Bob Casey
August 6, 1940 ~ April 29, 2020
Robert James Casey died peacefully, early Wednesday morning, April 29, 2020, due to leukemia. Visitation will be 2-6 p.m. on Sunday, May 3, 2020, at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids. A maximum of 10 people will be allowed into the funeral home at one time. Please follow social distancing requirements and plan to wait outside for your turn. A private family Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 4, 2020, at All Saints Catholic Church, Cedar Rapids, by Rev. John R. Flaherty. Friends and extended family are invited to participate in the Mass via livestream on Facebook. Search for and join the Remembering Bob Casey Facebook group for more information. Burial will be at 1 p.m. on Monday at Forestville Cemetery near Dundee.
Survivors include his beloved wife Connie (Kelly) and four children, Bridget (late David) Sheffert of Park Ridge, Illinois, John (fianc�� Aneta) Casey of Kildeer, Illinois, Tom (Marjorie) Casey of Walnut Creek, California, and Ed (Nora) Casey of Cedar Rapids; grandchildren, Ian, Clare, Mary Frances, and Kathleen Sheffert, Brenna, John Jr., and Lauren Casey, Emma, Robert, and Morgan Casey, Edward Jr., Stephen, Joseph, and Allison Casey; uncle, Edward Casey of Cedar Rapids; brothers, Larry (Susan) of Crystal Lake, Illinois, and Blair (Sheila) of Santa Rosa, California; sisters, Mary Lou Santore of Seymour, Connecticut, and Bonnie (Ben) Vasquez of Swisher, Iowa; and sisters-in-law, Sherry Casey and Christine Casey, both of Cedar Rapids, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was a beloved brother-in-law and uncle to many members of the Kelly clan.
Bob was born on August 6, 1940, in Manchester, Iowa, the oldest son of James and Flora Casey. He met the love of his life at a dance at Mount Mercy College and they were married for 57 years. Bob was a dedicated family man and his Catholic faith was a very important part of his life as were his lifelong classmates from Immaculate Conception, Class of 1958. Words could never express the difference he made in so many people's lives.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, James and Flora Casey; his brothers, Bill and Mike Casey; and nephews, Billy Ray Casey and Bob Santore.
Memorials in his honor may be directed to the Xavier Foundation, P.O. Box 10956, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52410.
The family would like to thank Dr. Vigil and the University of Iowa medical team and well as Dr. Ghosh and staff in Cedar Rapids.
Please share your support and memories with Bob's family on his tribute wall at www.stewartbaxter.com under obituaries.
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We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Just remember all the good times you shared. Our deepest condolences. Theresa & Eddie Kulikowski
Thanks Theresa. Thanks ED.
We sorry to all Casey Family about the loss of Don Bob, I hope you have a speedy recovery. We send you a big hug to Connie, Bridget, Ed, John, Tom and my dear sister Nora, that he was like a father to her. Sincerely Yuri and Alex Zamora.
So sorry Ed, Nora and family~ He was such a caring man to all of you ! We are all keeping you in our thoughts and prayers! 🙏
We are very shocked by the departure of Bob, an extraordinary person to whom we will always be grateful for his hospitality and care. To the entire Casey family we send a big hug. God with you. Oscar Zamora and Family
We are so sorry about your lost! My heart aches, just yesterday morning we put Bob in our Rosary intentions. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the soul of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. Love The Finnegans
Bob was one of the greatest people I’ve ever known! He was certainly a wonderful brother-in-law! Always witty, knowledgeable, jovial, hardworking, faith-filled and willing to lend a hand! I loved listening to Bob talk as he was wise and smart and respected! I will miss this dear man! I am thankful for memories of many family events that included Bob! I know his loss will leave a hole in many of our hearts! Wishing Connie and her family deepest condolences and much love during this difficult time. RIP dear Bob, and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand✝️☘️
Casey Family So sorry for your loss. I bowled with Bob for many years and he was always a pleasure to be around and I will miss him.
My prayers are with you Connie and all your family. My memories of being with Bob and Connie are all happy memories. Roger an I were so blessed to have been your friends. He was a devoted family man and a beautiful example of how to live our Catholic faith. You are in my prayers. God Bless, Mary Etta Courtney Formanek
We were saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. He was a wonderful friend to RL and we enjoyed getting to know Bob through their friendship. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mike and Karen Smith
Dear Connie and family. Les and I are so very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing yet know he will be at peace now in the arms of Our Lord. I cannot think of a finer human being than Bob. He was a true gentleman and z very caring one. He suffered quietly, and always was concerned about others even when he was experiencing his own health problems. He brought tremendous joy wherever he went and was without reserve a faithful Catholic who lived his faith every moment of his life. In addition to being such a wonderful man, he brought joy to those who knew him and touched the lives of so many , always for their betterment. I knew his family well as we grew up down the street from each other and his brothers were friends of Blair and Bill and I, being from Immaculate Conception was a classmate of Larry’s. Our sincere sympathy to the entire family and our continued prayer for Bob and your whole family, Connie, our love to you! Love and prayers to all Karen and Les Swindler
Connie, Helen and I were saddened to hear about Bob’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We are with you and the family, Connie, praying for peace of heart, now and forever. Bob was a big part of my life from childhood around McKinley school and playground, through grade school and high school, and especially, with Bob Scott, bringing us together for the many beautiful reunions of the Class of ‘58! Can’t wait to get back together to reminisce! Until then, know that we love you dearly. Diane and Tony Meis
OMG! I just happened to hear of Bob’s passing, and to say the least I am suprised and saddened by it. While Bob & I knew each other via Real Estate and meeting each other in church, he was the kind of man you’d immediately feel comfortable being around and visiting with. So, Dear Connie, family and friends of Bob, please accept my sincerest condolences and sympathies for your loss. I will miss him too. Bob “Bobert” Bembenek
Hi connie and family, I just found out today of Bob’s death on the All Saints web site. I enjoyed getting to know him at our table in bible study. He was a kind person and a gentleman. May the golden memories comfort you and help your hearts to heal. Sorry for your loss. With sincere sympathy, Linda S Vermeersch
Missing you Dad. My heart will never heal. You were just too good a Dad. Can’t get you out of my mind. Love you Dad!! T-Boone.