Philip Bertrand Castonguay
Philip Bertrand Castonguay of Santa Fe, Texas, peacefully passed away December 21, 2021, surrounded by family. Born in Galveston, Texas on April 8, 1953 to Gertrude Skripka and Bertrand Castonguay. Philip (Phil) graduated from La Marque High School and later Lamar University, where he was an active member and president of ZBT Fraternity. As a child, Phil was involved in horseback riding, little league, fishing in his boat- known as the S.S. Pearl, and his greatest achievement- attaining the rank of Eagle Scout. After college, he went to work at Amoco, later BP, as a Senior Inspector.
Philip met his future wife, Paula Baggs, at a Christmas party and later married her on June 14, 1980. They lived in La Marque where their two children, Drew and Megan, were born. In 1991, the family moved to Santa Fe, “God’s Country,” for more space to run around. Family activities were the center of his life. Fishing, water skiing, traveling, and NASCAR enthusiast to name a few. He retired from BP in 2012, after which he enjoyed going to his lake house on Lake Sam Rayburn, which he called “Paradise.” He and Paula traveled; cruises being his favorite. He also enjoyed working in his shop with his tool collection.
He is preceded in death by his mother and father. Philip is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Paula Castonguay; son, Drew Castonguay and wife Kelsey (Texas City); daughter, Megan Doyle and husband Sean (League City); sister, Paula Castonguay and Phil Ladewig (Dallas), and two grandchildren, Emma Doyle and Kasen Doyle.
Visitation will be Tuesday, December 28, 2021 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm with a Vigil Service at 5:30 pm in the Chapel of the James Crowder Funeral Home in La Marque, Texas. A Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at 10:00 am at Queen of Peace Catholic Church in La Marque, with Msgr. James B. Anderson, officiating. Interment will follow at Galveston Memorial Park Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests to make donations to Boy Scouts of America at https:\\donations.scouting.org.
So sorry to hear of your loss. I had the privilege to work with Phil at Amoco. He was a great guy with a great sense of humor.
Megan and Sean, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Cody & Tracy Johnson
We spent many days fishing East Bay and working together. Rest In Peace Phil may we all fish again one day.
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
I am so saddened by the news of Phil’s sudden passing.We will sorely miss him. Looks like I cannot attend the visitation due to awful sinus symptoms right now. Ill be there in spirit.
Dear Paula, I was so sorry to read of Phil’s passing. Please know that my heart goes out to you, to Megan, and to all who loved him. Although I know he will be greatly missed, my prayer is that you will be given the strength and courage to go forward in confidence, knowing that, through the Lord’s grace, you will see him again in that heavenly kingdom which knows no end!
This is for Paula whom we knew each other as co-workers at UTMB years ago. I was looking for a certain person, but came across your husband’s name. I am sorry for your loss, and although it is late I sincerly hope you are at peace with the Lord.