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Obituaries for Week of June 22

PETER S. BEER
Peter S. Beer, 82, of Scott Depot, formerly of Oak Lawn, IL, passed away on June 10, 2023 at Hubbard Hospice House West South Charleston.
He was born on December 28, 1940 in Yugoslavia to the late Peter and Eva Beer. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his sister, Katherine Karlicek.
Peter proudly served his country in the US Army, retired as a Branch manager with Team Inc., was a member of the VFW Auxiliary, Disabled American Veterans and of Ascension Catholic Church Hurricane.
He is survived by his loving wife, Kathleen A. Krown Beer; daughters: Korin Populorum (Dennis) and Kristin Beer-Zawarus (Brian); son: George Beer (Nicole); grandchildren: Kacie (Andy), Kellien (Zac), Kaitlin (Jim), Karrie (Mike), Keegan (Ashley), Kristie (Matt), Amy and Joseph; and 5 great grandchildren.
Funeral Mass for Peter was held June 19, 2023 at Ascension Catholic Church, Hurricane, with Rev. Vincent Joseph officiating.

EDISON CASTO
Edison Casto, 82, of Hurricane, (formerly of Dunbar), passed away on June 9, 2023 after an extended illness.
Edison was born October 24, 1940. He graduated from Dunbar High School and WV State College. Edison was Veteran in the US Army, serving in Japan. He was retired from Columbia Natural Resources after serving as Director of Human Resources. He was Director Personnel for the State of WV appointed by the governor. He had a long successful career in real estate for over 50 years, working for AD McCormick Realty, and most recently Family First Realty.
He was very active in Dunbar Youth Sports serving as President of Midget league football, coached youth baseball, and was active at the Dunbar Bingo Hall. In his younger years he loved racing cars. After his retirement, his favorite way to spend his time was with family and friends at Myrtle Beach, and organizing annual golf trips with his friends. Edison was very proud of his grandchildren and was often found at the ball field supporting them every chance he could.
He was preceded in death by his wife Linda Casto, and his parents Granvil and Reva Casto.
Edison is survived by his son, Scott Casto (Debbie) of New Smyrna Beach, FL; daughter, Mendy McClure (William) of Hurricane; sister, Janice Whited of Knoxville, TN; granddaughter, Madison Casto Johnson; grandson, Logan McClure; great-grandchildren, Easton and Emerson Johnson; uncle, Curt Casto, several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Funeral service was Saturday, June 17, at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar, with Reverend Dr. Kyle Keyser officiating. Burial was in Moss Chapel Cemetery.