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CASSIDY: Alton of Lucan *Updated

May 17, 2025 By Haskett Funeral Home 18 Condolences

CASSIDY: Alton of Lucan *Updated

Passed away peacefully at Jessica’s House Hospice, Exeter on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at the age of 87. Loving husband of Shirley (Shepherd) Cassidy for 60 years. Cherished father of Tim and Isabel Cassidy, and Cindy and Sam Cook. Adored popa of Matthew, Mark, Thomas; Sarah, and Hannah. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Melbourne and June Cassidy, Sandra Jennings, Cheryl Cassidy, Murray and Marg Shepherd, Douglas Shepherd, Bev and Mike Ault, and Joan and Allen Larmour. Fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brother, Garry Cassidy, siblings-in-law, Ardith and George Onland, Glendon Jennings, Mac Shepherd, and Gord Shepherd.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at the Morrisburg Legion, 10 Legion Street, MORRISBURG on Sunday, June 15th from 1 to 4 PM.

Donations to Jessica’s House in Alton’s memory would be appreciated by the family.

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  1. Julie and Allen Rollings

    May 29, 2025 at 5:31 PM

    Tim, Isabel, and family,

    Sorry to hear about the loss of your father and grandfather.

    You’re in our prayers.

  2. Sue Heffernan

    May 29, 2025 at 11:17 AM

    Shirley, Tim & Isabel and all the Cassidy family. I’m very sorry for your loss of Alton. I got to know him over the last few years cutting his hair. My Thoughts & Prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
    Sue Heffernan

  3. Bill & Sue Haskett

    May 28, 2025 at 9:13 AM

    Sorry for your loss Butch. We are thinking of you and Isabel and your own family, your Mother and all extended family.

  4. Paul McTaggart

    May 25, 2025 at 2:16 PM

    Our family had some good times with Tooner and Shirley up in Iroquois…will never forget…Our condolences to the Cassidy family…may Alton rest in peace
    Paul and Terry McTaggart
    Dustin McTaggart and Meghan Doyle

  5. Joe Santos

    May 25, 2025 at 10:10 AM

    Shirley, Tim & Isabel and Cindy & Sam and family, my deepest condolences on the passing of Alton,
    he will be sadly missed by his family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with at this difficult time.
    May he Rest in Peace.

  6. Steve Gould

    May 23, 2025 at 11:35 AM

    Sending our condolences to the entire Cassidy family.
    Steve & Trish Gould

  7. Julie and Jake Coulter

    May 22, 2025 at 9:07 PM

    Tim, Isabel and family,
    Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.
    Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time

  8. Ken & Jane Rollings

    May 22, 2025 at 8:22 PM

    Tim , Isabel and Family
    Sorry for your loss , Thinking of you guys

  9. Linda Wilkinson

    May 22, 2025 at 10:10 AM

    Shirley & Family-

    My sincere condolences on the loss of Alton.

    Thinking of you,

    Linda Wilkinson

  10. Julie & Bob Grant

    May 21, 2025 at 11:52 AM

    Tim, Isabel and family.

    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Think of you all during this difficult time. ❤️

  11. Anne Cooper

    May 21, 2025 at 8:07 AM

    Dear Tim, Isabel and family,

    I am sorry to hear about your dad.
    Thinking of you guys ❤️

    Jay and Anne

  12. Rick Heywood

    May 20, 2025 at 6:14 PM

    Tim, Isabel and family,

    Our condolences on your loss and may you find comfort in the many memoires over the years. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this challenging time.

    Rick and Renee

  13. The Genttner Family

    May 20, 2025 at 8:29 AM

    Tim and Isabel and family,

    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories give you peace at this difficult time.

  14. Glen and Lorraine Adams

    May 20, 2025 at 7:30 AM

    Shirley, Tim and Cindy, so sad to hear of Alton’s passing.
    Gary across the road keeps us updated on all the news.
    Many good memerioes on Maple Ave. Iroquois.
    Love and prayers to your famlies!

  15. Rod and Tara Johnston

    May 19, 2025 at 10:45 PM

    Tim, Isabel and family
    So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad and grandpa. He will always have a special place in your heart.

  16. Dale & Linda Froats

    May 19, 2025 at 10:38 AM

    Tim, Isabel and family,
    We are so sorry to hear of your loss of your father. May your memories give you peace at this time.

  17. Angela and Randy Regier

    May 18, 2025 at 11:34 AM

    Shirley, Tim and Isabel and Cindy and Sam and family

    So sorry to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  18. Joanne

    May 17, 2025 at 6:45 PM

    I’m so very sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace

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