Corina Perez Castro's Obituary
Corina P. Castro, beloved daughter, sister, mother, Grandma CC, colleague and friend went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at the age of 68. Our precious Corina was born July 13, 1955, in Dallas, Texas.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Gloria L. Perez and father, Arturo D. Perez; brothers, Arturo L. Perez Jr, Carlos L. Perez, Jesus R. Perez (Roy) and beloved sisters, Irma Long and Marcella Perez.
She is survived by sisters, Anita Castillo, Lydia Lopez, Margie Elliot, Connie Martinez, Vickie McCoy and husband, Jimmy McCoy Sr., Cynthia Lopez and Gloria Small and husband, Jeff Small.
Corina is also survived by her lifetime partner, Guillermo Morales of 27 years; former husband, John Richard Castro Jr. and their children Vanessa C. Sias, Veronica M. Castro; and John Raymond Castro and wife, Crystal R. Castro.
Grandma CC had six precious grandchildren, Stephanie M. Reyna and husband, Jesse Reyna, Alyssa Y. Sias, Daniel Sias Jr., Karina N. Abelino, Samantha J. Castro and John Raymond Castro Jr.
Corina was blessed with two great grandchildren, Jaslene Gonzalez and Lucas F. Gonzalez.
She leaves to cherish her memories with numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, a host of friends and colleagues.
Corina loved dancing, shopping, helping others, and enjoying life. She cherished gatherings with family, friends and colleagues, delighting in sharing home-cooked meals and creating lasting memories with those around her. She never met a stranger, her laughter and loving nature will truly be missed.
Corina Castro, the longest-tenured employee in Community Council of Greater Dallas history celebrated her 49th Anniversary on June 15, 2024. Corina was a cherished member of Community Council of Greater Dallas.
Corina’s mother, Gloria Perez was instrumental in the War on Poverty in the 1960’s and introduced Corina to Community Council in 1975 when she was 19 years old. Corina was hired as a secretary to the Executive Director Norman Morehead in 1975. She worked for Mr. Morehead for 30 years until his retirement. She was in charge of preparing for all of the Agency on Aging’s Community Events and made sure that everything was presented professionally and smoothly.
She was actively involved with the Texas Silver Haired Legislators and the DAAA Advisory Council. Corina was a constant reassuring presence at Community Council working under 6 different supervisors and under 5 different CEOs. She was committed to helping those in her community who were living in poverty and spent her life assisting others.
Corina loved to read and share books and had a book exchange with several employees who shared her passion for reading. Her co-workers especially remember Corina for her meticulous organization and her tireless dedication to her job. Even though she hated driving, and often rode the bus to work, she showed up for her job. Through snow, sleet, or rain she set an example for the rest of the staff with her hard work and cheerful disposition.
Her absence leaves a hole in our hearts. In Corina’s honor, the Community Council’s "Employee of the Year Award" has been renamed the "Corina Castro Employee of the Year Award."
Pallbearers:
Jason McCoy
Mark Castillo
Anthony Salazar
Mark Cornejo
Juan Rodriguez
Fidel Castro
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