David Lee Cass

David Lee Cass, age 30, died on June 29, 2013 as a result of injuries sustained in a boating accident in Minnesota. Dave was born on March 29, 1983 in Rochester, MN. He grew up in Sioux Falls, SD and attended Southern Oregon University. He was loved and will be missed. He is survived by his parents, Joe and Amy Cass of Rochester, MN, two brothers, Mike (Katie) and niece Emily of Alexandria, MN and Abe (Coresa Leighty) of Minneapolis, MN, his maternal grandfather Richard (Gretchen) Lee of Dubuque, IA, and his paternal grandmother, Alice Cass Hinz also of Dubuque, IA. In lieu of flowers, as a tribute to his love of outdoors and youth outreach, please send memorials to NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) - 284 Lincoln St., Lander, WY 82520-2848, www.nols.edu. A scholarship fund will be set up in David's name.

A visitation for David is scheduled for Tuesday evening, July 2, 2013 from 5:00PM to 8:00PM with a time-of-reflection starting at 7:30PM in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home in Rochester.

Macken Funeral Home is handling the arrangements and online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Argus Leader on Jul. 2, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for David Cass

35 Entries

Lindsay LeMair

June 26, 2022

Cass family, on this anniversary of your loss of Dave, know that my heart and prayers are with you. I look back on the memories of a bright, spontaneous and adventurous friend. Dave knew how to make me laugh and reminds me of happy days on the water with your family. I´m sorry this day is so very hard, but send my thoughts and support.
Truly, Lindsay LeMair

July 11, 2013

Joe, Amy, Mike & Abe, My heart broke the day my dad told me the news of Dave's death. He was a dear friend at O'Gorman and a beloved member of Catfish Bay Water Ski Team. I'm proud to say he only dropped me a few times from pyramids and was my encouragement the day your family taught me to barefoot. His smile and free spirit will be remembered. Know that your family remains in my thoughts and prayers.

Truly,
Lindsay LeMair Brooks (Whitefish, MT)

July 5, 2013

Joe and Amy---Renee and I and the Wright family all send our deepest sympathy in the loss of your son, David. Art Gilloon told me about this and Dubuque is shocked and saddened by your terrible loss...Sincerely, Dave and Renee Wright and Family

Nick Sershen

July 5, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys!

July 5, 2013

We are so very sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers
Sherma & John Gacke

Gregory Simpson Smith

July 4, 2013

You will be missed see you on the otherside. Love Always

July 3, 2013

I am heartbroken for your family. I never knew your son but, Abby has said wonderful things of him, I am praying for all of you that in the days, weeks and months that you all will find some peace in this horrible accident. Maureen Morris (Abby's Mom)

Kelly Johnson

July 3, 2013

I worked with David at the American Red Cross years ago. He always made me laugh. What a gift he had to bring joy! I am sorry for his family for the great loss.

July 3, 2013

Amy and Joe, Our thoughts and love are with you!
Arlene and Dan Kirby

July 3, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers
Sue McAnally
nurse Preferred-one

July 3, 2013

Joe, Amy, Mike & Abe ~ Our sympathy for your loss ~ Mike, Katie & Devin Bloom

Daryl and Mary Wierda

July 3, 2013

We are truly shocked and saddened at the news of David's death. Words cannot express our heart felt grief for you and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

July 3, 2013

Joe, Amy, Mike and Abe,
Please know of my deepest sympathy and of my prayers for David and for all of you today and in the days to come. May our loving Father in heaven give you consolation knowing that David is now at home with Him. God's Blessings
Fr. Ken Bain

Lisa knust

July 2, 2013

To Amy and Joe- I cannot think of any words. Just that my heart goes out to you and the rest of the family.,

Michael and Toni Houselog

July 2, 2013

Joe and Amy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Gary Ortt

July 2, 2013

Cass Family
I had the pleasure of working with David at Red Cross. It was always a treat for me to find out he would be working the same site I was at. He was always full of life and laughter and always made work more enjoyable. I named him Diamond Dave after the first time meeting him. He was a Gem.
Rest in Peace my Friend

July 2, 2013

Joe and Amy and family, I feel so sad for your lose of David. Dr. Cass I work with you as Dr. Johnson 2nd hand. I'll always remember your wife candy recipe.Our prays are with you and your family at this painful time.
Betty and Kermit Oehlke

Ruth Krueger

July 2, 2013

Joe, Amy, Abe, Mike -- my heart breaks for you all. You are in my family's thoughts and prayers.
Ruth, Josh, Jen, & Luke Krueger

Theodore Wallace

July 2, 2013

Cass Family,
I am heartbroken for your loss. Dave was one of the friendliest, and most genuine people I have ever met. Though brief, the few days I knew him, I grew close and he felt like family. I was miss him, but to me he is eternal for the good he spread around the world. He will live in my heart and all he ever got to meet.

Mary Steiner

July 2, 2013

Dear Amy, Joe and family, my very deepest sympathy to all of you. It has been many years since I have seen you in SF, but I still remember the proud stories you would tell about your boys. My prayers go out to all of you at this tragic time. God bless.

Rita Vetter

July 2, 2013

I occasionally worked with Dave at The Red Cross, and I always loved it when he was there. I knew he always liked the busy mobiles as he just always had to keep moving. I enjoyed his work ethic. All of a sudden one day I heard he had left The Red Cross and I was saddened, but I always think of the young people going on to fulfill their lives with what they feel is more to their liking. I always think that maybe I will meet them on the street and say hello. Sadly I won't be able to see him again. I am so sorry for your loss. He is missed.

Bob and Jan Dahl

July 2, 2013

Dear Joe and Amy,
We are deeply sorry for the loss of your son, David. There must be no pain like the pain of losing a child. We will keep David and your family in our prayers.
Very sincerely, Bob and Jan Dahl

Kristi Weeks

July 2, 2013

So sorry for loss..my heart goes out to you all.

Rick Thoms

July 2, 2013

I worked with Dave at the American Red Cross-he was a joy as a co-worker and friend. He will be missed dearly. You have my sincere sympathy in this time of great sorrow.
Rick Thoms-or Rickles as Dave so fondly nicknamed me.

July 2, 2013

You are in my thoughts and prayers. Gretchen Graves

Maura Giebinkli

July 1, 2013

I 'm sooo very sadden by David's death. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to his family. I 'll always keep him in my heart. I just cannot believe this has happen--- praying for his family. Maura Giebink

July 1, 2013

Dear Cass Family,
I met Dave through Catfish Bay many years ago. He was a fun loving kid with a great heart and I am so sorry for your loss.
Nancy (Hanisch) Kraayenhof

KrisAnne Christenson

July 1, 2013

To the Cass Family,
So very saddened to know of your loss. My heart goes out to you all. Blessings to all of you.

Brad Peterson

July 1, 2013

Dear Joe, Amy, Mike and Abe my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God's blessings to you all.

Sarah Biedak

July 1, 2013

I met Dave through my brother (Jacob) and I remember his infectious smile and light-hearted way of seeing the world. My thoughts are with your family.

Betty Barto-Smith

July 1, 2013

Amy and Joe, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Much love to you in this terrible pain. Prayers also with Mike and Abe.

July 1, 2013

Dear Amy and Joe,
We are so sad to hear about David.
Blessing to you and your family during this difficult time.
Love, Ellie , Duncan , Mat and Nikki Keirnes

Rachel Watson

July 1, 2013

Thinking so much of your family. So sorry for your loss.

Deb & Peter Klebanoff

July 1, 2013

Dave, Since the day when you were 10 years old and scaled the downspout at our Phillips house to break into the house in the middle of the night "to visit Dakota", you've added color to our lives. Just 2 weeks ago we enjoyed your company at Lake Poinsett. It's hard to believe that would be the last time you jumped up and washed our dishes after dinner; the last time you would sleep on the sun porch with a pooch at your side; the last time we'd hear your crazy tales. This news was so shocking ... why can't there be "do-overs" in this life. I'm sure wherever you are people are laughing over your exploits on earth and trying hopelessly to best you at another game of can disc golf. I'll bet things are a lot more lively there since you've arrived. Too soon gone ...

Showing 1 - 35 of 35 results