Clyde Curtis Casteel Sr.

Clyde Curtis Casteel Sr, 71, of Salem, passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Salem Center, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and quiet dedication to his family and community. Born on January 3, 1954, he was the son of the late Harold Curtis and Estelle Eileen Phillips Casteel.

Clyde was a graduate of Bladensburg High School in Bladensburg, MD, and spent much of his life working as a welder, where his skilled hands brought together the pieces that built something stronger. Outside of his work, Clyde’s hands were just as steady in building model airplanes, tending to the outdoors, shooting guns, and casting a line to fish.  Watching football with family wasn’t just a pastime — it was a treasured ritual, a source of comfort and joy that brought us together season after season. He found peace and purpose in the simplicity of these things, and they were a reflection of his quiet, thoughtful spirit.

He is survived by his wife, Diane Baldwin Casteel, of Normantown; his four children, Robin Reinig (James) of New Milton, Clyde Casteel Jr. (Brandie) of Normantown, Robert Casteel (Laura) of New Milton, and Daniel Casteel (Michele) of Fairmont. He leaves behind twelve grandchildren: Rachel Flanigan (Louis), Tierra Parker, Alexis Morgan (Nick), Lucian Lipscomb, Malory Casteel, Samuel Blankenship, Sahara Blankenship, Clyde Casteel III, Ava Dye, Sawyer Dye, Walker Casteel, and Daniel Casteel; as well as eight great-grandchildren: Zyla, Jayson, Annalynn, Alexander, Royce, Graylan, Katherine, and Elowyn. His legacy continues through them, a testament to his love and devotion to family.

Clyde also leaves behind his siblings, Edward Casteel of Maryland and Patricia “Patty” Harnett of Pennsylvania, along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved sister, Ellen Casteel, whose memory was dear to him.

Clyde’s family takes comfort in knowing that their wish for cremation is being honored by Davis Funeral Home and Crematory. While they will miss his steady presence and warm spirit, they know his memory will live on in their hearts forever.

In this time of sorrow, the family asks for online condolences at DavisFuneralHomeSalemWV.com. The Davis Funeral Home–Salem is privileged to serve the Casteel family during this difficult time.

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