Photo courtesy of Heritage Funeral Home and Cremation Services - Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Feb 1, 1971 – Jan 18, 2020 (Age 48)
Dr. Casey Douglass Trainor, 48, left on his last great adventure on January 18, 2020 when he took his last breath at home, holding his wife’s hand, surrounded by love.
Casey’s kindness, generosity, and compassion touched everyone he came in contact with in his life. The grace and courage with which he conducted himself during his long battle with cancer that ultimately took his life was an inspiration to his friends, his family, and his students.
Casey was fortunate to have found his calling as a beloved professor of clinical psychology at Augustana University. His office was always filled with students solving the problems of their lives and the world during their long talks. His gift for igniting young minds and their dreams will be his legacy.
Casey loved good wine, good food, new places, and outlandish stories. He will never be forgotten.
Dr. Trainor is survived by his wife, Dr. Arleigh Trainor, his parents Kelly and Doug Trainor, sister Leslie Bronk, brother Corey Trainor, nieces Ashley (Jorge) Marin, Brittany Bronk, and Alexandra Trainor. He was preceded in death by his beloved dog, Wolfie.
Celebration of life and time for sharing memories of Casey will take place on Tuesday, Feb 4, 2020 at the Augustana University Chapel at 4pm. Casey loved being in shorts and flip flops, not suits. Please dress for comfort and colors in honor that he can now finally see them. Donations can be directed to the American Cancer Society or The Teddy Bear Den.
How lucky I am having something that makes saying goodbye so hard. -- Winnie the Pooh
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Casey always brought light and joy with him. I am grateful that our times in Arkansas overlapped. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Elwood
January 29, 2020 | Indianapolis, IN | Friend
Casey, I'm reading Facebook posts and guest book entries and taking delight in knowing that you found your calling and shared your many gifts with the world. While it's been almost thirty years since we spent much time together, I can't help but smile as others describe you -- sounds like the great aspects of your personality were well-maintained! I have fond memories of the good times we had during our time in high school and at NDSU. I send my condolences to your wife, your parents, and...
Grant Olson
January 26, 2020 | Minneapolis, MN | Friend
Kelly and Doug, I am so saddened to hear about Casey's passing. You have my deepest sympathy. Dirinda Skelton
Dirinda Skelton
January 26, 2020 | Fayetteville, AR | Acquaintance
Professor Trainor had a great passion for what he did, and it was infectious. Abnormal Psychology was one of my favorite courses during my time at Augustana. He was always upbeat and positive. My condolences go out to his family at this difficult time.
Maddie Spalding
January 25, 2020 | St. Louis Park, MN | Student
I am heartbroken to learn this. My heart goes out to his family. I had the great privilege to have worked with Casey at BofA. What a kind, gentle and generous soul!
Casey, may you Rest In Peace!
Eleni D Larson
January 24, 2020 | St Paul, MN | Coworker
This is just heart breaking. Professor Trainor was an amazing mentor at Augie. He always had time to sit and talk - even after graduation. He encouraged me to do my best at whatever I was doing and whatever I wanted to be when I "grew up." I am grateful to have known him, and I am sending love and prayers to his family. This amazing person will be so very missed.
MAXINE MELBER
January 24, 2020 | Redmond, WA | Student
Casey, Keeping You, and all your family and friends in our prayers. Say hey to PJ for me when you see him.
NDSU SPD Class of 93
Tom Nathe
January 24, 2020 | Andover, MN | Classmate
You will be greatly missed. I am thankful for you being in my cousins life and for being her many reasons to smile. goodbye.
Cheryl Danners
January 23, 2020 | Oakbank, MB | Family
Thank you for being a great professor and a kind and gentle soul. Your teachings will continue to inspire and live on in many students lives. I pray that God wraps his arms around you and your family at this time.
Skyla Mendoza
January 23, 2020 | Sioux Falls, SD | Student
