Raúl Héctor Castro 1916 – 2015

Biography

Raúl Héctor Castro was born on June 12, 1916, in Heroica Ciudad de Cananea, a town with deep roots in Mexican history and mining heritage. He would go on to establish himself as a distinguished figure in the American legal system, dedicating his career to the judiciary. His life spanned nearly a century, witnessing tremendous changes in law, society, and the American Southwest.

Castro’s professional accomplishments in the judicial field left a meaningful mark on those he served and the communities he touched. Throughout his career, he carried with him the background and values of his birthplace while contributing to American jurisprudence. His work as a judge represented a commitment to justice and the rule of law that defined his professional identity.

On April 10, 2015, Castro passed away in San Diego, California, at the age of 98. He was laid to rest at Sedona Community Cemetery in Coconino County, Arizona—a final resting place that reflects the deep connection he maintained to the American Southwest throughout his life. His legacy endures through the lives he influenced and the judicial system he served with dedication.