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John Casey Obituary

Casey, Sr., John J.
John J. Casey, Sr., age 100, of Seymour, entered into rest on Sunday, April 27, 2014 in Vitas at St. Mary's Hospital in Waterbury. He is the husband of Beverly Mallahan Casey. John was born in Shelton, on August 19, 1913, son of the late Frank and Stella (Novakowski) Czajkowski, and was a Shelton resident for most of his life before moving to Seymour in 1991. John was a proud veteran serving his country in the US Navy during WWII.
He started his career as a serviceman, at the former Derby Gas Company, where he was instrumental in forming the Union for his fellow employees. Derby Gas Company became CT Light and Power where he was employed until his retirement. After retirement, John was employed as hearse driver for over 25 years at the Riverview Funeral Home. He was a member and Past Commander of the American Legion Sutter-Terlizzi Post # 16 in Shelton, where he served as the Chaplain for many years. He was a also member of the former VFW Post # 1236, the Czech-Amer Club, the American-Russian Citizens Club, the Bass Club, the Elks Lodge # 571. He coached Boys Biddy Basketball in Derby for many years, he was a former lifeguard at the Recreation Camp of Derby, where he taught many kids to swim, and was a former member of the Shelton Parks and Recreation Commission. One of John's biggest accomplishments was marching in every Memorial Day Parade, until his age of 99, from 1946 to 2013, while wearing his original uniform. .
He is the father of Fred Casey and his wife Maureen, Ted Casey and his fiancee Kathy Shaw, and John Casey, Jr. and his wife Debbie. He also leaves 10 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by 4 brothers, Thomas, Frank, Stanley, and Louis Czakowski, and 2 sisters Bertha Petronuik, and Frances Anroman.
Friends may greet his family on Wednesday from 5 to 7 PM in the Riverview Funeral Home, 390 River Road, Shelton. A military honors service will be held Wednesday at 6:45 pm.
Burial will be private.
John family would like to thank Vitas Unit at St. Mary Hospital for their wonderful care.
At the request of his family memorial contributions may be made to the Vitas Unit at St. Mary's Hospital 56 Franklin Street Waterbury, CT 06706. Please leave online condolences to his family at www.riverveiwfh.com



Published by Connecticut Post on Apr. 29, 2014.
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Still think of you Mr. Cracker Jack man. Love always

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April 23, 2022

My thought and prayers go out to the entire Casey family. I'm sure you have hundreds of memories that can help bring you some comfort during this difficult time.

Michele (Sebas) Tuck

May 2, 2014

We love you Dad. A true icon and proud man. You will be missed, you touched so many lives. Ted & Kathy

Ted & Kathy Casey & Shaw

May 1, 2014

I am deeply sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. May God's love comfort and strengthen your family during this difficult time. John 16:22

April 30, 2014

He was one of the last true American Hero, Thinking of you Ted,(Bro) and the Family.

Lance Heidorn

April 29, 2014

In our thoughts. Johnny Angel was truly a man who influenced my life and the lives of my children. Our cousin and friend !

Sharon and Paul Holly

April 29, 2014

Bev and family
We will miss "Joe" very much. You kept him going and happy for so long. I remember the first time I saw him leaning the ladder on the flag pole in your front yard - he was 91 years old!!!! God bless him

David & Laura Vargas

April 29, 2014

We always looked so forward to seeing your dad every year in the Shelton/Derby Memorial Day parade. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

April 29, 2014

We love Dad!

John Casey

April 28, 2014

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