William Tobin "Toby" Cassels IV

William Tobin "Toby" Cassels IV obituary, Columbia, SC

William Tobin "Toby" Cassels IV

William Cassels Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 24, 2014.
William Tobin "Toby" Cassels IV COLUMBIA - William Tobin "Toby" Cassels IV, 21, of Columbia, died at his home, Thursday, May 22, 2014. He is survived by his parents, Pat and Tobin Cassels; sister, Rustin Cassels; grandparents, Charlotte and Bill Cassels, the late Helen and George Hook; many aunts, uncles, and cousins; countless friends; a very special girl, Georgia Theodore, "The One"; and his beloved silver lab, Milly. Toby was majoring in Business at the University of South Carolina having just completed his best semester, earning a 3.6 GPA. He was a proud member of the Kappa Alpha fraternity. He was a member of Shandon Baptist Church. Toby had a passion for life. He excelled at soccer, tennis, football, and basketball. He especially loved playing basketball. As a player, he earned the awards "Mr. Hustle," Most Valuable Player, and Defensive Player of the Year for his tenaciousness. Toby was the energy, the leader, the captain, the motivator, and the consummate team player. As a Coach, he imparted all of these attributes to the Middle School team at Hammond School. He loved South Carolina football and recently became a huge fan of the Carolina Panthers. Toby was always the one organizing his friends for swimming, fantasy football, intramural football, NCAA March madness and beach/lake vacations. He especially loved being with his family and friends at his parents' home. Toby displayed his love for animals when his Milly and her friend, Bullet, had 12 silver lab puppies. He was responsible for their care and carefully selected their new homes. He was very proud of his parenting of these precious babies. Visitation will be held at the Gathering Place at Shandon Baptist Church, Saturday, May 24, 2014, 3:00-5:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held Sunday, May 25 at 3:00 p.m. at Shandon Baptist Church. Dunbar Funeral Home is assisting the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shandon Baptist Church, 5250 Forest Drive, Columbia SC 29206; Columbia International University, 7435 Monticello Road, Columbia SC 29203; or Harvest Hope Food Bank, PO Box 451, Columbia SC 29202. Please sign the online guestbook at www.dunbarfunerals.com.

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July 19, 2014

Siblings in Christ, Dean and Sherri Baker posted to the memorial.

October 17, 2014

Please know that our thoughts and prayers have been and will always be with you and your family. We are deeply saddened by your loss.

Alfie and Tara Chandler

Catherine Slater

October 3, 2014

Such heartbreaking news with the loss of your son. Please accept my sincere sympathy.

Siblings in Christ, Dean and Sherri Baker

July 19, 2014

Pat, Tobin, Rustin, Mr&Mrs Cassels,

I just wanted you to know that my family and I pray for you daily, actually many times throughout the day. Toby was an incredible young man who will always be remembered. We sympathize and emphasize for and with you all. We pray each day for your strength and peace, knowing you understand Toby is in the arms of Jesus.
Steadfastly standing in the gap,
Dean, Sherri, Kennedi, and Kannon Baker

Duane Edelglass

June 12, 2014

Thoughts and prayers for the cassels family. So sorry to hear about your loss.

Raquel (Wright) Melton [Former Employee]

June 10, 2014

To the Cassels family, I just found out about Toby passing away. I remember him as a cute little boy when I worked at the corporate office years ago. It sounds like he was a fine man. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Carol & Tommy Brown

June 8, 2014

Dear Tobin and Pat - We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Our hearts break for you during this extremely difficult time. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you the strength and peace you need at this time.

Steve Goldstein

June 6, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son Toby. Anybody would be proud to call him their son. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Steve Goldstein Trucks Inc.

Robert Dixon

June 2, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Suzie WATTENBARGER

May 31, 2014

To All,
Tom and I are extremely saddened to learn of Toby's passing. We had no idea, and are deeply sorry. He seemed like a fine young man and I know you were proud of him. Please know we care and pray God's peace will comfort you.
Love,
Tom and Suzie Wattenbarger

Tim Bean

May 30, 2014

Praying for your family so extremely sorry for your loss at this time in your life your family and friends is your comfort but most importantly God sends us the comforter and he abides with us. I love y'all

May 30, 2014

Dear Pat, Although I haven't seen you in quite a while, I think of you often. My heart is heavy with sadness over the loss of your son, Toby. I didn't know him, but can only imagine the anguish of losing a child and only son. The recent losses of your mom and brother-in-law seems more than one can bear. My hope for you, your husband, and daughter is that you can find the strength through your faith and the love of your many friends to get through all of this and live the lives your son would have wanted. The void and sadness will never go away, but time will help, I assure you. Love, Ben (Linda) Killian

Paul Perry

May 30, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Katherine Combs Sakovich

May 30, 2014

Pat and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I pray God will cover you with His peace, comfort, and blessings.

Wayne & Michele Pradia

May 29, 2014

May God bless you and your family in the loss of your beautiful son Toby. We will remember Toby in our prayers.

Lynn Bouknight Baldwin

May 29, 2014

Dear Pat and family, I am so very sorry for your tremendous lost. No parent should ever lose a child. I know you are so very proud of him. You and family are in my prayers.

May 29, 2014

Dear Pat and Tobin: I was stunned and so very saddened to learn of your loss of Toby (from David Nowell at Hope Unlimited). May our loving God hold you close and wrap His comforting arms around you; I know it must be so incredibly difficult. May Toby join God's company of angels--as I know he is at this very moment. David Swoap

Gail McCarter Rogers

May 29, 2014

Pat and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my thoughts and prayer.

Darrin Bibb

May 28, 2014

May the Lord give you strength during this difficult time.

May 28, 2014

TOBIN AND FAMILY I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS, I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS. GENE ACREY, GREER, S.C.

May 28, 2014

Dear Tobin and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss and will pray today that God brings comfort to you and your family during this very difficult time.

Tom E

Angela Foster

May 28, 2014

To the Cassels family, know that each one of us mourn with you, with the loss of Toby. You are in our daily thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all.

May 28, 2014

So sorry for your loss. I will remember the family in my prayers. Joyce Howard...former employee of SEFL.

May 28, 2014

Tobin, I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Henri Baskins

May 28, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss...words cannot express the sadness in the hearts of all who knew him or any member of his family. Roland & Lynda Creech, Columbia, SC.

June & Dexter Bunch

May 28, 2014

Dearest Pat, Tobin, & Rustin: Our hearts ache for your loss. We haven't seen Toby in years, but remember him as a beautiful, active young man at the SCTA Conferences. You will always have a great void in your hearts. We pray God will give you the strength to get through the coming days. Please know many people are lifting you up in prayer! God Bless

Louise Richardson

May 28, 2014

Dear Tobin,Pat,Rustin Bill and Charlotte
I am so sorry to here about Toby. May God be with you during this difficult time. My prayers are with you.

Candi Powell Reames

May 28, 2014

Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers during the difficult time.

Kevin Perry

May 28, 2014

Tobin, I am very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.


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Sharon McGinnis

May 27, 2014

To Tobin and Family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son, Toby. My heart goes out to you and your family and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Vince Johnson (SEFL)

May 27, 2014

Mr. & Mrs. Cassels,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Son. Please know you and your Family are in my prayers. Praying all the special memories of Toby will bring you comfort and strength in this time of grief. May God bless you and give you peace.

Lance Burnetter

May 27, 2014

We are deeply sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts are with your family.

Rosa Little

May 27, 2014

Words can not possibly describe the sadness I feel in my heart for your loss. I feel as though you all are part of my own family. I wish I could have had the pleasure of meeting and spending time with Toby as I have Rustin. I am keeping you close to my heart and in my prayers. I have the greatest of respect for your wonderful family please know if there is anything I can do I am just a call away. Love and prayers to you all.

Mark Snelson

May 27, 2014

Pat and Tobin,
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son Toby. I am lifting you up in prayer for strength, peace and comfort. God bless you and your family.

May 27, 2014

Dear Pat and Tobin,

Mimi and I are so grieved to hear of Toby's untimely departure from his earthly life with you. His obituary and the wonderful photos reflect a life well lived. We cannot imagine your loss. May the Lord's Presence and Peace bring you comfort as you grieve.
In Christ's love,
Burt and Mimi McDowell, Portola Valley, CA

Marty Irons

May 27, 2014

Really sad to hear of Toby's passing. Our prayers are with you as you seek to meet up again someday in that heavenly place.....Our prayers are with you.....

Jeff Bostian

May 27, 2014

Tobin it has been a few years since I have seen you, but my heart aches for your loss - My daughter Mary Page was a Tri Delta at USC and knew Toby and said he was a great guy. My prayer is that the presence of Jesus will overcome your grief and remind you that you will see Toby again.

Maria Hargrave DeHart

May 27, 2014

So sorry to hear of Toby's passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May the good memories of Toby bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Blessings you all of you,

William & Jimmie Hilton

May 27, 2014

To the Cassel Family, Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you. God Bless You!

Barbara and Larry Grice

May 27, 2014

What seems like only weeks ago are years that flew by so fast. At Heathwood Hall School lunch room Pat came in with her sweet Babies in tow. They were so cute and you were just great, good memories for me from the past. I was the lunch room Lady whose Husband Larry worked for their Granddad and still does for their Dad you know.
I am saddened for you all as I know you will miss Toby for now, but fill your hearts with wonderful memories you have made while remembering God's Eternal Plan, Toby is already in your future again. His short life's story was glowing with accomplishments that he had made, but reading he was a child of God gave peace and comfort to believe, he is waiting for you all to join him at a feast beyond any we can perceive. Be proud of yourselves, for you raised him well, but be joyful that he gave himself back to God which he learned by examples that you all have lived before him in this life.
We send our deepest sympathy to the Cassels Family at this heartbreaking time and we are praying for continued strength and courage for the coming days ahead.

Clay Crumbliss

May 27, 2014

Tobin, you and your family have been and remain in my thoughts and prayers. God bless and Godspeed!

Tim Shealy

May 27, 2014

Charleane and are are keeping you and your family in our prayers

Trippett Boineau, Jr.

May 27, 2014

To the entire Cassell's family my thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you.

May 27, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Ken Briscoe

May 27, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Ken Briscoe and Family

Britton Clarke

May 27, 2014

Pat and Tobin, Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God bless you all.

Jerry Fuller

May 27, 2014

Dear Tobin, Pat, Bill, and Charlotte
I did not hear about Toby's passing until Sunday in church, please accept our most sincere condolences and know that many are praying for your comfort. We did not know Toby but have known your family for many years.
May God shine His light and peace on you all during this difficult time.
Jerry & Pat Fuller

Akili Harris

May 27, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for your family.

Brittany P

May 27, 2014

Sincere thoughts and prayers to the entire Cassels' family.

Scott and Lisa Hayes

May 27, 2014

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Melissa Edens

May 27, 2014

Tobin and Pat, I'm so sorry to hear about Toby, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Melissa E. Edens and Elise Brandenburg Edens Campbell (Columbia, SC)

Billy and Crystal Wallace

May 27, 2014

Praying for the entire Cassel's family during this time of sorrow.

Barbara Booth

May 26, 2014

Dear Tobin,

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish I could have come to the funeral and give all a hug. The Good Lord will be with you always. He has that same sparkle you have in your eyes. Energetic. When I worked for Southeastern 14 years ago, I remember seeing you like that. God be with you.

Gary Snellings

May 26, 2014

To Tobin and family, I pray for strength and understanding , and He will provide

Toby and Rustin

May 26, 2014

David Cavender

May 26, 2014

My prayers for the Cassel's Family.
David Cavender
Dalton, Ga.

Ken Briscoe

May 26, 2014

Your in our thoughts and prayers. Ken Briscoe and Family

Thrace Mears

May 26, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss.
Thrace and Michael Mears

Roy Askew

May 26, 2014

As a 40 year employee and now retired, my deepest sympathies go to you and your family. I , as a lifelong member of the SEFL family, know that God will be with you all and know Toby will keep watch over all of you.

Gary Shettles

May 26, 2014

Tobin, Ms Pat, and entire Cassel's family, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Toby. May your family be strengthen knowing he is with our Savior, Jesus Christ.
Gary Shettles (Nesbit, Ms)

May 26, 2014

To the Cassels family . . .please know that our thoughts are
with you all, along with our prayers and much sympathy.
Happy and Ross Holmes

Israel and Karen Grigg

May 26, 2014

Tobin, Pat, Rustin and the Cassels family. I'm so sorry to hear about Toby. I and my family have kept you all in our prayers. I could never imagine the pain you all feel. May God comfort you all!

Thomas Jacobs

May 26, 2014

To Pat, Tobin, and Family. I'm so sorry for the loss of your son Toby and my thoughts and prayers are with the family. You've been in my thoughts constantly since I heard. Will always feel part of the SEFL family. May God give you strength. Thomas Jacobs

May 26, 2014

So sorry to hear the passing of your son love, prays, & sympathy to you and family , your friend Sammy and Toni Norton.

Sharon Dominick

May 26, 2014

Pat and Tobin, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I remember him as a baby at Eastminster when we still lived in Columbia. My daughter who goes to Clemson is friends with some of Toby's fraternity brothers at Carolina. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Sharon Norment Dominick

Neil, Jackie and Dylan Kirkwood

May 26, 2014

Tobin, Pat and all the Cassels family,
We are so sorry and heart broken over the loss of Toby. We remember him from the days when he attended Heathwood Hall. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray for God to comfort you during this time
Sincerely,
Neil, Jackie and Dylan Kirkwood

Dave & Teresa Rader

May 26, 2014

We pray you will find comfort during your grief. So many are grieving with you... so many hearts ache for you; ours included. Much love and respect.

May 26, 2014

Pat and Tobin, we grieve over the loss of Toby, but have such fond memories of him playing "all out" basketball! Praying for your family...... "Blessed are those who mourn, for they WILL be comforted! " Matthew 5:4 Aimee, JR and Will

May 26, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Deepest sympathy.
Robert and Mary Dominick

Remembering the fun these boys had, and the amazing athlete Toby was! Praying for your precious family !

Aimee Murphy

May 26, 2014

May 26, 2014

Tobin, Pat and family
my prayers and peace for your family!
rich bundschuh

Robert and Nancy Terrell

May 26, 2014

Mr Tobin and family, sorry for your family loss. may God be with you.

Margaret Jordan

May 26, 2014

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

May 26, 2014

To all of the Cassels,
Our son, Jack Fleming, became very close friends with your sweet Toby when he went to USC. Jack was there when Milly delivered her pups. Our family is indebted to your family for hiring Jack. Please know you are in our prayers.

Jane and Pat Fleming
Wilson, NC

Adina Strauss

May 25, 2014

prayers go out to the Cassels's family, friends, and loved ones. stay strong and push through

Micah Hurtt

May 25, 2014

To the Cassels: Although I was never close to Toby, I always admired his love for life. He knew how to make the best of each day, and that's a lesson I will forever thank him for. I send my condolences and I pray the Lord will grant you peace during this tragic time.

Becky Britton Noyes

May 25, 2014

Pat and Tobin,
Toby seemed to be such a fine young man. He was blessed to have you as his parents, as you were to have him as your son. May God's peace sustain you and your family now and evermore.

Barb, Alex, Ryan & Taylor Giannelli

May 25, 2014

I was so sad to hear about Toby. He and my son , Ryan, played club soccer together years ago. I know there are no words of comfort I can express that will fill the void your family is experiencing. Please know you will be in our thoughts and prayers. I am so deeply sorry for your loss.

Darryll & Janice Albert & Family

May 25, 2014

Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. You are in our prayers.

billing employee at sefl

May 25, 2014

My prayers are with every member of the Cassels family. From mother to mother my heart hurts for your pain Mrs. Cassels,and of course every member of the family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

The Bernoskie Family

May 25, 2014

With our sincere sympathies to the Casssels family and Georgia. Toby will be remembered for his infectious smile, laughter and friendship that he showed to our daughter Lindsey at USC.

May 25, 2014

Sending heartfelt prayers to the Cassels family during this time of sadness and loss. A pain we cannot understand but knowing our Lord truly understands as he loss His only son. May He give you strength and comfort in the days ahead. Lee & Brenda Benson
SEFL / North Augusta

The A.P. Brown Family

May 25, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Wilbur and Jane Rhodes

May 25, 2014

To Pat and Tobin, Our many thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We are sorry we could not attend the services. We love you both.

Malinda Shaw

May 25, 2014

Prayers are with you Tobin and family through this time. Toby will be very much missed.

Mike, Gina, and Matthew Gilreath

May 25, 2014

We would like to express our heart felt sympathy to the entire Cassels family. May God's grace, comfort, and strength be with you all during this most trying and difficult time. Our prayers are with each of you.

Carolyn and Mark McClam

May 25, 2014

Our hearts are broken for your whole family with the loss of your Toby. He had so many God given gifts, but I know the one he treasured most was his amazing Christian family. May God wrap you in his arms through these days ahead as you grieve this early, tragic loss. Prayers....

May 25, 2014

Greg and I are praying for the entire Cassel family. May God give you strength during this Difficult time. Greg Maraman and Michelle Chennault-Maraman

David Hall

May 25, 2014

To all the Cassels family, may the Lord guide you through this.
We are praying for you all.
Cindy & David Hall (Charlotte NC)

Marcus Wilder

May 25, 2014

To the Cassel family I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you strength through these touch time.

Wallace Crosby

May 25, 2014

Tobin and Pat, My heart goes out to you on the loss of your son. May God be with you and your family during this time of grief.

Raymond Rico

May 25, 2014

To the Cassel family, my family and I are very sad for your loss. Be strong and take care.

Julia Spong

May 25, 2014

May you rest in peace and wondrous love Toby. Your smile will grace the memories of all who were blessed to know you.

Gene & Mary Catherine Reynolds

May 25, 2014

Pat, Tobin and Family:

Our hearts go out to you in your loss. Praying for the Comfort that only the Loving Arms of Our Father can give and that His Amazing Grace sustains you all.

With Love and Compassion;

Coach Easley and wife Kelly

May 25, 2014

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this most difficult time.
God bless you all. You hold a special place in our hearts.

Cici & Laz Toledo

May 25, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. We are very sorry for your loss.

Laura Jordan

May 25, 2014

Tobin and Pat my heart breaks for you and your family. We have been praying for you and know that God will wrap his arms around you all during this difficult time.

May 25, 2014

Pat, I am so broken-hearted for you and for your family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan (Hinkley) Patton

Mary Burkett

May 25, 2014

Dear Pat, Tobin, Jan, Debbie, Ben and all your wonderful families,
We are at a loss for words and so heartbroken for your loss. When Jan called, she said, "We've lost our precious Toby," and those words have stuck with me. How richly God blessed Toby with a life surrounded by loving family members who were always there for him. You all share 21 years of beautiful moments together, and of course, as we are human, we want more, but nothing will ever erase that time and those memories. I pray that you will laugh and cry and rejoice in the life you shared here on earth and know with certainty that the love you all share is eternal. May the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, be yours. With much love, Ronny and Mary Burkett

David Baker

May 25, 2014

God Bless this family thru this difficult time. Each and everyone of you are in my prayers.

May 25, 2014

Tobin, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. My god comfort you and keep you safe during this difficult time.

Brent and Felicia Reynders
Dalton, Georgia

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