Chris Castle's dad Ron Castle passed away

Danny Hammers · Post by **Danny Hammers** » 30 Oct 2012 2:23 pm

Steel Guitarist, Chris Castle's dad Ron Lee Castle passed away at 43 years old last Sunday the 28 Oct
He was on stage with Chris and told Chris he was hot when he collapsed
and died on the way to the hospital of a massive heart attack
Viewing is today Tue at 9am to 9pm and Wed 9am-1pm Service Wed the 31st at 1pm
Jones-Preston Funeral Home
in Paintsville, KY

Bo Borland · Post by **Bo Borland** » 30 Oct 2012 3:28 pm

Only 43!! what a shame.. condolences to CHris and his family ..

Randy Gilliam · Post by **Randy Gilliam** » 31 Oct 2012 4:17 am

Prayers for Chris and his Family, Randy Gilliam.

Greg Wisecup · Post by **Greg Wisecup** » 31 Oct 2012 6:07 am

Absolutely shocking! Very sad to hear this. Just saw him a couple weeks ago. My heart goes out to Chris and the family.

Jaynette Mondie · Post by **Jaynette Mondie** » 31 Oct 2012 6:33 am

We are so saddened by the news of Chris' dad's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with Chris and his family...

Dick Sexton · Post by **Dick Sexton** » 31 Oct 2012 8:34 am

Saw Chris at Chubby's show in Dayton... My heart goes out to Chris and the family...

Jerry Van Hoose · Post by **Jerry Van Hoose** » 31 Oct 2012 8:35 am

I'm both, saddened as well as shocked after learning the news just minutes ago of Ron's death. During the early 90's, I played steel with Ron at many different venues. Actually, I'm very well acquainted with everyone in Ron's entire family. My thoughts & prayers go out to all of them. Indeed, a very sad day.

Bob Callaway · Post by **Bob Callaway** » 31 Oct 2012 10:59 am

We are truly saddened by the news of Ron's passing away. It was our honor to have known the Castle family for many years. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to Chris,and family. May the Lords peace be with all of you!

Bob & Barbara Callaway
Margit Stepp Derby Steel Guitars

bruce fischer · Post by **bruce fischer** » 31 Oct 2012 12:53 pm

prayers & condolences to the castle family at this sad time.
i only met ron once, what a nice man!
bruce & lynn

Tamara James · Post by **Tamara James** » 31 Oct 2012 4:31 pm

I'm am so sorry for your loss. know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tim Sergent · Post by **Tim Sergent** » 31 Oct 2012 5:46 pm

Chris,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your dad...and at such a young age. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Tim

Nick Reed · Post by **Nick Reed** » 31 Oct 2012 5:59 pm

So sorry to hear about Ron's passing. Chris, you and your family are in our prayers!

Nick & DD

Tamara James · Post by **Tamara James** » 31 Oct 2012 7:45 pm

I found this picture that I took at Chubby Howard's show October 2012. I wanted to share it. Chris on Steel and his Dad singing.

Dustin Rigsby · Post by **Dustin Rigsby** » 1 Nov 2012 7:16 pm

Chris,
I am very sorry for your loss.

Chubby Howard · Post by **Chubby Howard** » 4 Nov 2012 2:50 pm

Chris, I'm so sorry to hear the tragic news about your dad. Your dad was a great man and was proud of you as a son and a musician. He is going to be sadly missed by me and my son, Tony. If you need anything Chris, I'm just a phone call away.

Deepest sympathy,
Chubby

Ron Page · Post by **Ron Page** » 5 Nov 2012 9:25 am

My goodness! I've enjoyed seeing them over the past couple of years at Chubby's show. I know he was proud as a father could be of Chris' steel playing.

Sincere codolences to all the family and friends.

Gary Preston · Post by **Gary Preston** » 30 Nov 2012 8:44 pm

Chris , i just heard about your dad today . I am so sorry to hear this . May God comfort you my friend . G.P.

Jim Snowman Mitchell · Post by **Jim Snowman Mitchell** » 2 Dec 2012 10:37 pm

Chris,

Buddy I'm so sorry you have my deepest sympathy

Jim "Snowman" Mitchell

Rick Johnson · Post by **Rick Johnson** » 3 Dec 2012 5:47 am

Chris...somehow I missed this post....I'm truly sorry to hear such sad news...God bless you....
Your dad will always be with you...

Rick

www.rickjohnsoncabinets.com

Jason Putnam · Post by **Jason Putnam** » 3 Dec 2012 7:23 am

Chris, I don't know you but I know what you are going through. My father and I had a special bond playing in a band together. When i lost him in 2005, It was the hardest thing I've ever faced. Playing music is not the same without him. But I keep on playing for him. Just trust in the Lord for he has called your father home. God Bless.

b0b · Post by **b0b** » 4 Dec 2012 11:35 am

Just to clear any confusion, Chris Castle's dad Ron Lee Castle is not the Forum member Ron Castle, who is alive and well. Two different people.

My condolences to Chris. It's so hard to lose a parent.

Jerry Reece · Post by **Jerry Reece** » 15 Dec 2012 11:19 am

Prayers for Chris and his Family

Jerry Reece

The Steel Guitar Forum

Chris Castle's dad Ron Castle passed away

Chris Castle's dad Ron Castle passed away

Prayers Sent.

So sad...