Lenda Lee Castleberry - Walker Funeral Home

On Saturday, November 28, 2020, our mother and grandmother passed away at her home of 54 years, in Spanish Fork. She was born on May 27, 1941, in Spanish Fork, Utah, a daughter of Demar and Helen Diamond Beck.

Lenda grew up in Leland and that small community was always a very special place to her. She had one brother and two sisters and had a very happy childhood. She graduated from Spanish Fork High School. She married Glen Charles Castleberry on April 28, 1960. Together they had one son, Neal, and a daughter, Sheila.

She worked for many years as a school secretary at the Spanish Fork Middle School and later at the Payson Junior High. She befriended many students over the years and was loved by all the students with whom she came in contact.

Lenda was an amazingly positive person and always had a smile for everyone she met. She enjoyed the mountains, being outdoors, and especially loved thunderstorms. She loved walking to the ballpark to watch her family play. She took flying lessons and always loved being in planes. She enjoyed painting in oils and playing the piano in her living room. Most important to her, always, was her family.

She is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She loved to visit the temple. She served in many church callings over the years, possessing an in-depth knowledge of the scriptures, and taught gospel doctrine for many years.

Lenda is survived by her son, Neal Beck Castleberry; and her daughter, Sheila Dawn Simpson; her five grandchildren: Nelson, Chase (Lindsey), Cole, Annalee and Nikolas. She welcomed her first great-granddaughter, Sage, this fall. Also survived by her brother, Ronald (Shirley) Beck; and sister, Bonnie Cass (Bruce). She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Glen; and sister, Betty Rae Larson (Ted).

Private funeral services for family will be held Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Walker Funeral Home.

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9 Condolences for Lenda Lee Castleberry

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Brad jex says

December 2, 2020 at 2:09 pm

So sorry for your loss of your mom she has touched a lot of lives she was an amazing lady with a testimony of the gospel. A great friend of my parents in 9th ward.

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Neal says
December 16, 2020 at 6:05 am

Thank you Brad.

Kent & Pam Wing says

December 2, 2020 at 9:37 pm

Our heart goes to the family for love and memories when we live in does Spanish Fork Days …
She was so kind & friendly, really enjoyeiz her gospel doctrine class in the 9th ward & Spanish trails ward..
She will always be missed and has earned her way to the next life.
Kent & Pam Wing

Janece Hughes says

December 4, 2020 at 8:02 pm

Neal and Sheila, I was so sad to read about your mom’s passing. I loved her. She was positive and kind, she remembered my name and would ask about my family. I loved how genuine and kind she was. I remember her being my mom’s visiting teacher and that she always checked on our family and I felt like she found joy coming to our home. You were blessed with a wonderful mother and I know you will miss her so much. I pray you will be comforted and find joy in happy memories. Love, Janece

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Neal says
December 16, 2020 at 6:04 am

Thank you Janece for remembering.

Carlyle K Bryson says

December 5, 2020 at 4:34 am

Neal, I’m sorry to read about your mother’s passing. It’s very hard to have a parent pass on. Sincerely. Kay Bryson

Neal says

December 16, 2020 at 6:07 am

Thank you for remembering Kay.

Nyla Smith Belliston says

January 26, 2021 at 7:20 pm

I am one of Lenda’s original 433 Merrill Hall roomies who kept in touch with her through the years. And yes, I was one of the roomies responsible for her bathtub photo in college that made it into her scrapbook. Our last email exchange was the latter part of October. I was concerned I had not heard from her and subsequently learned on the Internet of her passing. I was able to view the video of pictures and the streaming of her service. My heart is hurting right now but I know she is celebrating with her loved ones.

Linda Rodriguez-Skinner says

February 10, 2022 at 5:11 pm

I worked with Lenda at the Spanish Fork Middle School many years ago. We kept in contact through the years. My Christmas card returned this past Christmas. I was concerned so I started to Google her name and noticed her obituary. I am saddened that I wasn’t able to visit with her before her passing. She was a wonderful influence in my life. I so enjoyed our visits and discussions about the gospel. I will always treasure her friendship and love. I so look forward to seeing her again. I hope that I can end up being where she will be in the presence of God. Love you Lenda! I look forward to going on another bike ride along the country roads of Spanish Fork.

Lenda Lee Castleberry May 27, 1941 - November 28, 2020

Private funeral service for family will be held

9 Condolences for Lenda Lee Castleberry