Judy Castle, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and faithful servant of Christ, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on February 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and the promises of eternal life.

Judy was the devoted wife of Steve Castle, for 64 years of marriage. Their marriage was built on love, friendship, family, and faith. They especially enjoyed traveling and making memories together.

For 34 years, Judy worked at Samaritan's Purse viewing it as a ministry of service more than a job. She was an active member of Perkinsville Baptist Church, where she worshiped faithfully. Music was close to her heart, and she had evident joy when singing.

Some of her sweetest moments were spent on beach trips with her sister and cousins, laughing together, and cherishing family.

Though we will miss her, we take comfort knowing she is with her Savior and has heard, "Well done, good and faithful servant."

She is survived by her loving husband, Steve Castle; her children, Stephanie Byrd (William) and Todd Castle (Anissa); her grandchildren, Samantha Hawkins (Charlie), Hamilton Castle (Liney), Tanner Byrd, Heather Byrd, and Anderson Castle (Brooke); her great-grandchildren, Harlowe Hawkins, Everette Byrd, and Kitt Castle; and her sister, Ann Shore (George).

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lon and Hazel Aldridge, and her brother, Cecil Aldridge.

Funeral services will be conducted 3:00 PM Wednesday February 25, 2026, at Perkinsville Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Mount Lawn Memorial Park and Gardens. Pastor Seth Norris and Reverend Toby Oliver will officiate.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 3:00 PM, prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Samaritans Purse Disaster Relief Fund, P.O. Box 3000 Boone, North Carolina 28607.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hamptonfuneralnc.com

Hampton Funeral and Cremation Service in charge of the service.