BORN

1945

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Merrill Grinnell Funeral Homes

39 Geddes St

Holley, New York

David Caswell Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 11, 2012.

Holley-

July 11, 2012

David A. Caswell, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife Ann (Gentile) of 45 years; children, Douglas (Micky) Caswell of Penfield, Diana (Kevin) Buchholtz of Buffalo, Kris (Julie) Caswell of Chili; Grandchildren, Justin DiNapoli, Olivia & Greyson Caswell, Alexandra & Nora Buchholtz. He was predeceased by his sister Sandy Patton.

There are no calling hours. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of David's life on Saturday, July 21, 2012 at the Merrill-Grinnell Funeral Home, 39 Geddes St., Holley at 1pm. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Orleans or The American Cancer Society.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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July 27, 2012

Annette Lane-Gentilesco

I'm so sorry to hear of your fathers passing, you and your family are in my thoughts & prayers.

July 27, 2012

Doug Hein

Doug,
My deepest condolences to you and your family from me and my family in this difficult time.

July 25, 2012

I was saddened to hear of Daves passing. Dave and I went to grade school and high school together, and generally hung out together during these times. We lost touch with each other after high school and college however I guess I always hoped we would run into each other again. May he rest in peace now. My prayers to his family. Jim Flanegan, Olympia High, '63 Greece, NY

July 22, 2012

Debra Kieffer

Dear Diana: I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Even though I didn't know him, I am sure he was a beautiful person and wonderful Dad as evidenced by how great a person you are. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

July 22, 2012

Kathy Dalheim

I am so sorry for the loss of your Husband and Dad and Grandfather. I worked with Dave on the production line at Hover-Davis. He was such a nice guy. I was saddened when they let him go. I called him to tell him his clock was still there. Now it makes me sad to know he is gone now, all too soon. May Jesus wrap his arms around all of you with his Love and Peace at this difficult time.

July 20, 2012

Diane Del Santo

Dear Diana and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I know Dad is at peace and happily watching over each of you knowing that his life continues on in each of you! Peace!

July 19, 2012

I am deeply sorry on your lost, David was a good friend. I will miss him, I always looked forward to our playing golf together, and will always remember the good times we spent on the golf course.


Frank Pabis

July 17, 2012

David Wilcox

I am so very sorry to hear of David's passing. There were many many happy years of memories from our childhood with the Wilcox and Caswell cousins. The years have gone by so fast. It was comforting to read that David died quietly with family. My Prayers go out to you and your extended family. Dave Wilcox (Ridgefield, CT)

July 16, 2012

Dear Ann, Kris & Julie and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your husband and Father. We always looked forward to seeing him at tax time, as he was one of our nicest clients with his quiet and gentle demeanor...we will miss him.
God bless all of you and give you comfort.
Brungard Tax Service...Irma, Tanna & Sharon

July 15, 2012

Jim Fadden

Dear Ann & Family my thoughts and prayers are with you if there is anything i can do in your time of loss just call me Sicerely Jim & alice Fadden 585-775-8979

July 14, 2012

Marc Slye

I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My thought and prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss. Cherish all the wonderful memories and love you have for him, and in that he will continue to be part of your life. If you ever need anything, feel free to call on me. Sincerely, Marc Slye

July 13, 2012

Don & Joyce Buchholtz

We are so very sorry about Dave. He was a wonderful, wonderful man and we will always cherish our memories from our time together at the Outer Banks, which was probably one of the best vacations we ever took. He will be missed by all and we will keep everyone in our thoughts and prayers. I hope this poem helps you all as much as it helped me when my Mom passed away. I somehow found it very comforting.

Much Love,
Don & Joyce Buchholtz

God saw you getting tired
When a cure was not to be.
He closed his arms around you
And whispered, "Come to Me".
In tears we saw you sinking
We watched you fade away.
Our hearts were almost broken
You fought so hard to stay.
But when we saw you sleeping
So peacefully from pain,
We could not wish you back
To suffer so again.
So keep your arms around him,
Lord, and give him special care
Make up for all he suffered
And all that seemed unfair.

July 12, 2012

David DeLuca

May the many happy memories bring solace in this time of loss.

July 12, 2012

The Paeth Family

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