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Timothy Cavanaugh Obituary

Tim Cavanaugh, 64, Of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, lost his battle with cancer, and passed away on June 8, 2020.

He was born in Michigan City, IN, to William and Mary Cavanaugh, who preceded him in death.

Tim is survived by his wife Debbie, in Ft.Lauderdale. They were married on Aug.18, 2000. Tim is also survived by his daughter, Caitlin and son Corban, both of Chicago IL, his stepson, Jason Gouge and his brother, James Cavanaugh of Michigan.

Tim graduated from St. Joseph College and spent most of his career in the casino industry. He was VP of finance for Boyd gaming. He also worked at Trump Casino in Indiana and Hard Rock Casino in Florida.

Tim was an avid Cubs and Bears fan, loved

visiting the beach, local casinos, and taking cruises.

Contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Sun-Sentinel on Jun. 14, 2020.

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Rich Van Vlack

June 8, 2025

Tim and I were very close for several years and I have great memories of our adventures together!

David Dybalski

June 8, 2024

I remember Tim at Saint Joseph College and he would bring back
the latest good rock album after his weekend at Michigan City

Rich Van Vlack

June 8, 2024

My buddy. We had so much fun. Will always love you, Naugh.

David Dybalski

May 13, 2024

I was a friend of Tim´s at
Saint Josephs College
Good memories
Go Cubs Tim

Rich Van Vlack

June 8, 2023

I remember today Tim and I riding around Michigan City listening to our favorite music. Many good memories. Rest in peace, my friend.

Rich Van Vlack

June 10, 2021

Tim was a great friend during our high school and post-graduation years in MC when I visited. He was always a welcome visitor to my family's MC home and I felt the same in his folks' home. Great guy.

Alice and Lynn

June 15, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. So sorry for your loss, Debbie.

Carol Albano

June 14, 2020

Dear Deb, I am so glad I had the pleasure meeting your Tim. Such a nice man. Im so sorry for your loss. You and Tim and your family are in my prayers. God Bless.

Pamela Jasniewski

June 13, 2020

Dear Caitlin and Corbin you have our sincere sympathies in the loss of your father.
John and Pam Jasniewski

Rich Van Vlack

June 12, 2020

What a great guy and so fun. We played ball together, rooted on our Cubbies, beached together in MC. Great memories. Condolences to family. RIP, Naugh.

Steve Gallas

June 12, 2020

I enjoyed playing baseball with Tim. He was a great teammate and always a lot of fun. My condolences.

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