Adrian (Asher Adair) Adolfo Martinez Castaway (Lennox)

To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.

Obituary

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Asher (Adrian), who was born on March 5, 2001 and passed away on July 1, 2026 in Portland, OR.


Asher will be remembered for his strong spirit, beautiful smile, and adventurous love of life. Family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues all experienced the warmth and fun-loving attitude that made time spent with Asher meaningful. Throughout all the trials and challenges life threw at him, he remained irrepressible. He loved animals, and enjoyed caring for others.
Conversations, shared moments, and everyday gestures created memories that will remain with those who had the privilege of knowing Ash.

Asher had a courageous spirit, and has lived all over Oregon, as well as Texas and San Diego. He loved his job at Thriving Lives Care in Portland, and took pride in helping people with developmental disabilities. Asher moved into his adoptive home in 2006, with adoption being finalized in 2009. He reconnected with his birth family as a child, and valued his connections to all sides of his family. As a child he enjoyed participating in the Young Marines, and had stated that going on a cruise and to Disneyland in 2013 was one of his best memories. Asher completed High School in 2018. His charisma and gregariousness touched those who knew him as he explored the world. In February of 2024 Asher had an aortic dissection and a pacemaker placed, which required him to spend a month in the hospital. We are grateful for the extra time we had with Asher after this event. 

The passing of Asher leaves a space that cannot be filled. Yet the memories, lessons, and moments shared will continue to live on in the hearts of those who were fortunate to know him.

Asher will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.

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In the spirit of Asher's wishes to help others who have had similar challenges in life, Asher's pacemaker has been donated to help another family in need. 

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July 27, 2026

I miss your smile , your laugh , our inside jokes , our history & the future that was coming ahead of us . Despite any ups & downs we may have had i loved you Asher. & that will never change even from the other side. I h8 this happened to you , you dont deserve any of it but just watch over me & rest now friend . I been trynna wrap my head around all of this like i really fuckin miss you & will forever . 💔

Makayla

July 27, 2026

I miss you . I can’t even say much because all of this has left me numb. I wish you got a proper goodbye with all your friends around . It saddens me that someone so special and loved by many wasn’t even celebrated as such . Or given a proper burial or ceremonial . Nevertheless, I will always hold you dear to me and remember you for the kind soul you were . Lyla asked me about you today and asked if we could hang out again and that broke me . We all miss you and your spirit will live on forever no matter where you are . You deserved more. In another life you will have it all. I love you forever and I’ll miss you forever . Rip bestie .

Karla Lara

July 20, 2026

To know Asher was a blessing. I can’t even explain the impact he’s made on my life and wouldn’t trade our memories for anything. I met him at a dark time in my life. Despite his own struggles, he always had a smile on his face and made time to lift up those around him. His laughter and sense of humor were contagious, and whenever we were together, there was no doubt it was going to be a good time. He brought light, joy, and unforgettable memories to everyone who knew him.

Keysha Auten

July 20, 2026

Asher was my best friend, my other half, and my evil twin. The countless nights filled with laughter. He lived with me on and off for years and was the best uncle to my daughter. We would call him the slash seething slasher. And we both will forever love you

Marissa Wagner

July 20, 2026

Asher was always a fun person to be around and light up the room when he walked in. He was always there for me when I needed someone and always reminded me how far I have mad it in life. I will never forget him and the wonderful memories I had with him

Vanessa Martin

July 20, 2026

I got the pleasure of getting to know him in 2010. My favorite memory with Asher was when I took him to meet my first ever horse named DJ.
To watch him go from a bouncy kid to a calm and centered little man, that got to enjoy a day with a sweet horse was amazing. Then we got blizzards and onion rings from Dairy Queen. Our hangouts were truly the best.
Rest easy little man❤️🐴

Emily Brake

July 17, 2026

Do not stand
By my grave, and weep.
I am not there,
I do not sleep—
I am the thousand winds that blow
I am the diamond glints in snow
I am the sunlight on ripened grain
I am the gentle, autumn rain.
As you awake with morning’s hush, I am the swift, up-flinging rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight, I am the day transcending night.
Do not stand By my grave, and cry— I am not there, I did not die.
— Clare Harner

Stephanie

July 17, 2026

Man one memory or page isn't enough to share our story we went through life together shared all our deepest pain to all our happiest moments you where my other half and I wish I told you that I will always love you little brother watch over me and say hi to mom and fat nanna for me ♥️

Alfonso Kesler

July 16, 2026

I will always remember Asher’s smile. I got to see it every time I came over for a visit or family time-for someone so small, his big grin when he saw me made me feel like he was genuinely excited to see me. His eagerness to learn and laugh and how silly he could be lit up the room. He was such a sweet soul with a lot of love to give and will be missed very much. The moments we all had with him will get to fondly stay with us forever 💜

Sam D

July 13, 2026

This is heartbreaking because your heart wasn’t done loving the world and we were not done loving you. Watch over us all. Love you ASH!

Kimbo Rose

July 13, 2026

I love you so much Asher !🥺♥️

Lexie M

July 12, 2026

My most prominent memory of Asher was from a time when he was around the age of ten and he was in the bathtub belting an Adele song right out of his lil lungs. We could all clearly hear his beautiful singing far beyond the closed bathroom door.
He loved music and water.
Later that day we sat around the coffee table folding origami cranes of many wonderful colors.
I will never forget this day.
Asher had the most soulful brown eyes and gentle spirit.
May he rest in peace, power, and truth. ❤️

Donna Hilkey

July 11, 2026

My little star ⭐️ my heart will never be the same without you.

Kari Glander Kesler

July 11, 2026

One of my favorite memories of Asher was when he was little, and we drove to the coast. He was so excited he could barely contain himself, and as soon as we stopped driving he bolted from the car and ran straight into the ocean with his jeans on. He was so happy when he was at the ocean, and I will think of him every time I'm there.

Stephanie Sorensen