Josue Castillo

Josue "Josh" Castillo, a Hispanic male beloved for his generous spirit and deep devotion to his family, was a man who found joy in simple pleasures and the happiness of others. Born on December 15, 1978, in Exeter, California, to Pedro Jr. and Maria Castillo, he was raised and attended school in the nearby Central Valley town of Lindsay. For over 15 years, the 38-year-old worked as a freight broker in the transportation industry, a career where he was known for his strong work ethic.

His life was full of love and activity. Josue was the proud father of four children: two sons, Jonathan and Joshie, and two daughters, Destinee Maree and Claudia. He cherished spending time with them above all else, and his world revolved around their well-being and happiness. He was famous for throwing memorable birthday parties for his kids and making holidays special. He is also survived by his parents and his three sisters, Alma Florez, Juanita Hernandez, and Myrna Salinas. Those who knew him recall a man with a wide array of hobbies, including golfing, fishing, camping, and cooking. He was often the life of the party at family barbecues and was known for his love of music and even shopping. Friends and family remembered his immense kindness and his innate desire to help people.

The circumstances of his final day are not publicly known, but the life of this devoted father and friend was cut short on Tuesday, February 21, 2017. On that day, Josue Castillo was found deceased in Fresno, California. Authorities have classified his death as a homicide, but details regarding the cause of his death, the location where he was found, and whether there were any witnesses have not been released to the public.

The investigation into Josue Castillo’s murder is being handled by the Fresno Police Department. In the years since his death, law enforcement has not publicly identified any suspects or persons of interest in connection with the case. There has been no information released regarding potential motives, evidence recovered from the scene, or any leads that detectives may be pursuing. The case has grown cold, leaving a family without answers and a community with an unsolved killing.

Shortly after his death, Josue's family held a visitation and a Celebration of Life service at the Seventh Day Adventist Church in his hometown of Lindsay on March 3, 2017. He was laid to rest at the Lindsay Strathmore Public Cemetery. In his obituary, his family requested that any donations be made directly to them to help with expenses during their time of grief. A message left on his memorial page from someone who held him dear reads, "I miss you everyday. There's not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. You were an amazing Dad... You will always be precious to me!"

As of today, the homicide of Josue Castillo remains unsolved. His loved ones are still waiting for justice and for someone to be held accountable for his death. The Fresno Police Department continues to seek information from the public that could lead to a breakthrough in this case.