(COLORADO) — Bishop Castle reported on Thursday morning, Nov. 21, that the man who built the well-known stone structure along the San Isabel National Forest has died. On Thursday, the Bishop family announced via Facebook that James "Jim" Roland Bishop had passed away earlier that day. "It is with a heavy heart that the Bishop family announces the passing of James Roland Bishop (Jim Bishop Castle Builder)," wrote Bishop Castle. "Jim passed away early November 21st in Pueblo, surrounded by his loved ones." In 1959, Bishop bought the plot of land where the castle currently sits at, and for nearly 60 years constructed one of Colorado's most notorious monuments. Bishop Castle stands at 16 stories today, and individuals are able to visit without a charge. Bishop was well-known and beloved by many in the community, earlier this year in February, Bishop had turned 80 years old. According to Bishop's family, services will be announced at a later date.