Patrick H. Casey

On February 17, 2025, the world lost a remarkable man, Patrick Harold Casey who passed away peacefully at the age of 85, surrounded by his loving family. His life was a testament to love, faith and unwavering devotion.

Born in Savannah, Georgia, on December 10, 1939, Pat was brother to identical twin Eugene (Gene) and to older sibling Catherine. From an early age, his intellect and athleticism shone brightly, leading him to a full scholarship to the University of Georgia, where he became an accomplished scholar and a standout member of the varsity basketball team. It was in his hometown of Savannah that he also met the love of his life, Daphne Virginia Lee. Pat fondly recounted the story of seeing her for the first time through a bus window, knowing instantly that she was the one he would marry. True to his word, Pat and Daphne were wed on June 10, 1961, at the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist in Savannah, Georgia.

As the years went by, Pat and Daphne’s love flourished as they moved across the county raising five children while Pat’s career and service in the Army thrived. He worked as an Accounting Manager at Southern Bell before rising to Executive Leadership at BellSouth Corporation, dedicating 37 years to his career. Pat also served in the Army for 20 years rising through the ranks from lieutenant and eventually retiring as a colonel before his retirement. Throughout these years, the Casey family grew in size and love, to include their children: Daphne Leigh, Maria Hyland, Bridget Anne, Patrick Harold, Jr. and John Paul; to their cherished grandchildren: Maria Elizabeth, Maggie Mae, Daphne Kasey, Harrison Robert, Lily Katherine, Ella Lynn, Patrick Harold, III (Charley), McKenna Rae, Camile Servier, Emily Caroline, Teague Allen and Hunter Nichols and their first great-grand-daughter Ila Mae. All were blessed to have Pat as their guiding presence.

In the 1980s, Pat and Daphne made Dunwoody, Georgia, their final home, where they were active members of All Saints Catholic Church and the community. Their home was always full of love, and their faith served as the foundation for a family that spans generations. Pat took pride in his family's accomplishments, but it was their unwavering friendship, support and unconditional love for one another that he treasured most.

Pat was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene (Buster), Thelma and sister Catherine, his beloved wife Daphne and his grandson Harrison, all of whom he missed dearly. He is survived by his children, Leigh Mack (Bob), Maria Tomaszewski (Steve), Bridget Jackson (Terry), Patrick Casey, Jr., (Tricia) and John Casey (Erin), along with his grandchildren, and his first great-granddaughter, all of whom he loved deeply and held close to his heart.

Pat’s life was one of unwavering devotion — to his family, his faith, and his country. He will always be remembered for his kindness, strength and the profound example he set for everyone fortunate enough to have been part of his journey. His memory will live on in the lives of those who loved him, forever guided by the family prayer he prayed daily: “God made us a family. We need one another. We love one another. We forgive one another. We work together. We play together. We worship together. Together we use God’s word. Together we grow in Christ. Together we love all men. Together we serve God. Together we hope for Heaven. These are our hopes and ideals. Help us to attain them, O God, through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.”

Family and friends are invited to a visitation to honor the life of Patrick H. Casey on Sunday, February 23, 2025 from 4:00 - 7:00pm at H.M. Patterson & Son-Oglethorpe Hill Chapel located in Brookhaven, GA.

A mass for Patrick H. Casey's will be celebrated on Monday, February 24, 2025 at All Saints Catholic Church, Dunwoody, GA on Monday, February 24, 2025 at 11:00am.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to an endowment established in memory of his grandson, Harrison Mack at Cumberland Heights https://www.cumberlandheights.org/giving/donate/endowment-fund; Designation “The Loving Memory of Harrison Mack Endowment Fund”.