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John Cassells Obituary

John Patrick 'Irish Jack' Cassells John Patrick "Irish Jack" Cassells, 88, Bradenton, FL passed away July 25, 2019. Jack was preceded in death by the love of his life and wife of 60 years, Marge Becker Cassells; his son, John P. Cassells, II of Montpelier, VA; his daughters, Kelly Atchison of Fork Union, VA and Sharon Isbel of Richmond, VA. He is survived by his daughter, Kathlinda 'Kathi' Marshall and her husband, William 'Bill' Marshall of Charlottesville, VA and several grandchildren and great- grandchildren. Born and educated in Philadelphia, he received Insurance degrees from The American College. Jack started his life insurance career with John Hancock as an agent and proceeded in all phases of management including opening several offices and ultimately ending up in the home office. He advanced to the Life Insurance Company of Virginia where he was National Director of Sales in the corporate division. Jack started his own insurance company in the Commonwealth of Virginia with great success with the concept of never meeting a stranger. Jack was a founding member and past president of the James H. Dolley Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians; co-founder and president of the Greater Richmond St. Patrick's Day Parade in which, for twenty years, he portrayed St. Patrick, patron saint of Ireland; Grand Marshall for the Richmond Irish American Society; a member of the American Legion, the ELKS and Moose clubs and a volunteer at the Blake Hospital of Bradenton, FL. He was very active in the Knights of Columbus, a lifetime member of the 3rd and 4th degree and a past Faithful Navigator of the 4th Degree. He established the Cassells Academic Scholarship Fund in Council #395. Jack was a frequent traveler to Ireland, where his parents emigrated from Donegal and County Cavan. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and visiting friends and family. There will be a Celebration of his Life 4:00 - 6:00PM, Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at the VFW Post 10141, 5105 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL. Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory 43rd Street Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Memorial donations may be made to 'CASSELLS ACADEMIC FUND", Knights of Columbus #395, 2324 Pump Road, Richmond, VA 23233. THE GOD OF ST. PATRICK CALLED JACK TO COMPLY WITH the LORDS wishes"THY WILL BE DONE ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN" AS IN THE LORD'S PRAYER. Condolences may be made to www.brownand sonsfuneral.com

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Published by Bradenton Herald on Jul. 31, 2019.

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Rebecca Fontanella

November 25, 2019

It was my pleasure to know Jack. He was a wonderful man. He will be missed greatly. My deepest sympathy to all his family. He will stay in my thought.

Edward Lubno

October 19, 2019

It was my pleasure to know Jack and I will always remember him fondly. He was so energetic,active in many groups, and always in a hurry. I recall his enthusiasm as he prepared to be Saint Patrick in the annual . I am sending condolences to his children & grandchildren.

Owen Gallagher

September 2, 2019

With deepest sympathy to all Jacks family and friends. Rest in Peace.
Owen Gallagher

Peter Cassells

August 13, 2019

God Bless Uncle Jack.
So many great memories of visiting you and Aunt Margie in the summer.
All of the Cassells brothers are reunited.

Matt Costello

August 1, 2019

The world lost a funny guy

Ed Kane

August 1, 2019

Goodbye my good friend . Many wonderful memories at the Knights, on the golf course and sipping a cool one.... or more . The last time we talked you were at Marges grave in Richmond. Now youre with her in heaven. Rest In Peace.

Joanne Betti

July 31, 2019

Though the hearts of those who loved you here on earth are aching... comfort and peace can be found in the knowledge that those who have gone before you are there to greet you with loving open arms . Rest In Peace.

Sandra Freeman

July 31, 2019

My Deepest Sympathy Goes Out To The Family. Irish Jack Was A Fun Loving Guy. I Am Glad I Got To Know Him. He Will Be Missed Very Much. Rest In Peace Irish Jack.

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Celebration of Life

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

VFW Post 10141

5105 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL

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Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory (43rd St. Chapel) - Bradenton

604 43rd Street West, Bradenton, FL 34209

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