Paul T Casey - Rest in Peace, Admiral

[GAMike]

Guys.... As many of you know, Paul Casey has been battling cancer over the past 9 mos - 1yr.... Just saw a status post from Georgiann his wife indicating that his fight is coming to an end......

I have known Paul since the spring of 2006, and can honestly say, he is one of the coolest and sincere people I have met on this board. He worked hard, served his community, is a great husband and father, loved his country and contributed a boatload in this community of ours, just by Paul being Paul...... Its an honor to know you Paul. To share time with you and Georgi.... Godspeed old friend.... Hope to see you in the next....

Please keep Paul and Georgi in your thoughts. :flag:

Wake and Funeral details:

http://www.rushlowiacoifuneralhome.co m/sitemaker/sites/Rushlo1/obit.cgi?user=879605Casey

[fastblackmerc]

Prayers sent for Paul and his loved ones.

[Motorhead350]

Oh no... sorry to hear this.

[Ladyhawke]

I just read that post too.

Our thoughts and prayers to Paul, Georgann and their family.

[martyo]

Wow, I am speechless.

Paul is a man among men!

My thoughts, prayers, and well wishes go out to Paul and his family.

[MOTOWN]

So sorry to hear this, may god be with him, and his family

[Agent M79]

Paul makes an impression and in the best of ways.

[jgc61sr2002]

Very sorry to hear this.
Paul and his family are in our prayers.

[RacerX]

:depress: I was so hoping to meet him this year. Our prayers are with him and his family.

[Ms. Denmark]

Paul, you and Georgianne made such a positive impression on me when we met at Carlisle.

[J-MAN]

Prayers and well wishes to you Paul and your loved ones.

[Bluerauder]

Very Sorry to hear this news. :( Will keep Paul and GeorgeAnn in my thoughts and prayers.

[PonyUP]

This is terrible news, my thoughts and prayers go for Paul and his family

Paul is one of the most sincere individuals I have met, as was said a MAN among men

Stand up and charitable


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[SC Cheesehead]

I hadn't heard anything from Paul in a while, and he'd not replied to a PM I sent a while back, so I was worrying about him.

Sad news. Paul and GeorgeAnn, you are in my prayers; God be with you, my friend.

[CWright]

WOW! I am SO SORRY to hear of this news. Marty is spot on! He was a great man to know! Prayers are going out for his family. Thanks for letting us know Mike!

[MM2004]

My prayers are heading their way.

Sad news indeed.

:(

Mike.

[MM03MOK]

Thanks for posting, Mike. I was going to do the same after reading Georgie's post in Facebook. Paul came home from the hospital this Wednesday and started Hospice care. He received the Sacrament of the Sick today and his family and friends surround him.

God Bless!

[Cheeseheadbob]

F'n cancer... The Lord has his arms around Paul. Both here, and in the here after.

[Larry Durham]

I've have only meet Paul and Georgeann once, and there were first class. He is the what this site was about. You never ridiculed someone' s opinion and or think he you was above anyone. He's love for his wife and his MM and this site is special. Paul hope the best
you the and God Speed

[Shaijack]

A great guy and it was an honor meeting him. Prayers sent.

[Granddaddy Marq]

I don't have the education to express my thoughts about him. There is so much I want to say, and nun of it bad. Me and my family are deeply saddened by this news. GOD Bless You Paul T. Casey!

[White Knuckles]

Very sorry to hear this......Paul is such a great guy.
Prayers and best wishes for Paul and his Family.
Track Fries will forever be remembered by me as Paul's Fries

[Bigdogjim]

Sad news indeed prayers sent... God Bless!

[a_d_a_m]

Well, basically everyone here has summed most of my thoughts up. The Casey family will be in my thoughts.

[GAMike]

Guys. Georgi just texted me... Paul passed away at 8:45pm. She wanted you guys to know how much she appreciated all your kind words, prayers and thoughts... He will be missed.... Burnouts & track fries will forever remind me of Paul.

[gdsqdcr]

My prayers are with his family at this time.

May our Lord's peace be with his family in this time of need.

[PonyUP]

Guys. Georgi just texted me... Paul passed away at 8:45pm. She wanted you guys to know how much she appreciated all your kind words, prayers and thoughts... He will be missed.... Burnouts & track fries will forever remind me of Paul.

So very sad to hear of Paul's passing. He was a great man that will be missed.

Because he was an Honorary Southern brother, this years Marauderville will be dedicated to Paul


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[LIGHTNIN1]

Very sorry to hear this. Prayers and thoughts go to the family.

[Shaijack]

Are we taking up a collection or sending cards and flowers?

[GAMike]

Are we taking up a collection or sending cards and flowers?

I will see what I can find out regarding services/arrangements.... When I know something, I will post up here for anyone interested. Feel free if y'all have the details before I do.... Thanks....

[MM03MOK]

Let's let the family make arrangements. They may suggest donations or flowers. I will send flowers on our collective behalf.

[merc]

When I took this picture I didn't think it would be my last time with Paul.

https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/778912_10200404208696935_12213 76557_o.jpg

[babbage]

Jeesh, this is sad. Paul drove the hell out of his Marauder. I think he had almost 300,000 miles on it. He was a no BS type of guy and I admired that about him.

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showpost.php?p=1224653&postcount=63

[Baaad GN]

It's just plain ******** hearing this, bad news hurts! sorry for my tough talk but this kinda Info hurts! Unfortunately saying a lot of prays lately!

[Baconbit]

I never met Paul but it is weird knowing that you will never see his posts again. Sad news indeed, prayers and condolences to his family. Suffer no more my friend.

[kernie]

Sorry to hear this. :(

RIP.

[Vortex]

Sorry to hear the news as well. RIP.

[Gryphonzus]

May God bless and keep him and his family in his loving embrace!

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[05crownsport]

I'm not to have been fortunate enough to have met Mr. Casey, but I can tell from all of the folks here who I admire and respect that speak highly of him, that he was someone of considerable substance. My heart goes out to all who are affected, and prayers will be sent for his family.

[Breadfan]

Very sad news and sorry to hear this for sure. I never met Paul in person but just on here was well enough to know his great character. My prayers to his family and may he rest in peace and be in a better place where cancer can no longer hurt him.

[1 Bad Merc]

Wow -just wow. He was a person who I really enjoyed talking too and his' opinion I respected highly ....cant believe he is gone. My condolences and prayers to his' family.

God Speed my friend!

[Chi Stallion]

Never had the chance to meet him but he def sounds like a great asset to the Marauder Community. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and his loved ones.


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[mcb26]

God bless you Paul and family. I would like to see the most runs trophy at the southern shootout renamed the Paul T. Casey trophy.

[SC Cheesehead]

So very sad to hear of Paul's passing. He was a great man that will be missed.

Because he was an Honorary Southern brother, this years Marauderville will be dedicated to Paul


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The last time I saw Paul was at the Year One car show with the SM guys.
great day and good times.

Hard to imagine him being gone.



God bless you Paul and family. I would like to see the most runs trophy at the southern shootout renamed the Paul T. Casey trophy.

We need to pass this on the the GASSIT guys, I'm certain they would agree with the suggestion.

[Granddaddy Marq]

When I took this picture I didn't think it would be my last time with Paul.

https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/778912_10200404208696935_12213 76557_o.jpg


Would it be possible to post this picture on the home page in a memorial for a week or to?

[martyo]

Because he was an Honorary Southern brother, this years Marauderville will be dedicated to Paul


This is the perfect honorarium for him!

[martyo]

A fond memory of Paul -- my birthday party at Team Ford almost ten years ago:

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[martyo]

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[Blackened300a]

So sad to hear this news. I met Paul and his wife at Carlisle one year, very nice people. May he Rest in peace.

[Bluerauder]

So sad to hear this news. I met Paul and his wife at Carlisle one year, very nice people. May he Rest in peace.
Yes, I think it was in 2010 when he and GeorgeAnn dropped in on us enroute back to RI from another of his long road trips. They hung out on the near the "Car Corral" that year then went over to Embers for dinner.

Very nice people. Was saddened to hear of Paul's passing last night. R.I.P. Paul. His "Burnouts Across America" tour was classic back in the early days of MM.net. He left black marks across most every state in the lower 48.

Paul and GeorgeAnn under the tent (backs to camera) at 2010 Carlisle "All Ford Nationals".
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/gallery/data/500/medium/PaulCasey0001.JPG

And at "Embers Restaurant" at the Hotel Carlisle later that night.
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/gallery/data/500/medium/PaulCasey0002.JPG

[Ken]

Yes, I think it was in 2010 when he and GeorgeAnn dropped in on us enroute back to RI from another of his long road trips. They hung out on the near the "Car Corral" that year then went over to Embers for dinner.

Very nice people. Was saddened to hear of Paul's passing last night. R.I.P. Paul. His "Burnouts Across America" tour was classic back in the early days of MM.net. He left black marks across most every state in the lower 48.May have been 2009, because I was there and had the honor of meeting him too. RIP Paul

[Bluerauder]

May have been 2009, because I was there and had the honor of meeting him too. RIP Paul

It was June 2010 .... see pics above. You sat next to him at the restaurant.

[WhatsUpDOHC]

Here's a link to his Burnouts Across America thread:

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=9822

RIP, brother.

[jgc61sr2002]

I met Paul for the first time at one of the first meets in Hershey Pa. (2003)
Krytin and myself vistied him at a cruise night in his hometown.
A great guy and a wonderful person.
My deepest condolences to his family.
May he rest in peace.

[mlschultz]

My sincere condolences to Paul's family and friends. Rest in peace, Paul. I am grateful for the times we spent together enjoying our hobby.

[MyTMerc]

Very sorry to hear the sad news. Rest in Pease Paul.

[SMOKE]

Paul,

This is sad news. Had the good fortune to spend more than one afternoon with you over the years, and depending on the
locale; your family as well. You always had a smile and a squint in your eye like you'd just been misbehaving. You were
empathetic in the non-Marauder realm to me and as I witness here. The earth is definitely lighter with the lifting
of your soul.

RIP

Best,
Jonathan

Hank's Dairy Bar - '09
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/gallery/data/500/PICT3181_2_.jpg

[Black Terror]

God Bless this Family. He was quite an asset for the Marauder community.
Paul was quite a person, enjoyed being with him under all circumstances(Racing, Eating, Car Shows, etc;)

[justbob]

Very saddened to hear.


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[boatmangc]

Paul, rest in peace my friend.

Condolences to your family.

[GAMike]

So very sad to hear of Paul's passing. He was a great man that will be missed.

Because he was an Honorary Southern brother, this years Marauderville will be dedicated to Paul


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Great idea Brad... We may not be able to do "Burnouts Across America" like Paul, but we can sure as hell honor him with some "smoke signals" and assorted this n that from the ATL....:burnout::burnout:

[Rich Money]

Got a call this morning. Was told Paul passed this morning. He will truly be missed...

[Marauderman]

The Passing of Paul is difficult to realize---he was always such a part of the MM community--traveling in just about every state and meeting with just about all of us at one time or another---for me it was at the SSHS in Alt. each year since I started going in '04--but the first time was at Team Ford 's dyno days---in '03 and '04 where he seem to always shows up there and then the SSHS 's--the last time I took a pic of his MM with about 200K + mileage ---got to find it somewhere--

He was such a friendly man who just seem to make you feel you knew him for years----not many folks can make you feel that way ...........

He will truly be missed and prayers are sent for the family...

I strongly vote for the comment below-----------and I think it is the true fitting memorial for such an event ....see below---


God bless you Paul and family. I would like to see the most runs trophy at the southern shootout renamed the Paul T. Casey trophy.

[Mr. Man]

Paula and I are saddened to hear of Paul's passing. We met him at Carlisle a few years back and both of us took an instant liking to both Paul and Georgeanne. We both wish to send Georgeanne and their families our deepest sympathies.

[Davesvt2000]

RIP Paul ...

[HammerDown]

Rest in Peace, Paul

Prayers said for Georgianne and family


Connie & Jack

[Joe Walsh]

Yes, I think it was in 2010 when he and GeorgeAnn dropped in on us enroute back to RI from another of his long road trips. They hung out on the near the "Car Corral" that year then went over to Embers for dinner.

Very nice people. Was saddened to hear of Paul's passing last night. R.I.P. Paul. His "Burnouts Across America" tour was classic back in the early days of MM.net. He left black marks across most every state in the lower 48.

Paul and GeorgeAnn under the tent (backs to camera) at 2010 Carlisle "All Ford Nationals".
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/gallery/data/500/medium/PaulCasey0001.JPG

And at "Embers Restaurant" at the Hotel Carlisle later that night.
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/gallery/data/500/medium/PaulCasey0002.JPG


Very, very sad to hear this.
I had no idea that Paul was so ill.
I met Paul and GeorgAnn at Carlisle that year.
Paul had bought my TEKSID block and asked that I bring it up to Carlisle because they were going to stop in on the Marauder tent.
Paul and his wife were fantastic people and I offered Paul a test drive in my Marauder back to his Marauder which was parked off the fairgrounds.
Unfortunately as we were leaving, the skies opened up and it poured so hard that Paul couldn't get over 10 mph in my car!

God Bless, our prayers are with GeorgAnn and the family.

[Motorhead350]

Here's a link to his Burnouts Across America thread:

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=9822

RIP, brother.

Very good read!

[Krytin]

Mr.Casey, you will be missed sir. At least I know there will be burnouts in Heaven now!

Georgeanne, If there is anything I can do for you please call me at 631-512-7321 - myself, Mary and Elise have you in our prayers.


Paul's son Paul, Paul, John (jgc61sr2002) & Me at the Misquamicut Beach Cruise In. I'd like to see at least one night dedicated to him this year - I will be there!
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Paul being interviewed on the local radio station from the car show!
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From "NE Marauder Christmas Pics" on Dec. 18th, 2004
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[Krytin]

Let's let the family make arrangements. They may suggest donations or flowers. I will send flowers on our collective behalf.

Thanks Mary - please keep us posted if you get any info.

[MM03MOK]

Details to come:

http://www.rushlowiacoifuneralhome.co m/sitemaker/sites/Rushlo1/obit.cgi?user=879605Casey

[a_d_a_m]

Never met him but his posts were always fun to read. I remember one about the compass on his car being broken and he said "I don't need to know where I'm going."

RIP Paul.

[SC Cheesehead]

Details to come:

http://www.rushlowiacoifuneralhome.co m/sitemaker/sites/Rushlo1/obit.cgi?user=879605Casey

Thanks, Bunny.

I hope everyone on MM.net that knew Paul will sign the guestbook.

[a_d_a_m]

I am not signing it, because I never met him. Those things always seemed like they should be reserved for his personal friends. Though I hope his family will stumble across this and realize that many of us thought fondly of him even though we never met him.

[Bigdogjim]

R.I.P. Paul. God Bless! Prayers sent. You will be missed.

[Bluerauder]

Thanks, Bunny.

I hope everyone on MM.net that knew Paul will sign the guestbook.

Thanks Rex. Done. The link on the page also makes it easy to send condolences or flowers.

[Mr. Man]

I am not signing it, because I never met him. Those things always seemed like they should be reserved for his personal friends. Though I hope his family will stumble across this and realize that many of us thought fondly of him even though we never met him.

I think you, and any mm.net member would be welcome to sign it. You may never have met in person, but you were connected here on-line. I think his family would be pleased to know that so many of us in this Marauder community were touched by him and held him in high regard.

[PonyUP]

Thanks bunny


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[Marauder_Santa]

RIP Paul.

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[Ken]

It was June 2010 .... see pics above. You sat next to him at the restaurant.My Bad! Forgot which years my girls graduated. This is now 2013... this is now 2013... :beatnik:

[Vortech347]

Very unfortunate. I hope you guys do a memorial cruise for him that are close.

[Hotrauder]

Condolences to his family and all his friends here and everywhere. RIP Paul. I believe you are running on Gods track now....A track near all of us, I hope.
Dennis

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[DEFYANT]

So sad... My condolences to family and friends.

[MM03MOK]

Posted by Georgann on Facebook:

Calling hours Friday 5-8
rushlow & iacoi funeral home
64 friendship st westerly,
service on Saturday 10 am Christ church westerly

Thank you all for your prayers

Love hugs & healing

GEORGANN & PAUL

[Mac-MerC]

Damn.... Ours paths crossed I believe 3 times. He always had a smile on his face.
King of the Daily Drivers.
Rest In Peace

[N40GL]

Even though we all know it happens, it is still tremendously saddening when the circle of life comes to an end. My prayers go to the family, for it is always hardest on the survivors; and to Paul - an honorable and decent man.

[Paulie C.]

I just wanted to take a moment out to thank you all for your nice words and support. My father would tell me stories all the time about you guys and racing down south. I too am a car guy and I want you to know that I will see to it that his Marauder continues to be well maintained. I have myself turned a few wrenches on that car with him and those are some of my greatest memories. I can tell you not only was he a true car guy and a great friend, he was an awesome father and husband as well. But I assure you his legacy will live on and when it comes time, that teksid block in his workshop will be built for some big NA power just like he wanted it.

[jgc61sr2002]

I just wanted to take a moment out to thank you all for your nice words and support. My father would tell me stories all the time about you guys and racing down south. I too am a car guy and I want you to know that I will see to it that his Marauder continues to be well maintained. I have myself turned a few wrenches on that car with him and those are some of my greatest memories. I can tell you not only was he a true car guy and a great friend, he was an awesome father and husband as well. But I assure you his legacy will live on and when it comes time, that teksid block in his workshop will be built for some big NA power just like he wanted it.

Welcome aboard.
I know that your father was very proud of you.

[GAMike]

I just wanted to take a moment out to thank you all for your nice words and support. My father would tell me stories all the time about you guys and racing down south. I too am a car guy and I want you to know that I will see to it that his Marauder continues to be well maintained. I have myself turned a few wrenches on that car with him and those are some of my greatest memories. I can tell you not only was he a true car guy and a great friend, he was an awesome father and husband as well. But I assure you his legacy will live on and when it comes time, that teksid block in his workshop will be built for some big NA power just like he wanted it.

Hi Paulie.... My (our) heartfelt condolences for the loss of your father.... He was by all accounts one hell of a guy and the eptitome of what it is to be a "car guy".

I have family is Shrewsbury... I will PM you when I make my way up next time... We should have a beverage, tell stories and raise a toast to the "Admiral".:)

[Bigdogjim]

I just wanted to take a moment out to thank you all for your nice words and support. My father would tell me stories all the time about you guys and racing down south. I too am a car guy and I want you to know that I will see to it that his Marauder continues to be well maintained. I have myself turned a few wrenches on that car with him and those are some of my greatest memories. I can tell you not only was he a true car guy and a great friend, he was an awesome father and husband as well. But I assure you his legacy will live on and when it comes time, that teksid block in his workshop will be built for some big NA power just like he wanted it.
Your Father will live on in our hearts forever! I am happy to learn that his son will carry forward with the marauder. HOpe to meet you one day till then stay safe and God Bless :flag:

[RoyLPita]

Paul,
You will be missed and never forgotten.

[Paulie C.]

Well whether the car stays with Georgann or myself, I am going to make sure two things happen. The car will be cleaned and cared for as if he was here, and I will make sure it gets out of the 14s and in the 100+mph trap. I am pretty sure his best run in the 1/4 was 14.01@99.7 w/ 2.01 60ft. But he did get in to the 8.7s in the 1/8 so I think that car will blast by 14.0 now.

[Granddaddy Marq]

Well whether the car stays with Georgann or myself, I am going to make sure two things happen. The car will be cleaned and cared for as if he was here, and I will make sure it gets out of the 14s and in the 100+mph trap. I am pretty sure his best run in the 1/4 was 14.01@99.7 w/ 2.01 60ft. But he did get in to the 8.7s in the 1/8 so I think that car will blast by 14.0 now.


I witnessed the 1/8 of a mile runs (from behind) all night long that night. He mopped the floor with all of us that night. The only race I saw him lose that night was when he drove my car. It was also the only race I won (I drove his car that time). Another first that night, He almost got ejected from the track for an excessive burnout. At A DRAG STRIP! Funny stuff. Our friendship was to short. Alabama send "Your Mama and Them" our deepest sympathies, and we are greatly saddened by his passing.

[FastMerc]

I had the oppertunity to meet him at a couple events,so sad for the news.He will be missed! GODspeed friend R.I.P.

[beantown mm]

My prayers are sent to the family, so sorry to hear this.

[Bluerauder]

Details to come:

http://www.rushlowiacoifuneralhome.co m/sitemaker/sites/Rushlo1/obit.cgi?user=879605Casey

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This ^^^^^^^ link needs to be put into the first post since it is getting buried in the posts.

[MM03MOK]

:bump:

This ^^^^^^^ link needs to be put into the first post since it is getting buried in the posts.

Done. Thanks....

[rayjay]

Deepest codolences to Paul's family. God speed Paul on the greatest adventure of all.
Rayjay & Arleen

[Papillon]

I just wanted to take a moment out to thank you all for your nice words and support. My father would tell me stories all the time about you guys and racing down south. I too am a car guy and I want you to know that I will see to it that his Marauder continues to be well maintained. I have myself turned a few wrenches on that car with him and those are some of my greatest memories. I can tell you not only was he a true car guy and a great friend, he was an awesome father and husband as well. But I assure you his legacy will live on and when it comes time, that teksid block in his workshop will be built for some big NA power just like he wanted it.

Paulie, I never had the honor to have met your father, just followed his posts on here. I know what you're going through and I hope that the memories of him help you and your family through this tough time.

R.I.P

[MMBLUE]

RIP Paul. God has the wheel now.

[DOOM]

Terrible news. Praying for him and his family.

[CBT]

Dang, terrible to hear this! :( Prayers to Pauls family. He was high on my list of Marauder folks to meet.
Sail safe, Admiral.

[LANDY]

Im sorry to hear this, i met Paul at the Shootout a 3 years ago. He was a good man to be around.
My prayers go to him, his family and friends.

[MM03MOK]

I plan on attending the funeral on Saturday, coming from Cape Cod. Please post up if you're able to attend. A showing of Marauders and the Marauder Family would be most special!

[Roadwarrior]

Prayers for Paul & his family.

[SC Cheesehead]

I plan on attending the funeral on Saturday, coming from Cape Cod. Please post up if you're able to attend. A showing of Marauders and the Marauder Family would be most special!

I wish I could, but won't be able to attend.

Please pass along my condolences to Georgeann and the family.

[ROCOB]

I had the pleasure of getting to know Paul over the past 3 years or so. He had a quiet calm about him that just kind of put you at ease. I will certainly miss him. My family will continue to pray for Georgann and her family.

[Shermanator]

We shall all remember that you were good and always did good.

[Krytin]

I plan on attending the funeral on Saturday, coming from Cape Cod. Please post up if you're able to attend. A showing of Marauders and the Marauder Family would be most special!

I tried but could not get the Friday and Saturday off.
Mary please give Georgann my regards. I'll be sending her a note.
Please let her know if she needs anything I'd be happy to assist w/the relations down here on Long Island or I could make a trip to RI on any of my days off.

[GAMike]

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/thewesterlysun/obituary.aspx?n=paul-thomas-casey&pid=162709355#fbLoggedOut

[Bluerauder]

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/thewesterlysun/obituary.aspx?n=paul-thomas-casey&pid=162709355#fbLoggedOut

Since the Obituary link will eventually disappear, I have pasted the info below ...

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Paul Thomas Casey Jr. (1957 - 2013)

Obituary

Paul Thomas Casey Jr., 55, of 71 Winnapaug Road, died Friday evening at home while surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Norwich, Conn., on Dec. 23, 1957, son of Julia V. (Rajtar) Casey and the late Paul T. Casey Sr.

On June 26, 1993, he married his beloved wife Georgann P. Schneider. Mrs. Casey survives her husband of 19 years.

Paul attended school in Norwich, Conn., and graduated from Norwich Free Academy in 1975. He went on to attend the former Thames Valley State Technical College. He was involved in Scouting for many years with Troop 79 in Norwich where he attained the rank of Eagle Scout.

Paul began his career in non-destructive testing at the United Nuclear Corporation in Uncasville, Conn., and traveled extensively throughout the years in his field. He was most recently employed as a Level II NDE Inspector for the Tennessee Valley Authority and was widely respected in his field.
Paul was an avid car aficionado and a member of MercuryMarauders.net. He drove his 2003 Mercury Marauder at racetracks down south and enjoyed taking his family and friends on his famous burnout runs, including taking his wife on the "burnouts across America" tour in 2004.

Known affectionately as "The Admiral" among his friends and co-workers, he also enjoyed clamming and quahogging on Winnapaug Pond and fishing the waters off the shore near his home in Misquamicut.

Paul joined the East Great Plain Volunteer Fire Company at the age of 16 and was still a sustaining member of the department at the time of his death. He continued his dedicated service to his community throughout his life and has been an active member of the Misquamicut Fire Department, up until the time of his death, recently receiving a Dedication to Service'Award. The firehouse was like a second home to him and he leaves behind many close friends and associates in the fire service from throughout the region.

Paul was a dedicated and loving son, brother, husband, father, uncle and grandfather. His favorite times were those when he was surrounded by his loving family.

In addition to his wife, Paul is survived by his mother, Julia V. Casey, of Norwich, Conn.; four sons, Micah Strode, of Pascoag; Paul T. Casey III, of Shrewsbury, Mass.; Kenneth B. Godberson, of Centereach, N.Y.; and Kevin Godberson, of Medford, N.Y.; and two daughters, Kari-ann Godberson, of Worcester, Mass.; and Rachel Stockwell, of Providence. Paul also leaves behind three brothers, Thomas P. Casey Sr., of Preston, Conn.; Daniel H. Casey, of Franklin, Conn.; and Peter F. Casey Sr., of Winterhaven, Fla.; and five grandchildren, Cyrus Sikes, Peyton P. Strode, Kenneth Godberson III, Mathew Godberson and Olivia Godberson. Paul also had several nieces and nephews who loved and respected him very much.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday Feb. 2, 2013, at 10 a.m. directly at Christ Episcopal Church, 7 Elm St., Westerly. Burial will follow in River Bend Cemetery in Westerly. Calling hours will be on Friday, Feb. 1, 2013, from 5-8 pm at Rushlow-Iacoi Funeral Home & Crematory, 64 Friendship St., Westerly. For online condolences, please go to www.rushlowiacoifuneralhome.co m.

Please, in lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made to the American Cancer Society , 931 Jefferson Blvd., Warwick, RI 02886 in Paul's name to be used for Squamous Cell lung cancer research.

Published in The Westerly Sun from January 28 to January 29, 2013
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[Hack Goby]

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_11261.JPG Just now seeing this and it saddens me.Always a class act.

[Embassy]

Prayers being sent from my family to his during this tough time.

[MM03MOK]

I'm ordering a large arrangement now. Went with red and white since he's been a firefighter all these years. Marauder colors would have been hard.

Here's the note I wrote:

May "Burnouts Across America" keep on rolling and smoking...

With fondest memories from coast to coast and miles of asphalt in between,
Your Mercury Marauder Family

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[Embassy]

Thanks, Mary.

[SC Cheesehead]

Very fitting, Mary. Thanks.

[MM03MOK]

NAVCHAP will be attending the Wake and Funeral in Full Dress. I will be at the Funeral, representing us all.

[Ms. Denmark]

I'm ordering a large arrangement now. Went with red and white since he's been a firefighter all these years. Marauder colors would have been hard.

Here's the note I wrote:

May "Burnouts Across America" keep on rolling and smoking...

With fondest memories from coast to coast and miles of asphalt in between,
Your Mercury Marauder Family

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NAVCHAP will be attending the Wake and Funeral in Full Dress. I will be at the Funeral, representing us all.

Thank you, Mary...we'll be there in spirit.

[vkirkend]

Very Sorry to hear this news. :( Will keep Paul and GeorgeAnn in my thoughts and prayers.

Likewise. Sooruy for your loss.....

[Baconbit]

I'm ordering a large arrangement now. Went with red and white since he's been a firefighter all these years. Marauder colors would have been hard.

Here's the note I wrote:

May "Burnouts Across America" keep on rolling and smoking...

With fondest memories from coast to coast and miles of asphalt in between,
Your Mercury Marauder Family

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Mary, on behalf of all of us, very fitting and thank you!

[Papillon]

Thank you Mary.

[boatmangc]

Thank you Mary
Is there a donation available to make in his behalf?


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[fastblackmerc]

Thank you Mary... very fitting!

[CBT]

I'm ordering a large arrangement now. Went with red and white since he's been a firefighter all these years. Marauder colors would have been hard.

Here's the note I wrote:

May "Burnouts Across America" keep on rolling and smoking...

With fondest memories from coast to coast and miles of asphalt in between,
Your Mercury Marauder Family

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It is a very nice arrangement, thank you for doing it.

[GAMike]

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I'm ordering a large arrangement now. Went with red and white since he's been a firefighter all these years. Marauder colors would have been hard.

Here's the note I wrote:

May "Burnouts Across America" keep on rolling and smoking...

With fondest memories from coast to coast and miles of asphalt in between,
Your Mercury Marauder Family

http://www.ftdimg.com/pics/products/S17-4474_330x370_premium.jpg
Thank you Mary... Very appropriate....

Thank you Mary
Is there a donation available to make in his behalf?


Gary.... Click on the obituary link above.... There is a request for donations to the American Cancer Society... Thats what I did....

[Ladyhawke]

Thanks for sending the flowers and representing Mom!

Wish we could be there too, there in spirit.

[Bradley G]

Rest in peace brother Paul. You are a gift in my life and to you I am eternally grateful.

[prchrman]

words fail me. bye Paul.

[SMOKE]

I will grab the car and be in Westerly on Saturday morning. It's only an hour away and the thought of not paying my respects just bothers me too much to let anything get in the way.

Best,
Jonathan

[SMOKE]

What a day for you today, Paul.

From my experience there were firetrucks, lots of people attending, a loooooong procession to your beautiful
spot overlooking the Pawcatuck. Paulie C. and the rest of of your tribe are such a great family unit; and Georgann is so strong.

At River Bend, there was ceremony from your FD and small invocations by our favorite Navy Chaplain that made
my chest swell from the solemn respect. There was also fireworks, burnouts, blaring horns
and hoots from all who braved the chill.

There were Marauder-ers from around these woods and down south. There was an obligatory Marauder
trip u-turn (by me...as I plugged in Warwick as my coordinates....27 mile u-turn so no ritual was left out).

But you probably know all this already, because you shot us a rainbow in the sky for all to see.

RIP - PTC

Best,
Jonathan

[MM03MOK]

Paul's send-off was nothing less than GRAND! Tom, Paul's brother, gave a stirring and funny Eulogy, including the fact that Paul's Marauder, though ten years old, went through 18 sets of tires! Georgie's burnout was very fitting. She told me at the reception, that the burnout was the first one she ever did in Paul's car! Nicely done!! Navchap read prayers at the church and at the Cemetary. Todd Fisher drove from DC to attend. He and Paul were very close. One of the most touching moments was at the end the the committal service - each firefighter came up to the casket, saluted, removed their white gloves and laid them on the casket. Couldn't help but choke up. It was nice to see Jonathan and Marcela!

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[Paulie C.]

Not sure if this link will work but Georgann getting it done. I saved my 200ft 3gear horror show for the road so everyone who drives by will see his legacy as well!

http://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=556469441 038511&id=1060625717&_rdr

[Paulie C.]

Thanks again to all of you. I have a lot of racing footage and video from 7+ years ago of my father at the heavy weight shootout etc. I will try to post soon.

[lji372]

Sounds like a heck of a guy I would have loved to of met. Reading what others have wrote tells me this was a man loved by many. Certainly he will be missed and i will always remember his but outs across America story. My thoughts are with his family, and may he rest in peace.......

[Donny Carlson]

Paul and his Marauder, Caffiene and Octane, 2009.


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Paul and I had a long phone conversation after his heart attack (which happened when he was washing his car for an Atlanta event). He had heard about my heart attack and we swapped heart patient war stories (how many stents you got? what meds you takin? how what you can eat and can't eat sucks, etc.) Last time I saw him was in Steele, AL at the track there. Paul was telling me his transmission was about shot and was nervous about getting back to Huntsville if it cratered. Wasn't long after that I lined up for a run and there was Paul staging in the lane next to me. I'm gonna miss seeing him.

[Donny Carlson]

Paul and the Line of Awesome at Marty's after C&O.

On the way over he stopped under an overpass to do a burnout so we could "appreciate the acoustics."

[SMOKE]

I wish there was a "like" button on here because Georgann CRUSHED that burnout all day long!
She leaped out of the car once she turned around, arms over her head and cheering. I have a feeling Paul
always knew who was sitting next to him and worried about even more tire destruction.

It was great to finally meed Todd and to see you as well, Mary.

What a sendoff. Wish I could've stayed for more.

Best,
Jonathan

[GAMike]

It sounds/looks like Paul got the sendoff he deserved.... Wish I could have been there to pay my respects personally. Thank you to all from our community that attended.:bows:


Keep Georgi in your thoughts...... She will need our collective support.

Thanks again......

[Krytin]

It looks like it was a very fitting send-off for one of the Greatest!
It's good to know that he can keep an eye on all of us now.

[Paulie C.]

I figured some of you guys would appreciate this from 4th of July about 6-7 years ago



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghR64nhzeeA

[Krytin]

Nice one Paulie!