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Billy Leo Casto, 80, of Andalusia, AL, formerly of Jackson U.S. FlagCounty, WV, passed away May 7, 2016, at his home following an extended illness.
He was born May 23, 1935, in Fairplain, WV, the son of the late Herbert and Eliza (Spencer) Casto. His daughter, Tina Casto; brother, James Casto; sisters, Betty Grau, Margie Simkins and several half brothers and half sisters also preceded him in death.
Billy was a United States Army veteran, a former truck driver and heavy equipment operator. He was the owner and operator C&C Charters, Inc. in Destin, FL, and for 20 years, prior to his retirement, captained the Lady Tina. He was a WVU sports fan and while living in West Virginia was very active coaching and supporting youth baseball leagues.
Survivors include his wife, Linda (Bosarge) Casto; son, Michael Casto (Tammy); daughters, Karen Higgins (Henry) and Vicky Burrows; stepchildren, David George (Diana) and Christie Long (Tom); brothers, Norman “Red” Casto and Paul Casto; sisters, Ruth Parsons and Becky Scaggs; grandchildren, Cody Casto, Corrie Casto, MacKensy Burrows Curry, Zachary Burrows, Isaac Higgins, Lauren Higgins, Ian Higgins, Adam Higgins, Chance Vatovec, Sammie George, Joey George, Ben George, Nick George, Mandie George and Allie George.
Service will be 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 11, 2016, at Casto Funeral Home Chapel, Evans, WV, with Pastor Bob Keen officiating. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until time of service at the funeral home.
Graveside service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, May 12, at Pine Hill Cemetery, Ripley, WV, with military honors by the Jackson County Honor Guard.
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West Virginia Pioneers
1935 - 2016 (80 years)
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