Casto, Addison Augustine

Passed: 1936-05-26

Age: 80

Source: Jackson Herald

Death Notice:

Obituary Date: 1936-06-26

Information: Addison Augustine Casto was born July 3, 1855 and departed this life May 26, 1936, age 80 years, 9 months and 26 days.  He was united in marriage ro Ruah V. Thomas on January 9, 1880, she preceded him in death January 13, 1919.  To this union were born nine children, four of whom preceded him in death.  Those surviving are:  Mrs. Nina Shamblen of Charleston, Mrs. Nellie Wolfe of Derricks Creed, Mrs. Bertha Raines of Kenna, and Luther and Urban Casto of Staats Mills.  He was again united in marriage to Rosa Casto on the 31 of March 1927.  He is survived by the following brothers and sisters:  Everett Casto of Staats Mills, William Casto of Belgrove, Sarah Casto of Pennsylvania, and Mrs. Nora Parsons of Parchment; one step-son, William Casto of Plum Orchard.  He was converted at about the age of 14 and joined the M. P. church and lived a devoted life until his death.  Funeral services were conducted by Rev. J. M. Anderson, and he was laid to rest in the Siniville cemetery to await the resurrection morn.  (From the Betty Kessel McIntyre collection)