Celebrating the life of
J. Emmet Casey
November 13, 1928 - September 20, 2016
J. Emmet Casey-87, died surrounded by family September 20, 2016.
Emmet was born at home on November 13, 1928 at W.104th St., New York City. One of 11 children born to Edward P. Casey and Katherine White Casey, Emmet was the last surviving of his brothers and sisters. Born of Irish immigrants, he grew up in Manhattan where he attended The Ascension School, then to Lasalle Academy, and on to St. John's University for his BBA and received his MA from New York University. He served proudly in the U.S. Army from 1951 till 1953, trained in Ft. Hood, TX and on active duty in Germany as an M.P. (CPL) for the 43rd Infantry Div. Emmet married Ruth Claire Vaught in 1957. His crowning achievement!
His career included Financial Analyst-U.S. Rubber Co., Sr. Financial Planner-Port of NY Authority (during planning and construction of the World Trade Center), Budget Director-City of Yonkers, NY, Asst. Supt. of Schools, Yonkers, City Manager of Yonkers, NY, Deputy Commissioner of Health-Westchester Cnty, NY, and Commissioner of Personnel & Civil Service-Westchester Cnty, NY. Emmet and his beloved wife Ruth moved to Savannah in 1992 after retiring from their respective careers.
He was a member of Skidaway Island Kiwanis, a mentor for students at Hesse Elementary, Board member of Medbank, Former Chair of Parish Council, and Lector for Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Savannah. He enjoyed visiting family overseas, golfing, the beach, and entertaining friends and family with his wife, Ruth.
All knew him as a kind, gentle, and humble man. He was an example of great humanity, humor and generosity. He loved his wife Ruth with an unyielding devotion. He raised his three children with love and loyalty. His granddaughter Julia, is the apple of his eye. His family adored him and his friends and associates held him in high regard. His gentlemanly way and warm smile will be sorely missed.
Emmet is survived by his wife, Ruth, son, Robert Emmet Casey, daughter, Bernadette Gray, son-in-law, Dorsey Gray and granddaughter, Julia Gray. Son, Vincent Martin Casey is deceased. He is also survived by his much loved in-laws, nieces, and nephews.
Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., Friday, September 23, 2016 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
The memorial mass will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, September 24, 2016 at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: National MPS Society- www.mpssociety.org
Emmet was such a fine person. I am so sorry for your loss.
- Robert and Carol Letcher, Savannah, Ga
I am so sorry for your loss. May Jehovah the God of all comfort be with you and your loved ones during this difficult time. (2Cor 1:3,4)
- Jehovah's Witnesses , Savannah , Ga
Dear Ruth, Sadly I just heard about your husband and was unable to get to the service this morning. I never met Emmet but from all the nice things I have just read about him he was charming. I send you my love. It has always been a joy to be with you at Garden Club and I look forward to seeing you again shortly. Anne
- Anne Gardner, Savannah, GA
Emmet was an inspiration to us whenever we met him. He always brought cheer and good will even at difficult times. We will miss him dearly.
- Laurence and Marian Hanson, Savannah, GA
Dear Aunt Ruth, Bernadette and Robert, I am so sad to hear of Uncle Emmet's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am very grateful that I was able to visit last year. Uncle Emmet was a wonderful man who will be greatly missed by all as he now joins his brothers and sisters with God. They are finally all together in one place. Love, kisses & BIG hugs to all of you.
- Laurie Casey, Fort Lauderdale , FL
So so so sorry I could not have gotten to see uncle Emmet (as planned) before he passed. All my life I have wanted to go over and see him and uncle Frank, and now both have gone. I had intended to make a special visit to see uncle Emmet next week, but now! have cancelled. It just wouldn't be the same. Life has lots of twists and turns in it, and we casey's definitely seen to have got lots and lots of turns in our lives, just so sorry one of them didn't bring me closer to uncle Emmet and Auntie Ruth before now. My prayers are with you today Patricia, Robert and especially you auntie Ruth. May the Lord Guide and protect him home, xxx xxx xxx
- Olive Casey, Ireland,
Dear Mrs. Casey, Robert and Bern, I am so sorry for your loss. It is so sad when we lose someone so special, but I know you all have many wonderful memories of the great husband/dad that Mr. Casey was. You are all in my thoughts and prayers, love to you all.
- Pat Schumann , Atlanta, Ga
Dear aunt Ruth, Bernadette, And Robert I am so sorry for your loss. It must be very difficult without him I was just thinking the other day that I wanted to call you and I'm sorry I didn't. I loved his laugh and his kind words he will be missed but he was loved.
- Nora Cosgrove , Allentown ,
Dear Ruth and Family, We are so sorry about the passing of Emmet, a beautiful Soul, full of love and faith. We were honored and blessed to have spent so many memorable times with Emmet, You and your family. May your memories give you all peace and comfort
- Margaret & Tom Fitzpatrick, Yonkers, NY
Dear Mrs. Casey, Bern and Rob, You have been in my thoughts and prayers all week. So many amazing memories...lots of love and peace to you now and in the coming weeks. He will always be in your hearts. All my love, Laurie B.
- Laurie Bagley, Atlanta, GA
My deepest condolences to all who are affected by this great loss. I hope you find the strength to celebrate Mr. Casey's life as you grieve. My heart is with all of you during this trying time. Sending my love. xoxo, Lesli
- Lesli Richard, New Orleans, LA
Emmet was such a fine person. I am so sorry for your loss.
- Robert and Carol Letcher, Savannah, Ga
I am so sorry for your loss. May Jehovah the God of all comfort be with you and your loved ones during this difficult time. (2Cor 1:3,4)
- Jehovah's Witnesses , Savannah , Ga
Dear Ruth, Sadly I just heard about your husband and was unable to get to the service this morning. I never met Emmet but from all the nice things I have just read about him he was charming. I send you my love. It has always been a joy to be with you at Garden Club and I look forward to seeing you again shortly. Anne
- Anne Gardner, Savannah, GA
Emmet was an inspiration to us whenever we met him. He always brought cheer and good will even at difficult times. We will miss him dearly.
- Laurence and Marian Hanson, Savannah, GA
Dear Aunt Ruth, Bernadette and Robert, I am so sad to hear of Uncle Emmet's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am very grateful that I was able to visit last year. Uncle Emmet was a wonderful man who will be greatly missed by all as he now joins his brothers and sisters with God. They are finally all together in one place. Love, kisses & BIG hugs to all of you.
- Laurie Casey, Fort Lauderdale , FL
So so so sorry I could not have gotten to see uncle Emmet (as planned) before he passed. All my life I have wanted to go over and see him and uncle Frank, and now both have gone. I had intended to make a special visit to see uncle Emmet next week, but now! have cancelled. It just wouldn't be the same. Life has lots of twists and turns in it, and we casey's definitely seen to have got lots and lots of turns in our lives, just so sorry one of them didn't bring me closer to uncle Emmet and Auntie Ruth before now. My prayers are with you today Patricia, Robert and especially you auntie Ruth. May the Lord Guide and protect him home, xxx xxx xxx
- Olive Casey, Ireland,
Dear Mrs. Casey, Robert and Bern, I am so sorry for your loss. It is so sad when we lose someone so special, but I know you all have many wonderful memories of the great husband/dad that Mr. Casey was. You are all in my thoughts and prayers, love to you all.
- Pat Schumann , Atlanta, Ga
Dear aunt Ruth, Bernadette, And Robert I am so sorry for your loss. It must be very difficult without him I was just thinking the other day that I wanted to call you and I'm sorry I didn't. I loved his laugh and his kind words he will be missed but he was loved.
- Nora Cosgrove , Allentown ,
Dear Ruth and Family, We are so sorry about the passing of Emmet, a beautiful Soul, full of love and faith. We were honored and blessed to have spent so many memorable times with Emmet, You and your family. May your memories give you all peace and comfort
- Margaret & Tom Fitzpatrick, Yonkers, NY
Dear Mrs. Casey, Bern and Rob, You have been in my thoughts and prayers all week. So many amazing memories...lots of love and peace to you now and in the coming weeks. He will always be in your hearts. All my love, Laurie B.
- Laurie Bagley, Atlanta, GA
My deepest condolences to all who are affected by this great loss. I hope you find the strength to celebrate Mr. Casey's life as you grieve. My heart is with all of you during this trying time. Sending my love. xoxo, Lesli
- Lesli Richard, New Orleans, LA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
