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Alvin Casto Obituary
8/7/41 - 6/18/20
Our Husband, Father and Grandfather Alvin Ty Casto passed away on June 18, 2020, after a brief battle with Pancreatic Cancer.
Al was born August 7, 1941 to Lamar & Dorthy B. Casto. He grew up in South Salt Lake City, Utah and enjoyed spending time during the summers with family in the Uinta Basin area. He played football for Granite High School and graduated in 1959. At 19, he served an LDS mission in Northern California.
After returning home from his mission, Al happened to walk by the home of Myrna Peterson. They ended up dating and after a short 8 months, they were married August 2, 1963 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Al worked various jobs before he hired on with the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Department in 1965. He held several positions but spoke most fondly of his time in Canyon Patrol often sharing stories of his time in the Wasatch Mountains. He retired in 1995.
Al & Myrna built their current home in 1969, where they raised their 3 wonderful children. As a family, they enjoyed camping in the Uintas, Flaming Gorge & Fishlake. Al enjoyed ceramics and later took up woodturning & was known for making beautiful bowls and pens.
Al is survived by his loving wife Myrna, children: Thayne (Sheri) Casto, DaLyn (Lester) Mabe, Sharla (Corby) Larsen, Grandchildren: Erin, Cade, Ashleigh & Cole; Stepsisters Crystal Hutchings & Susan Brandt & many nieces & nephews. Preceded in death by his infant daughter Jerole', his parents & step-mom Emojean Casto.
Graveside services will be held Thursday, June 25th at 11:00 am at Murray City Cemetery, 5490 South Vine Street, Murray, UT. Social distancing guidelines will be observed. Online condolences or memories can be shared at www.jenkins-soffe.com.
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Gregg
June 15, 2023
Am was one of the real "good" guys never spoke bad of anyone!
Ralph Bryson
August 6, 2020
I remember Ty when I worked with the Salt Lake County Sheriff's department. He had a great sense of humor and very nice person.
He will be missed.
From one brother to another. Rest in Peace Ty.
God bless this family
Gregg Newman
July 12, 2020
Al was a great Deputy Sheriff very kind and caring friendly and just a great person. May the Lord Bless and comfort his family. May they know he helped many many people as a Deputy.
Bob Petersen
June 28, 2020
I just want to say Ill miss you my friend. We had many great experiences in the canyon patrol. I will always cherish those memories. To Myrna and family please know youre in our thoughts and prayers. Till we meet again.
Ron and Linda Peterson
June 25, 2020
Myrna, sorry to hear of Ty's passing.
Sorry we won't be able to make it up to the the services.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Enjoy the memories.
He was a great man.
Ron and Linda Peterson
June 25, 2020
Sorry to hear of your loss. He was a great guy.
Sorry we can't make it up to the services.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Regards: Ron and Linda Peterson
CLARK Cowley
June 24, 2020
Rest in Peace Brother. From a fellow LEO. SLCPD
PINK EVANS
June 23, 2020
Myrna, sorry to read of Al's passing. He was a good friend I could always count on. He worked for me for many years serving in the canyon patrol. He was dedicated to that assignment and made many friends in the canyons. After his retirement it seemed we always ran into each other at Costco. When I didn't see him I always seemed to see you at your food station and had good visits. Due to the Covid19 I will not be attending the service. May the Lord bless you with your loss of your eternal companion.
His friend & co-worker
Pink Evans
Tim Parker
June 23, 2020
Thayne, Sheri & Family, sorry to here of your loss. Please accept our condolences during this difficult time.
Tim & Shellie Parker
Dennis Bench
June 21, 2020
A great man a good friend, and was always there to brighten your day.
Tony Rudman
June 20, 2020
e was the greatest. He broke up our Washington Park East High will never die kegger. Never told my dad and then was in security duty at Trolley Theatres where he taught me never sneak up on a deputy sheriff. What a great example of a kind and loviycivil servant. Thank you.
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