Mike Castillejos, a retired bank manager and longtime resident of Menifee, Ca. passed away suddenly at the age of 61 from complications of pneumonia. He passed away with family by his side at the Menifee Valley Medical Center on January 14, 2018.

Mike is survived by his wife of 34 years, Darci and his children, Nicole 31, Richard 28 and granddaughter Alyssa 11; his mother Stella Castillejos and his sister Aida Sarah (John) and nephew Anthony.

He was born on February 11, 1956 to Richard and Stella Castillejos in Los Angeles, California. He graduated from Cantwell-Sacred Heart of Mary High School and attended Cal State Long Beach University. He married Darci Dee Marshall on August 20, 1983 at St. Hedwig Catholic Church in Los Alamitos, Ca.

Mike was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and loyal to his church, friends and community. Mike is an inspiration to all with his self-less giving to many organizations in the Menifee community. He was passionate about the American Cancer Society "Menifee Relay for Life" for many reasons that were near to his heart which led him to serving on the organization committee for the past 10 years, including as Chairman. He joined the Rotary Club of Menifee in 2001 and held many offices and served as President for 2006-07. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council#7846 since 1997 and was Grand Knight for 2 yrs. He received Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce "Citizen of the Year Award" twice. The Menifee Valley Community Cupboard and Santa's Workshop also benefited from his leadership. Mike was fun loving and full of life. He was an avid sports fan, especially for the Chargers, Dodgers and Kings and enjoyed playing golf and listening to music.

He will be deeply missed by his wife Darci, his children, family, friends and all who knew him.