Julie Grygierczyk Castagno

Friday, Jan. 21, 2022

Julie Grygierczyk Castagno

Aug. 28, 1963 ~ Jan. 7, 2022

Julie Grygierczyk Castagno, 58, passed away Jan. 7, 2022, in a tragic accident on S.R. 112 in Tooele while commuting to work after a two-month leave of absence. 

Julie was born Aug. 28, 1963, in Kearns to the most loving and nurturing parents, Barbara (Kubiak) Grygierczyk and Frank Z. Grygierczyk. The family later moved to the charming little town of Grantsville and established roots in the community. Julie was the youngest of five children.

Julie graduated from Grantsville High School in 1982. Julie married Dave Lassen on April 14, 1984; they later divorced. They had two children: Heather Lynn and Steven Lassen. Julie would later meet the love of her life, Dave Castagno, and the two were joined in matrimony on Feb. 12, 2016.

Julie was employed at Cabela’s. Work was more than a job; it was an extension of her family. She had a special way of connecting with people and wherever she went, it was like a reunion. Julie was so proud of her fur babies Tubbie, Jayco and Daffer, whom she adored.

Julie loved the outdoors, had a passion for horses, and enjoyed shooting and hunting. She was active with the local riding club in her youth, winning many awards for her horsemanship. She had recently started four-wheeling in the desert with her husband. Julie had a large circle of friends who adored her infectious smile and heartwarming hugs that she was so well known for. 

Julie is survived by her husband Dave Castagno (Grantsville); children Heather (Shawn) Harris, Steve Lassen; mother Barbara Grygierczyk (Grantsville); siblings Dan Grygierczyk (Sioux Falls, South Dakota), Teri Moon (Homer City, Pennsylvania), David and Donna Grygierczyk (Knob Noster, Missouri), Jim and Debbie Grygier (Hooper); stepsons Glenn and Davis; sisters-in-law Lelia, Loni and Stella; brothers-in-law Dickey and Ronnie; as well as eight grandchildren who were the world to her. 

Julie is preceded in death by her father, Frank Z. Grygierczyk. 

Services were held January 17, 2022.