Isaiah Joseph Casillas, 6, of McCook lost his battle with brain cancer on Dec. 2, 2012, in McCook.
Isaiah was born June 9, 2006, in North Platte. He was one of four children.
Isaiah was a first-grade student at McCook Elementary School. His favorite subjects were reading, math and of course, recess. Isaiah loved hugs and kisses, and had several special teachers and friends at school, especially his friend Emily Garcia. Some of his favorite activities included going to the park, dancing to music, watching Sponge Bob cartoons and the movie “Cars,” as well as spending time with his dog, Easa. He will always be remembered for his kind and loving heart.
Isaiah loved Husker football and was blessed by a special opportunity to spend time with the players. He was also the recipient of a Make a Wish Trip to Disney World in Florida.
Isaiah was preceded in death by his sister, Vanessa Casillas; brother, Patrick Casillas; and grandfather, Joe R. Casillas.
He is survived by his parents, Patrick (Emily) Casillas, of McCook; brother, Isaac Boe, of North Platte; sisters, Mia and Mercia Casillas, of McCook; paternal grandmother, Ramona Casillas, of North Platte; maternal grandparents, Dennis (Jackie) Boe, of North Platte and Meliton (Sandra) Sandoval, of Ogallala; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family members.
Memorials are suggested to the Isaiah Casillas Memorial Fund, c/o McCook National Bank, 215 West 1st Street, McCook.
Services will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 9, at the McCook City Auditorium, West 5th and C Street with Father Gary Brethour and Johnny Walker, officiating. A private family burial will be held at a later date.
Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 8, at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home in McCook, which is in charge of the arrangements. The guestbook may be signed online at carpenterbreland.com