Elton Lynn"Caz" Castellaw
March 10, 1931-December 4, 2014
Passed peacefully at home in Belmont, CA on Thursday, December 4, 2014, with his wife by his side.
Born to Opal and Charles Castellaw in Bayard, Nebraska, March 10, 1931, eventually his family moved to Hermiston, Oregon.
He is survived by a brother, William and family.
"Caz" joined the US Navy in 1949, serving as a Mineman, Deep Water Ordinance, during the Korean Conflict.
His wife Joan met him on Treasure Island, San Francisco, on his way to Korea in 1951 and they were married on his return in 1952, sharing 62 years of love, friendship and understanding.
He loved traveling the world, particularly cruising, and spent many vacations with longtime friends in Hawaii.
His hobbies were creating stained glass and golfing with dear friends.
"Caz" was a member of the Masons - San Mateo Lodge No. 224 and the San Mateo Elks Lodge.
We give our thanks especially to Kuncha Kang, our longtime friend and nurse, for the love and care over the years.
According to his wishes, his remains will be cremated and scattered at sea.
"Caz" we miss your sweet smile and gentle voice.
Published in San Francisco Chronicle on Dec. 14, 2014
March 10, 1931-December 4, 2014
Passed peacefully at home in Belmont, CA on Thursday, December 4, 2014, with his wife by his side.
Born to Opal and Charles Castellaw in Bayard, Nebraska, March 10, 1931, eventually his family moved to Hermiston, Oregon.
He is survived by a brother, William and family.
"Caz" joined the US Navy in 1949, serving as a Mineman, Deep Water Ordinance, during the Korean Conflict.
His wife Joan met him on Treasure Island, San Francisco, on his way to Korea in 1951 and they were married on his return in 1952, sharing 62 years of love, friendship and understanding.
He loved traveling the world, particularly cruising, and spent many vacations with longtime friends in Hawaii.
His hobbies were creating stained glass and golfing with dear friends.
"Caz" was a member of the Masons - San Mateo Lodge No. 224 and the San Mateo Elks Lodge.
We give our thanks especially to Kuncha Kang, our longtime friend and nurse, for the love and care over the years.
According to his wishes, his remains will be cremated and scattered at sea.
"Caz" we miss your sweet smile and gentle voice.
Published in San Francisco Chronicle on Dec. 14, 2014
Elton Lynn"Caz" Castellaw
March 10, 1931-December 4, 2014
Passed peacefully at home in Belmont, CA on Thursday, December 4, 2014, with his wife by his side.
Born to Opal and Charles Castellaw in Bayard, Nebraska, March 10, 1931, eventually his family moved to Hermiston, Oregon.
He is survived by a brother, William and family.
"Caz" joined the US Navy in 1949, serving as a Mineman, Deep Water Ordinance, during the Korean Conflict.
His wife Joan met him on Treasure Island, San Francisco, on his way to Korea in 1951 and they were married on his return in 1952, sharing 62 years of love, friendship and understanding.
He loved traveling the world, particularly cruising, and spent many vacations with longtime friends in Hawaii.
His hobbies were creating stained glass and golfing with dear friends.
"Caz" was a member of the Masons - San Mateo Lodge No. 224 and the San Mateo Elks Lodge.
We give our thanks especially to Kuncha Kang, our longtime friend and nurse, for the love and care over the years.
According to his wishes, his remains will be cremated and scattered at sea.
"Caz" we miss your sweet smile and gentle voice.
Published in San Francisco Chronicle on Dec. 14, 2014
March 10, 1931-December 4, 2014
Passed peacefully at home in Belmont, CA on Thursday, December 4, 2014, with his wife by his side.
Born to Opal and Charles Castellaw in Bayard, Nebraska, March 10, 1931, eventually his family moved to Hermiston, Oregon.
He is survived by a brother, William and family.
"Caz" joined the US Navy in 1949, serving as a Mineman, Deep Water Ordinance, during the Korean Conflict.
His wife Joan met him on Treasure Island, San Francisco, on his way to Korea in 1951 and they were married on his return in 1952, sharing 62 years of love, friendship and understanding.
He loved traveling the world, particularly cruising, and spent many vacations with longtime friends in Hawaii.
His hobbies were creating stained glass and golfing with dear friends.
"Caz" was a member of the Masons - San Mateo Lodge No. 224 and the San Mateo Elks Lodge.
We give our thanks especially to Kuncha Kang, our longtime friend and nurse, for the love and care over the years.
According to his wishes, his remains will be cremated and scattered at sea.
"Caz" we miss your sweet smile and gentle voice.
Published in San Francisco Chronicle on Dec. 14, 2014
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