lynn Douglas; sister, Helen Thompson (Tommy); four grandchildren, Brandt Castilaw, Nikki Hynum, Shelly Castilaw, and Benjamin Douglas; and one great grandchild, Tucker Keith Hynum.

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  • Comment Link Missy Rhodus Wednesday, 06 November 2024 11:47 posted by Missy Rhodus

    Regina, Mark and Randy, I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. What a blessing to know you will one day be together again. Prayers for a peace that passes all understanding…
    Wish I could be there to pay my respects in person today…
    God bless and keep you each day going forward…

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  • Comment Link Daphne Montgomery, Nikki Hux’s mom Wednesday, 06 November 2024 08:46 posted by Daphne Montgomery, Nikki Hux’s mom

    Regina, so so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Loved talking with him and your mom when they came in at Poppa’s! Also any time around town. Also loved your mom, she also always talked to me! Loved them both! Praying for you and your family!

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  • Comment Link Sheila Mason Tuesday, 05 November 2024 23:06 posted by Sheila Mason

    Regina, I am so sorry to learn of your Father’s passing away. Our prayers are with you and your family during this time and months to come. It is definitely hard to lose your parents but they will live on your heart. Try to focus more on the good times and the love you had for him and the love he had for you.

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  • Comment Link Debbie smith Tuesday, 05 November 2024 09:30 posted by Debbie smith

    Regina, Randy&Mark , Regina I’m very sorry about your dad! He was a sweet man every time I saw him! Keeping you in my prayers for the days ahead!! God bless each one of you and give comfort in the days ahead! Love you ????

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  • Comment Link Rusty Williams Monday, 04 November 2024 20:17 posted by Rusty Williams

    Was greatly respected, loved and will be missed by all who had the honor of knowing Mr. James

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  • Comment Link Angi Quin Boyd Monday, 04 November 2024 18:25 posted by Angi Quin Boyd

    So sorry to hear about Mr. James. Really thought the world of him and all your precious family.

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  • Comment Link Wanza McGuffie Monday, 04 November 2024 13:44 posted by Wanza McGuffie

    I am so sorry for the loss of your precious Daddy and Grandfather.
    Mr. James was such a sweet man, and dear friend to me and my family. It will be hard to look over at “his pew” and not see him each Sunday.
    I know there is a huge void in your hearts. But please know that I am keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
    God bless and comfort each of you in the days and weeks ahead.

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