James Michael "Mike" Casey passed away on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. He was born on February 12, 1943, to Mat and Dot Casey in Abilene, Texas. Mike graduated from Wylie High School in 1961. He attended McMurry College for a short time. Mike married his high school sweetheart, Jean Waldrop, on March 22, 1963.
Mike worked a variety of jobs before deciding to continue in his father's footsteps as owner/operator of Southwest Vending for 45 years.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife, Jean, of 55 years; daughter Dina Longmire and husband, Steve; son Chris Casey and wife, Erin; grandchildren Casey Longmire and wife, Megan; Clayton Longmire and wife, Stephanie; Alex Carpenter and husband, Dalton; Brandon Van Ryzin and fiance, Charity Skelton; great grandson Hayes Longmire; sister Pat Griffin; sister Jean Coats and husband, Tommy; aunt Barbara Lane; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 9, 2018, at 2:00 PM, at Caps United Methodist Church, 6501 Hwy 277 South. Visitation, with light refreshments, will immediately follow the service in the fellowship hall.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to your favorite charity.