Carole Roxanne Castles

On December 30, 2024, Carole Roxanne Castles (73) passed away unexpectedly at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, Missouri.

 Carole Roxanne (Roxy) Castles was born on December 21, 1951, in Grinnell, Iowa, to Paul and Louise Bruns. She was the youngest of four children, with three older brothers: Stanley, Gary, and Dennis who she loved dearly. 

Roxy grew up with a deep love for music and spent her life sharing her talent with those fortunate enough to know her—both adults and students. She was a lifelong learner, always eager to expand her knowledge. She earned her bachelor's degree in education from Buena Vista University and applied her passion for learning to her teaching, inspiring countless students throughout her career.

For 50 years, she shared her life with her soulmate, William (Bill) Castles. Their love brought two children, Cara Anne Buckley and Johnathan Paul Castles, into the world, along with two cherished grandchildren, Madison Anne and Elijah Paul. Roxy adored her golden retrievers, Gracie and Willow, who were her constant companions, as well as her beloved grandpups.

Her life touched countless people, whether through her work in the classroom, leading a church choir, teaching piano lessons across multiple states, or sharing her love of travel and gardening. She valued friendship deeply, always making time to listen and connect—except when the Iowa Hawkeyes were playing!

Roxy was a devoted member of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), a 50-year member of the Eastern Star, a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Ann Hayes Chapter, the Daughters of the American Colonies, and the Christian Women Connection.

A Celebration of Life for Roxy will happen on Friday, January 3, 2025, at 2 pm at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) located at 100 N High Street, Kirksville, Missouri.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to honor her legacy. Contributions may be sent to the United Way of Northeast Missouri, P.O. Box 112, Kirksville, Missouri 63501Attention: In honor of Roxy Castles.

Funeral arrangements in the care of Playle-Rimer-Millard Family Funeral Chapel.