Michele Trueba
When it comes down to it, your mom will always be one of the most important people in your life. Respect her, love her, and be there for her the way she is there for you. Moms are probably one of the most special gifts a person could receive, and our Mom was very special. They are there to nurture you and care for you when you need it the most... and of course our Mom always told us what to do!!
Frances Maria Castro was born in New York, New York, as she would say, So nice so nice they named it Twice. A dutiful daughter to Both Panchita and Blabino Castro, she was the Fourth child of six and A defender of her siblings and a care taker to her youngest brother, Albert aka Uncle Papo.. She now joins them in Heaven.
She was loving mother to me and my brother Louis, and an Eccentric aunt/ Titi Frances to her nieces and nephews, and a Fierce Fashionista back in her day! She loved volunteering for the Catholic Church and made sure we all did the same.
We will both tell you she was a force to be reckoned with until she became Nana to my two children Jules and Jazmine. A side of her was born when they came into this world. A bond that made us all a stronger family. And for me a greater understanding of my mother as I became one.
I am deeply thankful to my Brother Louis who cared for, loved her, and always allowed her to temp him what to do. She was “one tough cookie” and like true NewYorker was never afraid to speak her mind or drop an F Bomb. New York City was the love of my Mother’s life and her home always in her heart. She always told me the song Native New Yorker was written about her and who could ever argue with her.
“ You grew up ridin' the subways, running with people
Up in Harlem, down on Broadway
You're no tramp, but you're no lady, talkin' that street talk...
You're the heart and soul of New York City!”
I love you Mom forever and always, God Bless and Good Night.
