Robert Casey

Robert "Bob" L. Casey, also known as "Fat Cat," age 62, of Danbury died June 27, 2011 at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Bob was born on August 8, 1948 in New Richmond, Wisconsin to Robert E. and Darlene Casey. Bob married Sally on January 20, 1969 in Hudson, Wisconsin. He served in the United States Army during Vietnam as a Private First Class. After returning from the war, Bob began working for North Star Steel in South St. Paul. After 38 years of service, Bob retired in 2008. Bob was an entertainer, known as "Fat Cat" entertaining audiences as a DJ for 23 years. In his free time, he enjoyed 4-wheeling, being outdoors, playing pool and music. Bob was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Sally; his children Jason (Mandie) Casey, Charity Casey; grandchildren Leagh, Brittney, Abby, Brett, and Evan; great granddaughter Aiyana Grace; sister Sharon (Kermit) Schleicher; brothers Raymond (Donna) Casey, George (Kris) Casey; along with other relatives and numerous friends and fans of his music. A visitation will be held Friday, July 1, 2011 from 4-7 PM at Swedberg-Taylor Family Funeral Home with a service at 7 PM. Pastor Steve will officiate. Honorary pallbearers were Chuck Houman, Chuck Anderson, Tom Willie, Rick Mosentine, Art Bliven, Tim Eakins, Brett Casey, and Evan Casey.