Message from kevin tulppo - April 09, 2015 at 04:17 PM

cubby and renee loved papa gene so much my second dad will be missed 4 ever love all cassadys 4 ever

A candle was lit by Dave and Carol James - April 08, 2015 at 06:01 PM

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Dave And Carol James lit a candle in memory of Gene Cassady

Message from Brenda and Don Hower - April 08, 2015 at 05:03 PM

We will miss you Gene. Fosters will not be the same without you and your cheerful ways.....Good man.

Message from Mary VanDuinen - April 08, 2015 at 09:18 PM

I always looked forward to going to Fosters Supermarket wondering if Gene would be in. As his days became less and less it was always a Pleasant Surprise to see his smiling face . I ALWAYS made it a point to talk to him. It never failed that he was so Caring and Friendly. I loved his Genuine Kindness and the Smile on his face. He will Truly be missed. Many Prayers to his Children and extend Family . Mary VanDuinen

Message from Mike Rhodes - April 07, 2015 at 09:34 PM

I had the pleasure of knowing Gene for more than 20 years. He was always kind, caring and quick with a smile. You couldn't help but like the man. My thoughts and prayers for his family.

A candle was lit by Patricia Davis - April 07, 2015 at 05:50 PM

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Patricia Davis lit a candle in memory of Gene Cassady

Message from marjorie boyer - April 07, 2015 at 03:28 PM

I worked with gene at fosters he was one person that no matter how bad of a day you were having could just smile and you felt better. He was a very kind and caring person who was there for anyone that needed a shoulder to lean on. To me he was fosters made anyone that walked through the doors feel like they was welcome and wanted it did not matter if he knew you or not.. He is going to be miss very much by so many people and that includes myself and my family..marjorie boyer and al boyer and family

Message from Danita Whipple-Park - April 07, 2015 at 12:18 PM

Gene was a great member of the community. He was a Mason along with all the men in my family. I worked at Fosters for a bit when they did the first remodel. He was always joking around with me and my sister, Dawn. And my brother Kerry worked there too. Then later, I got to know him as a friend of the Tulppo family. He was like a second Dad. He was so good to that family too. Giving them jobs and good fatherly advice. He always called me sweetheart. I know he calls all girls that but it still made me feel special. God be with the Cassidy Family. I know we will all be reunited in glory one day. Take comfort knowing that He has completed his purpose and The Maker is rewarding him right now.

Message from Sara Mendez - April 07, 2015 at 10:42 AM

Gene was a kind man with a big heart. We will miss him dearly. :(

A candle was lit by Amber Stouffer - April 07, 2015 at 09:59 AM

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He was an amazing man . R.I.P Gene

A candle was lit by Jon & Sandra Cone - April 12, 2015 at 10:57 AM

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Jon & Sandra Cone lit a candle in memory of Gene Cassady

Message from Christina Rodriguez - April 10, 2015 at 09:57 AM

My heartfe

Message from Kim Mosher - April 07, 2015 at 04:48 PM

I don't think there were many people in Lake City that can say they didn't know Gene. He was one of those guys who like everyone has said, always took the time to have a conversation with you and meet you with a smile. Always a pleasure to see him. He will be missed in our community, but never forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers to the family from the Mosher family.

Message from Bruce & Karen Sage - April 09, 2015 at 06:09 AM

I began to know Gene soon after I bought my place in the late 70s, but we really became friendly with him in 1983, when we first began to do business with him and Joe. I am proud to say that we continued to do business with Gene until now.People have already written about his fine and friendly qualities, always in a great mood and willing to stop and talk. He always listened as he was genuinely interested in the goings on with my wife and I. I want to emphasize that Gene was also 100% fair and honest in his business dealings, I trusted him completely. He left his mark on everyone he touched. We will miss him along with everyone else.Bruce and Karen Sage

A candle was lit by Adine Long(Colecchio) - April 08, 2015 at 05:03 PM

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Adine Long(Colecchio) lit a candle in memory of Gene Cassady

Message from Dave and Carol James - April 08, 2015 at 06:05 PM

Will miss you Gene. You always teased me, when our son and myself came from VA, saying to me "Saying so you came North to learn the Michigan language again," Gene you always made me laugh. God Bless to the family.

Message from Duane n Tanya Baldwin - April 08, 2015 at 12:54 PM

Lake City lost a good one right there!!!!! Gene you will be missed!! Condolences to the entire Cassady Family.

Message from Gary & Susie Phillips - April 07, 2015 at 08:07 PM

We met Gene in the mid 80's at Fosters & then we later stored our boats with him and sold them through him. He always had a smile on his face and was fun to talk to no matter where you ran into him. He always felt like a neighbor should. We will miss him.

Message from kim - April 07, 2015 at 05:41 PM

Sweet, sweet man. So sorry to hear of his passing. Rest in Peace Buddy. Kim Bricker & Family

Message from John Knapp - April 07, 2015 at 02:54 PM

The last 2 years of high school were special as I worked with Gene at Fosters. We spent an entire night doing inventory at the Main St location. He always remembered that and my family decades later. I will think of my Special Friend Gene as I enjoy fishing on my pontoon I bought from him several years ago. The family will be in our thoughts today and our prayers tonight.John Knapp & family

Message from Missy Comp - April 07, 2015 at 11:55 AM

Working with Gene was a true pleasure. He made the time go so fast and we all really looked forward to closing with him. Those times at Fosters with him were such fun! We got our work done but we laughed, smiled and told stories. It's been well over a decade since those times...closer to two, and yet still, right up to the last to the Iast time i saw him, he remembered me. We hugged and chatted for a moment... I will never forget you Gene-O! :heart::heart::heart: I will forever cherish those memories of our times closing good ol' Fosters. My most sincere condolences to the family. May your memories bring you comfort and a smile to your face, as big as the one Gene always had. God Bless. :blue_heart: Missy McIsaac-Comp:blue_heart:

A candle was lit by Patti Sara and Chester Mendez - April 07, 2015 at 10:38 AM

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Gene was a great man with a big heart. We will miss him :-[

Message from Sherri Dolley and Duane Dolley - April 10, 2015 at 06:33 PM

I remember him as the greatest man and friend of our family he was my dads best friend and our pa pa he will be missed and loved by many see you again one day love you.

A candle was lit by Melissa Mathison - April 07, 2015 at 08:45 AM

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Melissa Mathison lit a candle in memory of Gene Cassady

Message from April 09, 2015 at 05:50 PM

Basket of Memories was purchased for the family of Gene Cassady.

Message from Kathleen Johnson - April 08, 2015 at 10:58 AM

Beanie, Debbie, Joe, Pam and Cindy and Janet - our thoughts and prayers are with you all and all of your families. It's hard to understand why people are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing you were all a very special part of a well-lived life. When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. Hold on to your memories and let them guide you during this time of sadness. May God bless you. Harold & Phyllis Cassady, Dean & Kathy Johnson

A candle was lit by alexis and troy cooper - April 08, 2015 at 07:54 PM

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Alexis And Troy Cooper lit a candle in memory of Gene Cassady

Message from adine long - April 08, 2015 at 05:06 PM

He was so caring and always had "words of wisdom" whenever it was needed. I loved him like he was my family. R.I.P. Gene.

Message from jim and jan thomas - April 20, 2015 at 02:09 AM

Just got back from Arizona and heard of Gene passing. Such a good man to everyone. A bright light truly went out in Lake City. Gene will be missed but will be forever remembered for his smile.Jim and Jan Thomas

Message from tina hanbury - April 08, 2015 at 11:26 AM

So very sorry to hear of Gene's passing. He was such a kind, wonderful man. That smile will always be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers to the entire family:heart: Michael and Tina (Kline) Hanbury

Message from Tamera Hugmeyer Burges - April 07, 2015 at 06:37 PM

My deepest sympathies to the family. Rest in peace Papa Gene.

Message from Tim & Cassy Gallup - April 07, 2015 at 03:54 PM

We are so very sorry for your loss, yet we will celebrate his place in heaven, his smile was contagious to all, always wanted to know how our day was and without hesitation we claimed that because we where to see him that day that all was well god bless until we meet again Ole friend

Message from Michael Cassady - April 07, 2015 at 12:55 PM

Sending my condolences to the family of this wonderful man. He did indeed have a big heart. Rest in peace Uncle Gene. Michael Cassady

A candle was lit by Kim Olson Burdine - April 07, 2015 at 11:06 AM

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I worked with Gene at Fosters and I have so many good memories of him. Gene had a huge heart and always took the time to talk to everyone. He always greeted you with a smile. Even after leaving Fosters, when I would go in there and Gene was working, he always had time for a big hug and catching up. Gene, you were loved by so many and you will be missed by all. RIP my dear friend. My condolences to his family at this difficult time.

Message from Teresa Helsel - April 07, 2015 at 10:10 AM

Gene was always such a sweet man. Always ready with a smile and time to chat. He remember so many people and greeted them all with a genuine smile. He will be missed and remembered by so many. My condolences to his family at this difficult time.My thoughts and prayer are with you all,Teresa Helsel

A candle was lit by Christina Rodriguez - April 10, 2015 at 09:59 AM

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My heartfelt condolences go out to the Cassady family!

Message from Greg Siler - April 07, 2015 at 06:08 AM

Throughout the years, whenever I ran into Gene, he'd always stop what he was doing and greet me with that jolly smile, a firm handshake and good conversation. It was never just a quick hello in passing.Gene had a real zest for life, a sincere interest in other people and an uncanny knack for brightening up one's day. For that, his memory will live on.Greg Siler