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Kevin Casey Obituary
After significant time in and around Brockton, Cupertino, Santa Barbara, Coral Gables and the Connecticut shoreline, on May 29, 2015, in his sixty-ninth year, Kevin James Patrick Casey passed from complications of pneumonia in the place of his earliest memories - New Haven. His oral autobiographies were gratifying and insightful, answering questions like what happened after he won the '61 twist contest, why he worked with the Modesto Messiah, and what role Burl Ives' yacht played in his parents' divorce. As the consummate postmodernist, he was inordinately vexed; possibly by a broken home, transcontinental train hopping, demoralizing encounters with politicos and literati, Viet Nam service (mostly in the brig) and younger brother Jeff's premature death. But, these also shaped an esoteric perspective and passion for reading, politics, reading politics and artful expressions of a nonpareil ironic wit: verbally, in drawings, song, verse, prose and especially in his magnetic emotive smirk. He is survived by at least two ex-wives, a niece, Adrienne, and his two children, Quinn and Jeff. Those wishing to share condolences are strongly encouraged. Please make contact at [email protected]. Thanks again to the staff at Verdi 3 North Saint Rafael Campus for providing the best care and guidance.
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Rosemary May
May 31, 2019
On your 4th anniversary. God Bless.
Owen & Rosemary May
Joan Kelley
May 30, 2019
I so wish we could have the opportunity to discuss events. Boy, Kevin, you would have a hay day with what is currently trying to pass as 'normal'. I would love to hear your comments.
Rosemary May
June 9, 2015
A candle for you, Kevin. Rest in Peace.
June 9, 2015
Jeff and Quinn,
I am so sorry to read of your Dad's passing. The obit describes him well. I must admit, reading these wonderful tributes to your Dad puts a smile on my face. He really was such a unique, intelligent soul. Could drive you nuts one minute and have you laughing the next. The 70's was a wonderful time and your Dad was always in the middle of it. J & Q, you are both in my heart and thoughts. xoxoxo
Marilyn Grote Malcarne
June 8, 2015
Jeff - I was so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was such a large part of our circle of friends in the 70's & 80's & I will never forget his wit & friendship back during those crazy times when we were all finding our way in the world. While a lot of us have lost touch over the years I'm sure that Kevin's passing is going to bring back those times to all of our memories. My heart goes out to you & your family. Your father loved you so much!
Gail Mulcahey
June 7, 2015
Jeff, your dad was one of a kind. A man of many talents his greatest of which was you, though he did have some help in that. My memory of him will warm me until the day I lose that function. I will miss the Kevin of 1974. His personality was too large to be gone from this world. He's out there somewhere arguing his point with someone else who's about to lose.
St. Thomas, VI vacation
Constance Casey
June 7, 2015
If our children are our legacy you have left behind an extraordinary legacy, Kevin. Now you can rest...Love, Connie
Lorraine Chamberlain
June 5, 2015
My heart goes out to his children. He was such a unique, imaginative character, I can only hope some of it has rubbed off on them. Kevin's' sharp wit and unexpected perspective was always exciting. He was maddening, but I know many of us loved him in spite of himself. I know I did. I am so deeply saddened today, learning of his passing. I have thought of him so fondly, and hoped to see him again this year when I visit Connecticut. We have lost a real original. I will never forget that voice, and that laugh. He would be so mad if he could read all this complimentary mush about him! But then, he would have actually liked it, really.....
Owen & Rosemary May
June 5, 2015
Our sincerest condolences to the Casey family. May you Rest in Peace, Kevin, in the arms of our Father in Heaven.
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