Paulina Castanares

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Paulina Abreu Castanares, 102, passed away March 04, 2025. A cherished matriarch, Paulina touched the lives of all who knew her with boundless love, wisdom, and unwavering kindness.

Born on January 18, 1923, in San Fabian, Pangasinan, Philippines, she spent her life nurturing her family, her community, and her many friends with grace and compassion. She was a woman of great strength and gentle spirit, known for her generous heart, her delicious homemade meals, and her ability to make everyone feel welcome and loved. Her home was a haven, always filled with laughter, warmth, and the comforting aroma of her famous leche flan and birthday pancit. Her family was her greatest treasure, and she found so much joy in watching them grow and thrive.

As a devoted wife to her beloved husband, Tranquilino Castanares, their bond was one of true love and partnership. Together, they built a life full of shared memories, joy, and laughter. Their love story was a shining example to all who witnessed it.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Tranquilino. Her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and sister, Eugenia.

- Arsenio and Regina

     - Mark and Leigh

     - Ryan and Ailene, their son Brixton

     - Leah

- Benjamin and Marlina

     - Bryan and Deanna, their daughter Brynna

     - Blythe and Cyrus, their daughter Miane

     - Daven

     - Liana

- Cecilia and Oscar

     - Christine

- Zoilo and Minda

     - Patricia

- Sofia

     - Ezekiel

- Rebecca and Francis

     - Philline

     - Phiona

A funeral service will be held at Forest Lawn on March 26, 2025 at 11:30 am, followed by a celebration of life.

We find comfort in knowing that Paulina is now at peace, reunited with those she loved. Her love will remain with us forever, and she will always be missed, but never forgotten.