We Will Miss You Casey
Posted by Family on March 27th, 2011Earlier today, surrounded by his family, Casey peacefully passed away at Abbott Northwestern Hospital.
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rest in peace, our sweet Casey. You have fought your last battle – we will never ever forget you.
Casey, you will be missed. Rest in peace my friend.
Lois, Dennis, Jill and Ben: My heart is with you. Casey was the most amazing person I have ever known and I am so honored to have been a part of your lives.
We are so saddened by Casey’s passing. He was an amazing man – he battled so very long. Sending our love and prayers to you all during this time.
missing you…the building will not be the same without you Casey.
Casey was one of the most wonderful human beings I have ever had the privilege to know. I will miss him but, more importantly, I will always be inspired by him. His energetic spark, his beautiful soul, his positive attitude. My most heartfelt condolences to his family.
I am so saddened by this news … Casey was such an inspiration to us and just an incredible guy all around. I am so sorry for what you are going through right now. I hope Todd is able to greet Casey and that they are happy and healed now, but I wish more than anything that both of them were still here with us. Your family has my deepest sympathy.
Dear Casey,
We know you are in better place, now. We’re happy to have known you, but we’ll miss you, too.
God’s peace to you and your family.
Casey–my heart aches at your passing. I will forever cherish the good times we shared. In this time of sorrow and and while thinking of you, my heart goes out to your family in their time of grief.
I’m so thankful to have known Casey – we could always find something to laugh about. I will miss you my friend. The world is a better place because you were in it.
Casey — and family and friends — I was very saddened to learn of the latest and worst twist in a very twisted journey. I really enjoyed working with Casey (and Jill) on the ski slopes and had such high hopes that we would be skiing again. An ending like this was supposed to be reserved for an old ski instructor and patroller like me. thanks for sharing a little of your life with me at Park City.
Tim Fehr
Lou, Mo, Jill, Ben and Ruby — my heart aches for all of you. Casey was an inspiration to all of us, and his life and his legacy will live on forever. He touched so many lives and he will never, ever be forgotten. Please find comfort in knowing his pain is gone now and he is in great company up in Heaven – most likely a card going on right now …. you all have the most fantastic angels watching over you …. my love and prayers are with you.
Love,
Jane
Casey was so much fun to work with. I was always excited to when i had a project to work on with him. He was always so positive. My heart goes out to his family. May god bless him and cradle him in his arms.
I am so very, very sorry to hear about Casey’s passing. I was a recruiter at Target, and helped hire him. (I’m now in music full-time.) Casey was such a genuine, principled, remarkable person. If you would like someone to sing at his service, please feel free to let me know. It would be a great honor for me to sing for him.
My heart breaks today and for the days to come. No one has been more important in my life than Casey. A true champion and a friend like no other I’ve known. I love him and hope now that he’s free he can spend a little more time with all of us. I know he will. Look after us, darling. We need you.
I had Casey in my life for five years, and that’s a gift I’ll treasure for the rest of my life. He’s gone from us physically now, but lives on forever in our hearts and the wonderful memories.
Rest in peace, my courageous and brave and fabulous Friend ~~
I am so sad right now, and my thoughts and hugs go to your family. Oddly, you came into my mind earlier today as I was crossing the stone arch bridge. It had been a while since we had last chatted and I was wondering how you were. I don’t think I knew anybody who had such a presence like you, and an intellect, and such insight and humor and perspective into everything. You were my favorite person in Minneapolis to talk to and I miss our meandering conversations and laughs at Fujiya or La Bodega. I didn’t think today would be the day, mister. I don’t have a clue how this universe works, but I refuse believe your passing doesn’t somehow afford you the gift of being more of that goodness in you than ever before. And I hope it’s possible we’ll cross paths again someday.
When you read it, it takes your breath away. We are all better to have known you, and I am sending love and strength to your family right now. I hope you are finally at a place with peace and no pain.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mx_I-byng78
My heart hurts to hear this news. Casey exemplified beauty on the inside and out. He will be dearly missed.
A song Casey and I shared … hope it brings all of us comfort.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZAR_adeSYQ
I’ll Be There by Escape Club:
Over Mountains
Over Trees
Over Oceans
Over Seas
I’ll be there
In a whisper on the wind
On the smile of a new friend
Just think of me
And I’ll be there
Don’t be afraid, oh my love
I’ll be watching you from above
And I’d give all the world tonight,
To be with you
Because I’m on your side,
And I still care
I may have died,
But I’ve gone nowhere
Just think of me,
And I’ll be there
On the edge of a waking dream
Over Rivers
Over Streams
Through Wind and Rain
I’ll be there
Across the wide and open sky
Thousands of miles I’d fly
To be with you
I’ll be there
Don’t be afraid, oh my love
I’ll be watching you from above
And I’d give all the world tonight,
To be with you
Because I’m on your side,
And I still care
I may have died,
But I’ve gone nowhere
Just think of me,
And I’ll be there
In the breath of a wind that sighs
Oh, there’s no need to cry
Just think of me,
And I’ll be there
My dear, sweet, forever friend, Casey-I have a hole in my heart for you; you will be so missed here on earth; but your spirit is infused in me; we shaped each other growing up-your spirit is infused in so many others…your optimism, sense-of-humor, your love.
Lois, Dennis, Jill and Ben; your loss is great and my heart pieces are with you in your sorrow. How amazing that we had Casey in our lives.
This is such sad news. I had the pleasure of working with Casey at Periscope. He was an amazing person — liked and respected by all — and very much missed by the ad community.
i love you casey. i’m going to miss you so much. i was lucky to have you in my life.
Casey, I know you are in Heaven looking down on all of us! ( probably playing a game of farkle with Grannie Ruth.) When most people think of hero, they think of all the wrong people. Casey you are my families hero! I have never met anyone as strong, brave and as compassionate as you! Your spirit will live in all of us forever! Love to the Quinns and all of Casey’s friends and Family. The Bench’s.
Casey we will miss you terribly. My sincerest condolences to all of his family.
Much love to all.
A song Casey and I shared years ago at Gustavus: I’ll Be There by the Escape Club: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZAR_adeSYQ
The world lost someone most precious yesterday. He was young and beautiful and I know I should be so glad that he is watching out for us from heaven, but, selfishly, I wish he was still here.
Sorry to hear about the loss of Casey,He was given every gift from God but long life.a great loving family and friends. good looks and personality.As long as a person is loved, he will never be forgotten.
I am so very sad and sorry. We were all so lucky to have known Casey. I will never forget him.
Peace and love to all-
Sarah
I will always remember your wonderful sense of humor. We had some good times and laughs through the years. You will be incredibly missed. My sympathies to your family
Dear Casey – so hard to believe you are gone. You suffered with this terrible disease for so long but always were able to overcome any obstacle and jump the hurdles that came your way with grace and dignity. May you and your family now have peace and no more pain. We will miss you so but know that you will be watching over all of us. I am so proud to have you as a nephew. I love you.
My dear, sweet, forever friend, Casey-I have a hole in my heart for you; you will be so missed here on earth; but your spirit is infused in me; we shaped each other growing up-your spirit is infused in so many others…your optimism, sense-of-humor, your love.
Lois, Dennis, Jill and Ben; your loss is great and my heart pieces are with you in your sorrow. How amazing that we had Casey in our lives.
You have struggled more than anyone deserves to and you deserve your wings in heaven. I am so saddened to hear of your passing. I am a better person for having known you and have so many wonderful memories to hold onto.
We’re all richer for having known Casey, despite it being for too short a time. My deepest condolences to the family.
Casey – You were in my life for such a short amount of time, but in that time you made such an impact. You had such generosity of spirit and an amazing ability to keep your chin up even when horrible things were happening. Thank you for giving us the gift of laughter and the ability to see beauty through adversity. You were a tremendous person and a gift to all of us. Thank you for showing us how to live.
Casey you will be greatly missed…you are such an inspiration to all of us, & for that , that is the reason of us choosing you as Cams Godfather, we love you very much & you mean the world to us!!
Lois, Eskimo, Jill & Ben we are thinking of you & our prayers are with you. Love you guys much!!
Miss you always & forever!
Thank you, Casey, for being part of our lives. Your optimism and sense of humor have carried us in ways we would never have been able to carry you.
Thinking of you with love….what a wonderful soul you are.
I know you will live on with all of us that were lucky enough to have known you.
MaryQ
Lois and family of Casey,
I am at a total loss for words and my heart is very heavy for you. It is with a tear in my eye and a lump in my throat that I will always remember Casey’s battle with a disease that can be so out of our control.
Prayers for you at this difficult time.
Love,
Nancy
Jill & family ~ my heart goes out to you all as you remember the wonderful young man Casey was. Back in the day he was the cute little brother that was actually not as annoying as a little brother should be… this was just proof of the good person he was then and now! Casey is free from all discomfort he has felt throughout his life!
Michelle (Brown) Forliti
Mankato West 1992
Casey, you made a big wave in this world, and it will be rolling for a long time. May the angels carry you on from here. John
I had the good fortune of working with Casey and getting to know him a number of years ago. His warmth, wit and courage made a profound impression on me then, and I will always remember him with a smile. My heart, my thoughts and my prayers go out to him, his family and everyone here.
Casey, you were such a fabulous person, I am so sad to hear of your passing. Every memory of college has you in it. I am so lucky to have known you. -Sara
Thank you, Casey for being such a kind, loving part of our lives. I am so lucky to have known you.
Love to your family.
Martha
Note to Casey’s parents – you raised a wonderful son and human being. – thank you for supporting and loving him all the way through his long difficult physical journey. It’s so sad to think of him as “gone” yet so wonderful to know how he touched so many people. He always said what a wonderful family he had. Thank you for sharing him with us. He was a joy and a treasure – Janna
Casey,
May you rest in peace, friend. Thank you for playing an important role in so many people’s lives…you are so loved. Sending warm thoughts to your family. Andrea
I am so saddened to hear about Casey’s passing. My heart goes out to his family. It has been some years since I have seen Casey but he was a wonderful person that I am honored to say I knew.
My heart aches. I will miss you forever. Jen xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox
Casey lived his life in a way that so many of us found incredibly inspirational. He had more courage and more heart than anyone I’ve ever known. My deepest heartfelt sympathy to our beloved Jill and Ben.
Casey, I will miss you friend. Thanks for the memories…
A comment above says it so well, “The world is a better place because you were in it”. How true! You likely never knew how much of an inspiration, and a blessing you have been to SO many people. My heart aches with you Eskimo, Lois, Jill and Ben
Casey, I am grateful to have known you for the short time that I did. You were one of the most kind-hearted people I have ever met, and the positive demeanor you carried into each day was a true inspiration that I’ll never forget.
Very sad news. I’m glad to have had the opportunity to get to know Casey. He fought a good fight with courage and dignity. My prayers or with you Casey and family.
I just don’t know what to say; I’m still in shock. You were such a fighter and an amazing person. I am so grateful for the memories we shared and all the joy, love, and perspective you brought to my life. You were a star that burned so very bright for so many people and we will all miss you.
My deepest and most sincere condolences to the Quinn family.
Casey,
We shared so many good memories throughout the years. You have taught me to keep my sense of humor even when things are challenging. Your strength and optimism set an example that everyone should follow. We will miss you very much. My thoughts and prayers go out to Lois, Dennis, Jill and Ben during this extremely difficult time.
My deepest sympathy to all of Casey’s friends and family. He put up a very strong fight and touched many people, probably many more than were realized. You have a very strong and supportive family, but this will be a challenging time so my thoughts and prayers are with them.
Lou, Mo, Jill & Ben,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Casey was such an inspiration to all of us. He fought a hard battle and always had a smile on his face and a fantastic attitude. Our prayers go out to all of you at his difficult time.
Love to you all,
Nancy & Ray
I am so thankful to have known Casey, for the memories and the gift of his strong spirit. My thoughts are with Casey’s family.
We sincerely send sympathy and prayers for Casey’s family and friends. Altho we didn’t know Casey well, we were glad to have him as a 9th floor neighbor at The Chicago. We don’t know why Casey was only here for 33 years, but we believe that a higher being had special plans for him. May his memories console you and may God keep you in His arms.
Casey my friend,
We’ll miss you always – that’s the bad part. The good part is that we’ll remember you always for your rare combination of realism, optimisim and generousity – thanks for the memories and guidance.
I am so saddened by the loss of our courageous young Casey. My prayers are with you Lou, Eskimo and Jill.
Nancy B
Casey’s Family & Friends,
I did not know Casey, but heard about this tragedy through a friend. My dad passed away last month from lung cancer and it breaks my heart to see so many other people affected by cancer. I’m in awe of Casey’s strength for being able to fight so much cancer for so long. What a courageous person. My heart goes out to you all as you heal from the pain you’re experiencing that I know all too well. I hope you find comfort in recognizing how fortunate you were to have Casey in your life for any time at all.
-Casie (pronounced “Casey”) Cook
Jill and family. So sorry to hear about your loss. Find comfort in your memories. He will be with you forever. I will be thinking of you Jill.
Julie
Casey, I feel so fortunate to have known you; even if it was for just a brief moment in time. I hope you will forgive me for picking bad restaurants and rambling on forever, as well! Casey, you showed me the meaning of courage, bravery, and grace that truly coloured my world. And, the music of your life, your lessons, wit, and our conversations will live on in my heart and mind until I see you again. I love you, Casey.
My warmest thoughts go out to your family and friends…
We are so sorry to hear about Casey. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Hugs from Frost, MN.
We are so sorry to hear about Casey. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Hugs from Frost, MN.
Casey was such a great person. He will be missed. My prayers are with you and your family.
To Casey’s family, we are deeply sorry for your loss. Casey is forever in our hearts. He was an amazing person and a great friend to both of us.
To the Quinn family and all Casey’s friends:
I am saddened to hear of Casey’s loss. I pray that you may all be surrounded with love, peace and grace as you walk through this difficult time. May Casey’s life and love to his friends and family surround your memories from this moment on. Peace and Blessings!
Casey always brought the fun. My Casey memories are filled with play, laughter, dancing, sweet banter, music, rich late-night conversation and such beautiful solidarity. Thank you friend for your joy, strong spirit, courage and zest for life.
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I have very fond memories of Casey from back in the Mankato days.
Love and hugs to you all!
There is no way to express our feelings in words, other than our hearts are heavy. We’re glad to have known Casey, what a sweet and wonderful person he is. Cherish your memories.
We had the pleasure of knowing Casey for the last five years. He was an amazing individual with a kind face and warm heart. We will miss him dearly. Our thoughts, prayers are with him and the Quinn family.
Jen and Brian Roth
Casey’s positive attitude, sense of humor and genuine kindness will stay with me forever as something to try to work for. He is truly an unbelievable person. I’ll always cherish my scarf-wearing Joe Mauer bobble-head doll he gave me that made us laugh so hard :)
So many loved and cared about you, Casey. You touched our hearts, and won’t be forgotten. You were a true warrior. We’ll miss your smile and kind ways. We are feeling sad and thinking of your wonderful family. Glad you accomplished so much in a much too short period of a time. I’m thankful for knowing you. God bless,
vicky
So many loved and cared about you, Casey. You touched our hearts, and won’t be forgotten. You were a true warrior. We’ll miss your smile and kind ways. We are feeling sad and thinking of your wonderful family. We are better for knowing you. God bless,
love & prayers
vicky
I remember a great 77 Lancers marching band trip to Jackson Hole where Casey and I rode a chair lift up a mountain together. I remember laughter, peace, warmth, singing, and his perfect smile enjoying the beauty all around us.
Casey, thank you for being a great inspiration to me and to everyone else by the way you were strong and had a great attitude with all the bumps in the road you had to go through. You are truly a hero for reaching out and sharing your life with everyone. You will be missed, but not forgotten. Now you can ski the slopes of heaven.
A song that I feel is a tribute to who Casey was:
If Heaven Was Needing A Hero – by Jo Dee Messina
So sorry to here of Casey’s passing. Although I did not know him personally his dad talked to me about Casey’s challenges throughout his life, he was the proudest father for the way he took on life even with all its obstacles.
Casey, we didn’t get enough time with you. We will miss you so dearly. Your smile, uplifting personality and bright spirit will always be with us for ever and ever. You will make heaven a better place! With much love Richard and Craig
Lou,Eskimo,Jill,& Ben,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you. There are really no words that can truly ease your sorrow, but our caring thoughts are with you at this time. Casey fought a hard battle, but can finally rest. Love to you all, God Bless, Diane & Kevin
Casey – You were so much to so many people. You faced challenges that no one your age should ever have to face, but you did it with grace and with courage. You have always been an inspiration to me with your positivity and your contagious smile. You were so much to my entire family. I will continue to think of you every single day. I love you and will miss you more than you could ever know. xo
Casey, I’m so grateful for the happy memories I have of you and your incredible sense of humor. I’m sending lots of love to your family and our friends.
Casey, I can’t seem to express how truly sorry and sadden I am to hear of your passing. May you rest in peace now and forever. You will be missed more than words could ever express. You were a handsome, gorgeous man inside and out.
I will miss you Casey. Your strength was an inspiration to us all. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
-Monica