Marilyn Kaye Castles

Marilyn Castles, age 87, of Springfield, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Capitol Retirement Village in Springfield.

Marilyn was born on December 13, 1938 in Springfield, Illinois, the daughter of Everett and Lucille (Rogers) Piggott, both deceased.

She married Terry Castles, Sr. December 22, 1956.

Mourning her passing are her children, Jo Ellen (Robert) Croft II of Athens, Beth Anne (John) Reinhardt of Springfield, and George (Michelle) Castles, Jr. of Greenview; four grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Terry Castles, Sr. in 1990; a grandson, Andrew Croft; sister, Rita Thomas.

Marilyn graduated from Lanphier High School in 1956 and attended Brown’s Business College.

She worked for many years in administrative, secretarial, and bookkeeping positions, with retirement from the Federal Government.

She was a lifetime member of West Side Christian Church and Royal Neighbors of America.

Private graveside services will be held at Horse Creek Cemetery in Pawnee, Illinois.

Memorial contributions can made to the Animal Protective League or West Side Christian Church.

Mott & Henning Funeral Home is assisting the family. On-line condolences can be shared at www.mottandhenning.com.