Gladstone, MI
Albert Allen Caswell, age 72, passed away peacefully early Friday morning, November 7, 2014, at his home in Brampton, surrounded by his loving family.
Al was born January 24, 1942, in Escanaba, the son of Albert W. and Marie (Johnson) Caswell. He was raised in Brampton and was a graduate of Gladstone High School. Following school, Al enlisted in the United States Navy where he served from 1960 until his honorable discharge in March of 1964. On May 10, 1976, Al was united in marriage to the former Margaret Brisson, at St. Joseph Church in Perkins, and together the couple made their home, in Brampton, where they have resided for the past thirty eight years. Throughout his life, Al was employed as a pipeline worker, construction worker and a brakeman for the Soo Line Railroad. He eventually gained employment at Mead Paper where he worked as a heavy equipment operator until his retirement. Al was a member of the Rapid River American Legion Post #301. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, planting apple trees, gardening and working with his backhoe. He will be deeply missed.
In addition to his loving wife, Margaret, Al is survived by:
Brother: Edwin (Vicki) Caswell of Brampton, MI
Sister: Suzanne Laraby of Brampton, MI
Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Al was preceded in death by his parents, Albert W. and Marie:
Brothers: Gary and Alden Caswell
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Thanks for your service to our country. RIP.
Peggy Buchda - Neillsville, WI
Al was a wonderful man and I am sorry to learn of his passing. Rarely have I met anyone as kind, caring and considerate as cousin Al. I am unable to attend the services due to winter weather but will be thinking of him, and of his family. Take care!
Dale & Tammy Hendrickson
Margaret, very sorry to hear of Allen’s passing, Tammy and I will keep you and your family in our prayers during this difficult time.
Psalm 23:4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
Glen and Julie Caswell - Grafton, WI
We’re so sorry to hear of Allen’s passing. He will be missed by many. Such a good, hard-working person should not have had to suffer like he did. Our deepest condolences.