The Honorable Mayor Marc “Rick” R. Casteel, 62, of Paden City, WV passed from this life on Sunday, April 18, 2021 at his home.
Mayor Casteel was born January 29, 1959 in New Martinsville, WV; son of the late Glenn Casteel and Patti (Shaw) Casteel of Paden City, WV.
He was a retired operator for the former Ormet Corp., a U.S. Navy veteran, member of Sistersville VFW Post 6327, Coe-Thorn American Legion Post 67 in Sistersville, New Martinsville Moose Lodge #931, enjoyed riding his Harley, making hot sauces, being Mayor and his family.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Steve Casteel.
Surviving in addition to his mother are one son, Ben Casteel of Wheeling, WV; three daughters, Lynsey Casteel of Lost Creek, WV, Hillary (Josh) Holbrook of Charlotte, NC and Hannah Casteel of Wheeling, WV; brother, Jeff (Rosemary) Casteel of Morgantown, WV; sister, Keristin (Tom) Vasnus of Elizabeth City, NC; two grandchildren, Evalyn and Emersyn Rine and several other family members.
Friends are invited to a memorial service 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at the Paden City Christian Church in Paden City, WV with Martin Coffee officiating. Burial to be held at the convenience of the family. Honor Guard will conduct services after the memorial service.
Memorial contributions may be made, in Rick’s name, to the Paden City Park Fund, 208 W Main St., Paden City, WV 26159.