Obituary of Alex James Bellair-Casto

Alex Bellair-Casto was born on Friday August 4, 1989 in Monroe, Michigan. He was the only child born from Ronnie Casto and Cynthia (Bellair) Clark. Alex attended Orchard High School, graduating with the class of 2007. Alex was a talented hard worker, supporting himself and his son through employment with the Ritz-Craft Corporation, helping to build modular homes. One of the greatest joys in Alex’s life was the birth of his son Alex Jr, to some better known as Little-man. Alex enjoyed taking him out camping and fishing, along with going on trips to the beach and to the zoo. He cherished every moment he spent with Little-man. Alex enjoyed spending time with his friends throughout the years, especially Randall who was always there for him. He was a genuine trustworthy young man with a good heart and accepted God into his heart. Alex James Bellair-Casto, age 27, of Hillsdale, passed away unexpectedly on Friday January 20, 2017. Alex was preceded in death by his Uncle: Adam Casto; and Aunt: Lisa Bellair. To cherish his memory, Alex leaves his son: Alex James Casto II; Mother: Cynthia (Chuck) Bellair-Clark of Brooklyn, Michigan; Father: Ronnie Casto Jr of Carleton; sister: Ashley Clark of Jackson, Mi; brother: Ethan Clark of Brooklyn; maternal grandparents: Robert and Angela Bellair of Manitou Beach, MI; paternal grandfather: Ronnie (Kathy) Casto Sr of Monroe; paternal grandmother: Galy (Edward) Tencher of West Virginia; and many friends. Friends may gather from 2:00pm until 7:00pm on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 and on Thursday, January 26, 2017 from 10:00am until a Celebration of Life starting at 11:00am at Merkle Funeral Service, South Monroe, 14567 South Dixie Highway, Monroe, Michigan (734)384-5185 with Pastor Jack Mosley of Life Challenge of Michigan officiating. Memorial contributions can be made to the family for funeral arrangements and Alex Casto II education fund. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort, send a floral arrangement, or share a photo by visiting www.merklefs.com.