Robert H. Casseday's Obituary
Robert “Bob” H. Casseday, age 82, of Lewes, DE, past away peacefully at his residence on Saturday, October 24, 2009 after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s Disease. He was born January 15, 1927 in Philadelphia, PA, son of the late Howard and Pearl Casseday.
As a young boy Bob moved to Wilmington, DE. He served in the Navy and enjoyed 35 years as a Real Estate Agent. Bob was a quiet man but, also a real dare devil. He piloted his own plane, drove his own drag racing car, and made many parachute jumps. Upon his retirement Bob Moved to Lewes where he and his son founded “Below Book Auto” in Lewes. He developed many everlasting relationships with people from the surrounding communities. He was a life Member of the American Legion Post 28. Bob had a great sense of humor, loved to dance, watch the news, listen to music, and watch movies.
In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his sister Jean Cammock. He will be greatly missed by his wife of 57 years Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Nickle of Lewes, DE; his son Bob Casseday of Lewes, DE; daughter Deborah Sheing and husband Harry of Lewes, DE; a brother Harry Casseday and wife Janie of Fairfield, OH; a sister Christiana Martin and husband Edward of Vineland, NJ; and a brother-in-law Nelson Cammock of Lewes, DE.
A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, October 29, 2009, 11:00 AM, at the Chester Bethel United Methodist Church, 2619 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE, with The Rev. Dr. Edward Evan Martin, Jr. officiating. Friends may call at the church beginning at 10:00 AM. Internment will follow immediately at the Chester Bethel United Methodist Cemetery.
Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Lewes, DE.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to The Gull House, 38149 Terrace Road, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 or to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.
Sign guestbook at www.parsellfuneralhomes.com
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