Castor Soto

Castor Soto, 91, of Kensington, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday February 18, 2014. Castor was born on July 1, 1922, in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. He leaves his beloved wife of 53 years, who lovingly cared for him, Carmen O. Soto. He will be greatly missed by son Edwin Soto Sr. and wife Gloria; son Castor Soto Jr, both of Berlin; daughter Maribel Camacho and husband Eddie of New Britain; eight grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, two great great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Castor is predeceased by his son, Aracelio "Hardy" Soto and five brothers and sisters of Puerto Rico and Connecticut. Castor proudly served in the U.S. Army, 65th Infantry Division, during World War II. He retired from Emhart Corporation in 1986 after a 27 year career. He loved watching baseball, working in his yard and garden, the outdoors, and his two dogs Pluto and Brandy. He will be remembered for his sense of humor, strong work ethic and love for his family. Visitation and funeral services will be held on Friday, February 21, 2014 from 12 to 2 pm at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 S. Main St., New Britain. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, New Britain.