John L. Casey, age 82, of 6890 L Road in Escanaba passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at the Christian Park Health Care Center in Escanaba.
John was born December 17, 1928 in Wells, the son of Joseph and Mildred (Olsen) Casey. John remained a lifelong resident of the area. He was united in marriage to Margaret Bussineau on August 28, 1948 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Escanaba. Their union lasted for over 62 years. John worked for the Mead Paper Corporation for 37 years until his retirement in December of 1990. He was a member of the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Wells, the Wells Lions Club and a charter member of the Mead Rod and Gun Club. He also loved fishing.
John is survived by:
His wife, Margaret Casey of Escanaba, MI
4 sons: Mike (Bonnie) Casey of Wells, MI; Pat (Mary) Casey of Pembine, WI; Joe (Patti) Casey of Iron Mountain, MI; Russ (Tina) Casey of Gladstone, MI
2 daughters: Debbie (Rick) Wilson of Gladstone; Sherri (John) Schorr of Santee, CA
16 grandchildren
11 great grandchildren
His sister, Joan (Larry) Cartwright of Green Bay, WI
Numerous nieces and nephews
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Wilfred “Buster” and William Casey and two sisters, Jean Lundquist and Caroline Casey.
The Casey family will receive friends on Friday, January 14 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Skradski-Boyce Funeral Home in Escanaba. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 5:00 PM at the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Wells with Rev. Fr. Rick Courier officiating. A luncheon will be served immediately following services in the church fellowship hall. John will be laid to rest in the Gardens of Rest Cemetery in Wells. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in John’s name may be directed to the Wells Lions Club. The Casey family is being assisted by the Skradski-Boyce Funeral Homes of Delta County.
Anonymous
To the Casey Family:Condolences to all on the loss of a great man. May time and God’s graces assist in healing your wounds and wiping your tears.
Connie Kroll
Puyallup, WA
Mrs. Casey, Cheryl and Family – So sorry to hear of your husband’s/father’s/grandfather’s passing. My dad always liked Johnnie and has some good stories to tell. I know this will be a difficult time, but I’m sure you have many fond memories too. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tracy (Couchene) Branz
Gladstone, MI
To the Casey family;
My condolences for your loss. I have many fond memories of John and your family from growing up in the neighborhood. It won’t be the same place without him.
Louis Young
Washougal, WA
I’m so sorry for your loss of a husband and father. john was a great man. my thoughts and prayers are with you all. love dianne &tim
dianne (helgemo) rich
wyoming, MI
Marge and family I am so sorry for your loss. John was always so plesant, I always enjoyed meeting you both and saying a quick hello. Again our sympathy and sorry I was not able to get to the visitation.
Ada Knauf
Gladatone, MI
Dear Deb, and Family,
So sorry to here about your Dad..
My Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow…
Ann Streichert
Escanaba, MI
‘m so sorry for your loss of a husband and father. john was a great man. my thoughts and prayers are with you all. love dianne & tim
Dianne (Helgemo) Rich
Wyoming, MI
Margaret, Debbie, & family of John Casey: I have had the pleasure and honor to get to know John over the last 13 months at Christian Park. He and Grandpa Hess were good buds and ate at the same table for their meals for all these months. John was a kind, warm and loving person – always concerned about everyone around him and wanting to help! When he grinned, he actually had a sparkle in his eyes that I know I will miss!! His presence will certainly be missed at C.P., as I know it will be in all of your lives. Rely on your wonderful memories and each other to get you through the long and sad days.
Becki Hess
Gladstone, MI