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Captain Edward D. Cassidy Naples, FL
Captain Edward D. Cassidy, (USCG - Ret.), 86, of Naples, FL passed away suddenly on November 23, 2011.
Edward was the beloved spouse to the late Elizabeth (Lundberg) Cassidy for 55 years; father to Patrick Cassidy, Brigid (Steven) Smith, Megan (Stephen) Martin and Sean (Kelly) Cassidy; Grandpa and Poppa to Matthew (Libby), Erin, Caitlin and Ian Smith, Kevin, Chelsea and Connor Martin, and Declan and Aidan Cassidy and Chelsea Dwyer .
Edward Cassidy was a graduate of the United States Coast Guard Academy. Captain Cassidy served in the USCG for 30 years and was Commanding Officer of the USCGA training barque Eagle. After retirement he served as Commandant of Cadets at Massachusetts Maritime Academy. In 1981 he became Master of the Four Masted Barque S.Y. Sea Cloud of Grand Cayman. He was a father figure to many who sailed under his commands.
A visitation will be held at Hodges Funeral Home at Naples Memorial Gardens on Saturday, Dec. 03,2011 from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. followed by a funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. at the Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors https://support.woundedw arriorproject.org/default.as px?tsid=72&campaignSourc e=CDRO&company=&sour ce=B100125 or to Avow Hospice of Naples http://avowhospice.org/get-involved/donate
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michael stronski
April 22, 2023
I think he was my Captain 69-70 aboard Southwind.
Kali Hetrick
December 6, 2011
You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sincerely,
Chris, Kali, Andrew and Aurora Hetrick.
Lucy, Josh and Kyle
December 3, 2011
Fair winds and following seas, Capt. Ed. Thank you for sharing your life with us.
Joy Phelan-Pinto
December 2, 2011
How fondly I remember Captain Cassidy... He was as inspirational, wise, kind and fun-loving a person and captain as one could ever hope for. He and Betty were a joy to be with aboard Sea Cloud when we sailed together for several summers in the early 1980s. My deepest condolences and warmest greetings to the family. (Hello Megan!) I'm truly sadden to hear that your dad has made his final crossing--so many of us love him dearly. I remember he often quoted the Irish Blessing so now it's time for God to hold Captain Cassidy in the palm of his hand -- and we'll hold him in our hearts -- until we meet again. Thank you for sharing the photos of his life... Betty so beautiful and Ed so handsome. To see them surrounded by beautiful grandchildren was a true delight. I wish you all peace and acceptance in this difficult time.
Laura and David Klotz
December 2, 2011
To the entire Cassidy Family,
Our prayers are with each one of you for strength to get thru this most difficult time. Support one another and allow patience to come in the back door and stay with each of you for awhile.
Everyone's life is a fairy-tale written by God's fingers. Ed was a good man and is now in the presence of God. Who could ask for anything better. We will miss you.
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