Obituary of Howard CASTLEBERRY

Howard Dean Castleberry passed away December 10, 2010 in Lake Havasu City, AZ at the age of 63. He was born to Willard and Edith Castleberry on August 21, 1947 in Los Angeles, CA.Howard served proudly under the direction of the United States Army doing 2 tours of duty during Vietnam and was honorably discharged as Staff Sergeant. Following his discharge, he stayed on with the Reserves. He married his beloved bride, Susan Marie Baeyens on May 23, 1970 and together they made Arizona their home 32 years ago from Southern California. Howard was the easiest man to get along with; he loved everyone and was fun loving to be around. He loved to dance, loved motorcycles and liked working on his '65 VW bus. Howard held memberships with the Vietnam Motorcycle Club, Elks and the American Legion. What really made Howard happy was when he was able to visit The Wall twice. Howard leaves behind his wife of 40 years Susan Castleberry; daughter Rachel Nicole Castleberry of Prescott, AZ; brothers Clyde Castleberry of Corona, CA and Gary Castleberry of Eugene, OR; one sister, Della Keener; two nephews Gus Baeyens and his wife Jodi and John Rowe; niece Wendy Redman and her husband Chris; sister in law, Bonnie Rowe and her husband John and brother in law Eddie Baeyens and wife Lori.He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Geraldine Keller.A celebration of Howard's life will take place on Thursday, December 16, 2010, 1:00 PM at Lietz-Fraze Chapel. The VFW Post 9401, American Legion Post 81 and the Patriot Guard will offer words of comfort and inspiration.In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to Hospice of Havasu, PO Box 597, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86405.Thoughts and condolences may be submitted to the family at www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.com Arrangements were placed under the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home & Crematory.