Alvin Frank Tosti

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Alvin Frank Tosti, on June 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving and devoted son, Luke and family. Alvin showed tremendous courage, strength, and affection throughout his eight-year battle with dementia. He was always in good spirits and we will miss his repeated “high fives” that became his signature tactile engagement and connection. These interactions and tender moments will remain in our hearts forever. Alvin was born July 13, 1954 to his loving parents, John and Mary Tosti, in Modesto, CA. He was raised in Turlock and remained a resident throughout the majority of his life. He graduated from Chatom Elementary and Turlock High School, where he was Vice President of his Freshman Class. Alvin served just shy of five years in the United States Air Force, including a year stationed in South Korea. He achieved the rank of Sergeant and was a Fuel Specialist Technician. He earned an Outstanding Unit Award, in addition to many training and service ribbons and certificates. After the Air Force, Alvin was employed as a cement truck driver for the majority of his adult life. He held a range of industry skills, including mastery control of the thirty plus ton truck all around the Central Valley and surrounding metropolitan areas. Alvin was also employed at local auto dealerships, and helped countless others privately buy and sell their vehicles. Alvin’s best transaction was transferring his 1966 Pontiac Grand Prix to his Mother. She drove her “jewel” with pride for over thirty years, and refused countless offers to sell it to collectors. At an early age, Alvin had developed a deep passion for cars of all makes and models. He owned and sold hundreds of cars with an impressive, self-taught skill set, enabling him to use his math strengths. His math skills coupled with his engaging personality made him a great salesman. Alvin loved baseball and football, and was a huge fan of the Oakland Raiders and A’s. He and his son Luke shared this passion and enjoyed quality time, watching and attending games together. Alvin enjoyed participating in Chatom 4H and playing baseball in the community at Mountain View Ball Park. Alvin thoroughly enjoyed his old western themed television programs and movies. He loved nature and appreciated the mountains, particularly Lake Tahoe and the diverse landscape and beauty of Oregon. Alvin had a great sense of humor, often in surprising fashion. He was a great storyteller with quick wit, clever quips/responses, and a knack for great gag gifts. Alvin appreciated life’s gifts of growing up with five siblings, practicing his Catholic faith, and being immersed in “old country” Portuguese culture and customs by attending annual festas with his family and being proud of his heritage. Alvin is survived by his heart’s greatest joy, his faithful son, Luke & daughter-in-law Megan Tosti who remained steadfast at Alvin’s side, throughout this journey. Also left to cherish Alvin’s memory are his devoted sisters, Darlene Tosti of Kauai, Lucy Tosti of Sacramento, Irene Tosti-Slaybaugh and Dennis Slaybaugh of Modesto, Yvonne and Mark Miller of Modesto and five nephews. Alvin is also survived by a very large and loving extended family, including his Godparents Carlos and Clara Rocha, aunt Alvarina Rocha, and many, many cousins. Alvin was preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary Tosti and his brother Gene, who was his lifelong hero. The tragedy of Alvin losing his father as a child had a tremendous impact on him and influenced his role as a devoted father to Luke. Alvin married the late Margaret Rapp Tosti, whom he met in high school. While they went on to lead separate lives, they remained close friends and were always focused on the gift they gave each other, in Luke. We are grateful for Alvin’s life and will cherish the rich memories we shared with him. The family is thankful to all of you who were a part of Alvin’s journey. The memorial services to honor and celebrate Alvin’s life will be as follows: Recitation of the Rosary: Turlock Memorial Park and Funeral Home 425 N Soderquist Rd, Turlock, CA 95380 June 24, 2025 Viewing & Visitation: 4-6 P.M. Rosary Service: 6 P.M. Funeral Mass and Burial Mass: Sacred Heart Catholic Church 1200 Lyons Ave, Turlock, CA 95380 June 25, 2025 at 10 A.M. Burial: Turlock Memorial Park and Funeral Home With Reception to follow at East Lake Ranch 14011 East Ave, Turlock, CA 95380 Memorial gifts are welcome or donations can be sent to any Dementia focused charity.

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Alvin Frank Tosti

July 13, 1954 - June 12, 2025