1916
2010
Elda Pearl (Miller) Castle, 93, of Great Falls, a retired rancher and homemaker, died of natural causes Saturday at a local nursing home.
Visitation is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today at O'Connor Funeral Home. Her funeral is 10 a.m. Saturday at O'Connor Memorial Chapel, with burial in Highland Cemetery. A reception will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church after the burial.
Elda was born April 22, 1916, in Wilmot, S.D., to Nathan and Anna Marie (Christianson) Miller. She was the youngest of eight children. When she was 10, they moved to Mohal, N.D., where she attended school. She graduated in 1934. The family moved to Fort Peck and her father was a carpenter on the Fort Peck Dam. That is where she met her future husband, Alfred Castle, and they were married Oct. 17, 1936, in Fort Peck, Mont. They moved to Great Falls in 1939.
Elda was a homemaker, and she and Alfred ranched near Fort Shaw from 1960 until 1973. When Al retired, they traveled all the states in their motorhome. When she lost her husband to cancer in 1984, Elda continued traveling on her own. She toured Europe, went on a 10-day cruise and spent most days traveling to another card party. She taught many people how to play pinochle and would play any card game for hours. She also enjoyed knitting, swimming, water-skiing, bingo and playing Texas Hold'em. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and would just light up when they came to visit.
Elda was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, RSVP, Scandinavian Club, Just a Mere Club, Sun River Valley Senior Center and Ramblin' Sam Club. She volunteered many hours at the gift shop at Benefis Health System.
Survivors include her sons Dennis (Pat) Castle of Great Falls, Delwyn (Holly) Castle of Tucson, Ariz., and David (Karen) Castle of Fort Shaw; 10 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her husband Alfred, she was preceded in death by sons Dale (Arlee) Castle and Daniel Castle (infant).
Condolences may be posted online at www.oconnorfuneralhome.com
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March 22, 2010
To Those Who Loved Elda: May you feel God's comfort now and in the days to come. Elda's probably teaching the angels how to play pinochle. We are praying for you.
Calvary Chapel of Great Falls
2 Corinthians 5:17
March 20, 2010
Dave and Family, Elda was one of the first volunteers I met when I joined RSVP and she was a wonderful volunteer. She will be missed by many in our program. You are all in my thoughts. Audrey Finlayson RSVP Director
March 19, 2010
Dave, Karen and Paxton, We are so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I remember the time she and I just sat down and laughed when we discoverd our 8th grade sons (Dave & Ed) had each decided that the other family was rich.
Helen and Ted Brandt
March 19, 2010
Sandy Pepos
Dave and Karen and Paxton~ I am so sorry to read of Elda's passing. Elda and my grandma Karolina Schmidt were very good friends going to church together and attending church women's functions. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this time. A fine lady who will be missed. . Sandy, Matt, Mathias and Karolina Pepos
March 19, 2010
TO THE CASTLE FAMILY MOM WILL ALWAYS REMAIN A PART OF OUR CENTER AND GREATLY MISSED AND MY SYMPATHY TO ALL YOU MAY GOD BLESS MARGE SHAWN SHANNON FEBACK
March 19, 2010
Dan Flanagan
My Family's thoughts and prayers go out to all of the Castle Family at there loss.
The Flanagan Family
March 17, 2010
John Huston
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
March 16, 2010
Greg Kaurin
Dear Dennis and Family:
Childhood memories of playing pool in Gramma Castle's basement, with rootbeer at the bar are some of my cherished memories. I will miss her and am thinking of all of you.
March 16, 2010
The Sun River Valley Senior Center and Aging Services were so lucky to have had the many hours of dedicated service that Elda so willing gave to the Center and to Aging Services. Elda was always willing to help with the activties at the Senior Center and her presence will be missed.
We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. Blessed be the memory of a very special person.
Nancy Wilson
Cascade County Nutrition Program
March 16, 2010
Dan Payne
To the Castle Family -
I am sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved mother. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
March 16, 2010
Carol Wetzel
David, Karen & Paxton,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know that the wonderful memories you have will keep her with you forever.
Carol
March 15, 2010
Annie greenwood
To the Castle family- Elda was a sweet, gentle soul and will be missed by many, I consider myself lucky to have met and befriended her-
Annie Greenwood
March 15, 2010
Chris & Tammy Hindoien
Dennis, Delwyn and David - May you and your families feel strength in this time. The memories of your mom will last forever, and she is watching over all of you.
March 15, 2010
Patty Kessner
Dave and Castle Family; My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom. You must have a treasure box full of memories of your mom to last a lifetime. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
March 15, 2010
Bobby Nelson
I had the opportunity to get to to know Elda when she was a patient at TCU. I enjoyed working with her, she had a way of bringing smiles to those that were around her. She also made work worth coming to. She will always hold a special spot in my heart. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family and friends.
March 15, 2010
Ronda Lee
To Dave and the rest of the Castle families; I am sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I hope all the blessings you receive will support all of you in this time of need GOD bless
Ronda Lee
March 15, 2010
Barb Johnson
To all the Castle Family,
I will always remember Elda as a loving and caring person with a wonderful sounding laugh.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Barb Paul Johnson
March 15, 2010
Steve & Jannette Brekke
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
March 15, 2010
Chris Hindoien
Dennis, David and Delwyn - My thoughts and prayers are with you right now. Please know she is in a better place with her sisters and other family keeping a close eye on us in our lives.
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