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Clarence (Casey) Mayer loved few things more than a good game. Whether it was golf, tennis, baseball, softball, bowling, euchre, pinochle or Wii bowling, he played it with enthusiasm, doubly so if family were involved. His game of life ended July 11, 2019, passing quietly with family near. He was born in Junction City, Wisconsin, on April 23, 1923, to Mary (Forsyth) and August Mayer. He graduated from P.J. Jacobs High school in Stevens Point, Wisconsin and had just begun attending Stevens Point Teacher College (now University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point) when World War II began. He joined the U.S. Army Air Corps, training as a bombardier, flying flew 30 B-29 (Superfortress) missions over Japan. After finishing his bachelor's degree at Stevens Point, he taught math and chemistry in New Glarus, Wisconsin, where he met kindergarten teacher Ina Gill, the love of his life. They were married on April 10, 1949. In 1952, the family moved to Freeport, Illinois, where he taught at Freeport Junior High School. After earning a master's degree in chemistry from the Missouri School of Mines and Metallurgy, he taught chemistry at Highland Community College in Freeport. After retiring, he taught math classes and through the U.S. Navy's P.A.C.E. program, sometimes meeting former students from Freeport in far-away places. Among his many community activities were the Freeport Pilots Association, Golden K Kiwanis, First Lutheran Church of Freeport and many softball, bowling, golf, and tennis leagues. After he and Ina moved Parkview in Freeport, he organized euchre games and Wii bowling, served on the resident's board for several years and regaled the staff with his war stories. In addition to his wife, Ina, he is survived by daughters, Jean Mayer of Tampa, Florida; Cindy (Steve) O'Dell of Irvine, California; and Peggy (Jeffrey) Young of Kalispell, Montana; his brother Marvin Mayer of Menominee, Michigan; four grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. His legacy lives on in their love of a good game. Memorial services are being planned for early October. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation, Parkview Foundation or Freeport Health Network Hospice. Condolences may be shared at www.walkermortuary.com.
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Emma Wright
July 27, 2019
Jean, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Tiff Haubach-Koshiol
July 23, 2019
Ina and family- I was saddened to read about Casey in the paper. You will recall the time spent with my parents, Rolland and Shirley Haubach. I remember spending wonderful times with you when I was a kid. May the love of your friends and family bring you comfort .
Judy Castle
July 22, 2019
Casey was a great conversationalist when you met and sat with him. First met him when I joined First Lutheran and then when I worked for three years at Park View. Will treasure the memories made in knowing him. Lifting Ina and the family in prayers on the passing of your Husband/father.
Norm Soukup
July 21, 2019
I'll certainly miss Casey. You can be sure I will always remember the spring fishing trips some of the Highland science faculty took to Caseys home area in Wisc. He is truly gone only physically. His pleasant, positive attitude remains with us! So sorry he is gone. Norm
Mary Sue Jacobson Neff
July 21, 2019
Prayers to Ina and family for the loss of Casey. Remember the smile well. He was always teaching and enjoying life. Was a great friend to my father Harry.
Joe Maurer
July 20, 2019
A good man, my Grandson and I visited his garage and learned much history on the bombing of Japan. What a fascinating life. Gave him a Model T Ford ride in the Memorial day parade a few years ago. What a great guy.
Phyllis & Bob Wendt
July 16, 2019
Here's to all the wonderful flying memories that we shared!! Those were some of my favorite years and I got to share them with Casey!! Ina and family we are so sorry for your loss. Casey was so much fun to be around. He was always positive and supportive. May all the memories of friends and family give you comfort at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Wish we could be there to give you support. Sending hugs!
Margaret Hoefle
July 14, 2019
Casey, was greatly admired by many. Much love to Ina.
Dianne (Roth) Madden
July 14, 2019
I loved having Mr. Mayer as a math teacher at the Jr. High in Frpt, back in the mid 60s. My brother also had him. I last saw him at a Veterans Day celebration at Empire School, where he was honored for his service. I asked if he remembered me, which he did not. He did remember my brother, who was 6 years older than me. Well, my brother went on to become an accountant, me a first grade teacher, which probably accounts for why he remembered my brother. I easily mastered first grade math, tho!
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He was a great man and teacher!
Joan Morton
July 14, 2019
Really going to miss your smile Casey.
Dean Johnson
July 13, 2019
Casey was a kind and helpful colleague to a novice teacher years ago at FJHS. My condolences to Cindy, a former English student of mine, and the family. Sincerely, Dean Johnson (lived in Freeport 1961-69 and then became a journalist and columnist in Orlando, Fl, now retired)
Tim McCarthy
July 13, 2019
Enjoyed getting to know Casey when we were both at Highland college. I appreciated his coaching our golf and tennis teams
Deena Chavez
July 13, 2019
Carey was always an interesting man to talk to, and he diffently loved talking about his time in the service. He was a true gentleman! The love and patience he showed his wife every morning while they are breakfast would warm anybody's heart. I often referred to them as the Note Book Story. His story may have ended, but he left lasting imprints on anybody who had the pleasure of listening to his stories.
July 12, 2019
I remember Clarence from Church and School. He was always a good example. Chris Mitchell
Dean Sperle
July 12, 2019
I had many visits with Casey about WWII Aircraft, also about many trips to EAA in Oshkosh Wi. He was a most interesting Gentleman!! He will be missed!! Dean
Kay Kleckler
July 12, 2019
Enjoyed working with Casey at HCC for many years. Sad to hear of his passing.
Dyan Toepfer
July 12, 2019
Such a wonderful man and teacher, had him for Chemistry at Highland. Sorry for your loss.
Gary Schleich
July 12, 2019
Called and talked to Casey a month or so ago. He sounded so great! I had him for a Chemistry teacher at FCC, he was such a wonderful person. He will be missed by she many. God speed Casey! God bless and comfort his family. Gary & Lynn (Peace) Schleich
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