William F. Casey Sr.

b William F. Casey, Sr. Bill passed away at his home in Downey on December 16, 2010. He was born April 5, 1931 in Clovis, California to William and Mary Casey. He graduated from Clovis High School and moved to the Los Angeles area in the early 1950's. Bill was drafted into the U.S. Army and served in Korea. After his discharge, he settled in Compton, where he worked for Glenn Organ Ford. In 1963, Bill went into business for himself. Bill was the proud owner and proprietor of Casey's Automotive in South Gate. He will be remembered for his kindness and generosity. Bill was an epicurean; his life-long passion was the search for fine food, gourmet and the ordinary. He was a regular patron at many of the area's finest restaurants, as well as, numerous eccentric hole-in-the-walls. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Lois; sons, William and Robert; daughters, Christina and Jean; granddaughters, Megan, Morgan, Miranda and Marin; brothers, John and Phillip; sisters, Helen and Nora and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Mary. A rosary service will be held on January 11, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at Chapel of Memories in Norwalk. A memorial service will be held on January 12, 2011 at 11 a.m. at Chapel of Memories. Internment will follow at Riverside National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to the American Cancer Society, Torrance Relay For Life, Team Knitting For a Cure.. Please sign the guest book at www.presstelegram.com/obituaries. Chapel of Memories Norwalk 562/863-8731