In Loving Memory of Martha Elizabeth Castillo, 92 of Key Largo FL, who passed away on February 15, 2018 at White Oak Nursing Home in Rutherfordton, NC. Martha was born on August 18, 1925 in Miami, Florida where she grew up and she resided, until she became a resident of Key Largo, Florida for the last 40+ years.

She is survived by her daughter Paulette Castillo Mick and Son-in-Law John C. Mick of Rutherfordton NC; her granddaughter Jean Mick-Jollay and her husband Kenny Jollay of Lake Lure, NC. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Alfred "Fred" E. Castillo; her father Nikola J. Winkelmann and her mother Eunice D. Logan-Winkelmann; sister Dorothy E. Winkelmann and brother James R. Winkelmann. She leaves behind many Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Family Friends who were very dear to her.

Martha was a Life Member and past President of the Ladies' Auxiliary, to the VFW Post 10211 in Key Largo, Florida She was also a Member of the American Legion, Moose and Miami Pioneer Club. She loved animals and donated her time and fundraised to support the Humane Society of Key Largo. She was very gifted at sewing, knitting, crocheting, arts & crafts, and enjoyed cooking. She designed and built several "Buddy Poppy" displays for the Annual VFW Convention contest, to represent Post 10211. For years she worked with her husband, delivering the Miami Herald in Key Largo; she was known as "Paperdoll". She had a heart of gold and a smile that would light up a room. She loved music, dancing, and was an avid bingo player. Her family and friends will miss her dearly!

A graveside service for all family and friends to attend, will be held Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 2:00pm, at Flagler Memorial Park; 5301 W. Flagler Street, Miami, Florida 33124. Martha and Fred will be laid to rest together.

Branam Funeral Home in Homestead will be handling the arrangements. Located at 809 N. Krome Avenue, Homestead Florida, Ph: 305-247-3131. No visitation or service at this location. They will provide a processional for Martha and Fred; from Homestead to Flagler Memorial Park in Miami, for the graveside service.

In Lieu of Flowers, donations can be made to the Upper Keys Humane Society, PO Box 370511, Key Largo, Florida 33037, Ph: 305-451-3838 (In Memory of Martha E. Castillo, resident of Key Largo, Florida)

Martha loved flowers! Family would prefer potted plants if possible, so they can be planted "In Memory of Martha", at her home in Key Largo. Please contact Hirni's Wayside Gardens, 9950 SW 57th Ave. Miami, Florida 33156, PH: 305-667-6977 or Branam Funeral Home.

On Sunday, February 25, 2018, from 2pm to 5pm the Family will hold a "Celebration of Life" at Blackwater Siren Grill, located at 107690 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo, Florida (Ph: 305-780-7382). Family & friends are welcome. Crowe's Mortuary and Crematory assisted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.crowemortuary.com.