Michael Castillo

Michael Castillo, 36, of Amarillo, TX passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, July 15, 2017.

Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Friday, July 21, 2017 at Power Church, 1344 S.E. 10th, Amarillo, Texas 79102 with Pastor Manny De Los Santos officiating.  Burial will be in Llano Cemetery.   Arrangements are by Schooler Funeral Home, 4100 S. Georgia.

Michael was born on February 4, 1981 in Portales, New Mexico.  He spent most of his life in Amarillo. He never missed a chance to have fun. Michael had a smile and laugh that would fill a room. He was humble, giving and had a heart of gold.

Michael enjoyed discussing history with his daughters, nephews and nieces. He was an avid sports fan, especially the Dallas Cowboys and enjoyed playing baseball.

He was preceded in death by his niece, Haley Ortiz of Amarillo; his grandparents, Enrique and Pauline Ayala and Leo and Jesusita Castillo, all of Hereford.

He is survived by two daughters, Makala and Monica Castillo; a grandchild on the way; two step-children, MaKaidyn Layman and Rylee Carrillo; his fiancé, Lauren Layman, who he had planned to marry next summer; his parents, Robert Castillo, Sr. and Frances and Roy West; and his siblings, Krystal and Willie Garcia, Robert, Jr. and Lance Castillo, and Robert and Minerva Estrada; a niece and nephew, Neveah and Noah Castillo; along with many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Michael touched many lived in his short time and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Visitation will be held Thursday, July 20, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home.