Photo courtesy of Rossi Funeral Home - Scotch Plains
Scotch Plains, New Jersey
Mr. James J. Cassidy, 82, of Scotch Plains died on Sunday, July 8, 2012. The funeral will be held on Monday, July 16 at 9:45 am from the Rossi Funeral Home, 1937 Westfield Ave., Scotch Plains. The Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 am at St. Bartholomew the Apostle Church, in Scotch Plains, and Interment will be at St. Gertrude Cemetery, Colonia. Visitation will be on Sunday, July 15th from 3 pm to 7 pm. To send letters of condolence or receive directions and further information, please visit www.therossifuneralhome.com.
James was born and raised in Elizabeth, NJ. He lived in Anchorage, Alaska and Garwood, New Jersey before settling in Scotch Plains in 1958. He served with the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. James graduated from Seton Hall University in 1958, receiving his BS in Chemistry. James also received his MBA from Seton Hall University in 1965. He was the owner and president of Cassidy Chemical Co. Inc. as well as BT Products in Scotch Plains for 30 years, before retiring in 2010. Prior to founding Cassidy Chemical Co. Inc. and BT Products, he worked for Vulcan Materials Co. in Clark, where he was appointed Products Manager. He worked for GAF in Linden as well as M & T Chemical in Rahway in their Sales and Research Department.
James was an extremely active parishioner of St. Bartholomew the Apostle Church, serving as a Trustee for 15 years. In addition to being a Trustee, James served on the Parish Council, Finance Council, and Building & Grounds Committee. James was also a Charter Year Knight, an Adult Altar Server, Eucharistic Minister, Lector, Minister of Hospitality, and a member of the Holy Name Society, as well as the Knights of Columbus Fr. Nelligan Council. Additionally, James was a member of the American Chemical Society and American Electroplaters and Surface Finishers Society.
Surviving James are his beloved wife of 59 years, Patricia A. (nee Dowling), his loving sons Dr. Brian J. and his wife Linda, Dr. Thomas J. and his wife Lisa, his cherished grandchildren Kevin J., Gregory P., Colleen A., Douglas P., Matthew T., Thomas C., and his two caring brothers Eugene F. and John G. He is predeceased by his sister Margaret Sherrick, who passed away in 2012.
Donations may be made to the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 325 Scotch Plains NJ, 07076 or the Center for Hope Hospice Peggy Coloney's House, 1900 Raritan Road, Scotch Plains, NJ, 07076.
Brian, Linda and family, Grief is so hard, but your special memories help you cope. Remembering you and your beloved father today and always. May he continue to Rest Peacefully until you meet again one day.
Merry Hoppe
July 05, 2025 | South Plainfield, NJ | Friend
Dear Brian and Tom,
We were saddened to hear about the loss of your father. May all the wonderful memories bring you comfort during this very difficult time. All our best to you and your families.
Lori and Don Wirth
July 16, 2012
Dear Drs. Tom & Brian,
We were saddened when we heard that your father had passed away. Please accept our deepest condolences and know that we pray for the repose of his soul. Also, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Joe & Lillian Aniunas
July 16, 2012
Our Deepest Condolences to Dr Brian, Dr Tom and your entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May your memories and thoughts of the wonderful times you had with James sustain you and give you comfort.
Merry Hoppe
July 15, 2012 | South Plainfield, NJ
Our deepest condolences to the Cassidy family.Dr. Brian and Dr. Tom, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the wonderful memories of your dear father remain in your hearts forever and help you through this difficult time.
Solazzo, Calabrese and Ricci Family
Gina Solazzo
July 15, 2012 | Watchung, NJ
Our deepest codolences to the Cassidy family.Our prayers and thoughts are with you during your time of loss. May your many wonderful memories of your husband and father comfort you
The Sweigart and Mercier family
July 14, 2012 | South Plainfield, NJ
July 14,2012
Dear Pat,Brian,Tom and family. We were so saddened to hear of Jim's passing. We will always remember him as a kind and compassionate man. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Joe and Bev Wood, Breinigsville, Pa
July 14, 2012
Dear Pat, Brian and Tom and family. Just a short note to express my condolences at the passing of your husband, father and grandfather. A fine gentleman who passed on his wonderful traits to his sons. May he now rest in peace with his maker.
George Zhelesnik
July 13, 2012 | Hightstown, NJ
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Jean Lozowski
July 13, 2012 | Scotch Plains, NJ
