David Cyrus Cassady, Jr., 81, of Huntsville, passed away Saturday. David had an uncanny ability to recall details of his youth and shared many stories of growing up. He learned very early the value of hard work as he and his brother worked with his father in the construction business. He excelled in several sports and was awarded more badges than any Eagle Scout in the state of Alabama at that time.
He met and married Jean Barnard while attending Auburn University. After graduating in 1956 with a degree in Building Science, he took a job with the Army Corps of Engineers. He also served in the Army Reserves for several years. He was passionate about his career as a civil engineer and claimed to look forward to going to work every day. David had a reputation for being tough but fair. His work ethic and ability to “get the job done” earned him the respect of his peers. Affectionately known as “Moose”, he made many lifelong friendships in his years at the Corps and received many honors.
David and Jean worked hard to provide a wonderful home and a good education for their four children. Weekends were spent with his family, either playing sports or taking long rides in the country. He always put his family first. His commitment to his family extended to providing for his parents and Jean’s parents in their final years. He loved watching classic westerns and Auburn football.
After over 30 years, David retired and rarely missed a Saturday of flea markets and garage sales, always looking for a bargain.
In 2003, he lost his dear wife Jean to cancer. He was very lonely and took her passing especially hard. Luckily, he soon reconnected with and married his high school sweetheart, Noll.
They shared his remaining years eating out with friends, caring for his “sweetie dog” Cosmo, and making lasting memories with his children and grandchildren. Generous may best describe David, a man of his word, strong, honest and very funny. Anything done for him was always repaid twofold.
In his declining years, he never missed an opportunity to express how proud and thankful he was for his family. He demonstrated such grace, humility and toughness that will forever be remembered by those who loved him. His sense of humor will be greatly missed and he will live on in the hearts of his loving family.
He was preceded in death by his parents and first wife, Jean Barnard Cassady.
Laughlin Funeral Home assisting.
Information edited for privacy.
He met and married Jean Barnard while attending Auburn University. After graduating in 1956 with a degree in Building Science, he took a job with the Army Corps of Engineers. He also served in the Army Reserves for several years. He was passionate about his career as a civil engineer and claimed to look forward to going to work every day. David had a reputation for being tough but fair. His work ethic and ability to “get the job done” earned him the respect of his peers. Affectionately known as “Moose”, he made many lifelong friendships in his years at the Corps and received many honors.
David and Jean worked hard to provide a wonderful home and a good education for their four children. Weekends were spent with his family, either playing sports or taking long rides in the country. He always put his family first. His commitment to his family extended to providing for his parents and Jean’s parents in their final years. He loved watching classic westerns and Auburn football.
After over 30 years, David retired and rarely missed a Saturday of flea markets and garage sales, always looking for a bargain.
In 2003, he lost his dear wife Jean to cancer. He was very lonely and took her passing especially hard. Luckily, he soon reconnected with and married his high school sweetheart, Noll.
They shared his remaining years eating out with friends, caring for his “sweetie dog” Cosmo, and making lasting memories with his children and grandchildren. Generous may best describe David, a man of his word, strong, honest and very funny. Anything done for him was always repaid twofold.
In his declining years, he never missed an opportunity to express how proud and thankful he was for his family. He demonstrated such grace, humility and toughness that will forever be remembered by those who loved him. His sense of humor will be greatly missed and he will live on in the hearts of his loving family.
He was preceded in death by his parents and first wife, Jean Barnard Cassady.
Laughlin Funeral Home assisting.
Information edited for privacy.
David Cyrus Cassady, Jr., 81, of Huntsville, passed away Saturday. David had an uncanny ability to recall details of his youth and shared many stories of growing up. He learned very early the value of hard work as he and his brother worked with his father in the construction business. He excelled in several sports and was awarded more badges than any Eagle Scout in the state of Alabama at that time.
He met and married Jean Barnard while attending Auburn University. After graduating in 1956 with a degree in Building Science, he took a job with the Army Corps of Engineers. He also served in the Army Reserves for several years. He was passionate about his career as a civil engineer and claimed to look forward to going to work every day. David had a reputation for being tough but fair. His work ethic and ability to “get the job done” earned him the respect of his peers. Affectionately known as “Moose”, he made many lifelong friendships in his years at the Corps and received many honors.
David and Jean worked hard to provide a wonderful home and a good education for their four children. Weekends were spent with his family, either playing sports or taking long rides in the country. He always put his family first. His commitment to his family extended to providing for his parents and Jean’s parents in their final years. He loved watching classic westerns and Auburn football.
After over 30 years, David retired and rarely missed a Saturday of flea markets and garage sales, always looking for a bargain.
In 2003, he lost his dear wife Jean to cancer. He was very lonely and took her passing especially hard. Luckily, he soon reconnected with and married his high school sweetheart, Noll.
They shared his remaining years eating out with friends, caring for his “sweetie dog” Cosmo, and making lasting memories with his children and grandchildren. Generous may best describe David, a man of his word, strong, honest and very funny. Anything done for him was always repaid twofold.
In his declining years, he never missed an opportunity to express how proud and thankful he was for his family. He demonstrated such grace, humility and toughness that will forever be remembered by those who loved him. His sense of humor will be greatly missed and he will live on in the hearts of his loving family.
He was preceded in death by his parents and first wife, Jean Barnard Cassady.
Laughlin Funeral Home assisting.
Information edited for privacy.
He met and married Jean Barnard while attending Auburn University. After graduating in 1956 with a degree in Building Science, he took a job with the Army Corps of Engineers. He also served in the Army Reserves for several years. He was passionate about his career as a civil engineer and claimed to look forward to going to work every day. David had a reputation for being tough but fair. His work ethic and ability to “get the job done” earned him the respect of his peers. Affectionately known as “Moose”, he made many lifelong friendships in his years at the Corps and received many honors.
David and Jean worked hard to provide a wonderful home and a good education for their four children. Weekends were spent with his family, either playing sports or taking long rides in the country. He always put his family first. His commitment to his family extended to providing for his parents and Jean’s parents in their final years. He loved watching classic westerns and Auburn football.
After over 30 years, David retired and rarely missed a Saturday of flea markets and garage sales, always looking for a bargain.
In 2003, he lost his dear wife Jean to cancer. He was very lonely and took her passing especially hard. Luckily, he soon reconnected with and married his high school sweetheart, Noll.
They shared his remaining years eating out with friends, caring for his “sweetie dog” Cosmo, and making lasting memories with his children and grandchildren. Generous may best describe David, a man of his word, strong, honest and very funny. Anything done for him was always repaid twofold.
In his declining years, he never missed an opportunity to express how proud and thankful he was for his family. He demonstrated such grace, humility and toughness that will forever be remembered by those who loved him. His sense of humor will be greatly missed and he will live on in the hearts of his loving family.
He was preceded in death by his parents and first wife, Jean Barnard Cassady.
Laughlin Funeral Home assisting.
Information edited for privacy.
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