Catherine Joy Cila, known as “Casey”, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024 in Savannah, GA. She was 61 years old.
Casey was born on February 17, 1963 in Rockhill, South Carolina to parents Sebastian and Joy Eileen Cila. She graduated high school in Adams-Friendship, WI in 1981 and spent many years as a waitress in the area before starting a family. Casey had a creative spirit and liked to do things her own way, often putting her own personal twist on family recipes and traditions. Casey enjoyed gardening, especially when that meant eating fresh vegetables straight off the vine. In recent years, Casey took great delight in the Magnolia tree in her front yard. She loved her children Marlee and Lucas “to the moon and back”, as she would say. Casey had many beloved pets throughout her life – cats, dogs, rabbits, most notably, her little Yorkshire Terriers, “Bella” and “Guido”. Casey was not afraid to be herself; she had been known to break out into song or dance regardless of who was watching.
Casey is preceded in death by both of her parents.
Casey is survived by her two children, Marlee (Beckwith) Burrison and Lucas Beckwith; her siblings Anthony, Jeffrey, Eric, Laura, Michelle, and Virginia; and many beloved nieces and nephews that she absolutely adored.
Services will be held at a later time in Wisconsin.
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Coy
I am speechless. Loved Casey and feel bad that we never reconnected after high school. She was a joy to be around.
to the Cila’s and Nichols – I am so sorry and pray that God helps you get through this with His comfort. I look forward to seeing her again when it’s my turn.
Scott Baumgart
To Casey’s family. Prayers and condolences. I’m glad Casey and I reconnected in the past few years. Her departing words were always kind and caring.
Jackie Marti
I have so many fun memories of her and I. RIP Casey you will be missed. My deepest condolences and huge hugs to the Cila and Nichols family, her children, and her pets. She had a big heart.
Belinda Newsom
I too am saddened and surprised to hear this news. It sounds as though she had a good life and that’s what it’s all about. Rest in Peace Casey. See you on the other side. God bless the family and ease their pain.
Brenda Anderson-Yesse
Eric and family, I’m very sorry for your loss. Casey and I recently reconnected and I very much enjoyed catching up with her. Rest In Peace pretty woman. May the Lord be with you and your family.
Robert Warren
So sad to read this news about sweet little Casey. So many wonderful memories come flooding back of our days growing up carefree in Adams – Friendship. Rest in peace my friend, you finally have your own set of WINGS – (not by Linda J. Barnes). IYKYK.
Julie and Bob Goodhue
Our sincere sympathy to the Cila family.
Dennis Bubla
Oh my not Casey. Oh my. Rest in peace my dear friend. Sadness.
Fred Toth
My condolences to the family 🙏 I was very shocked to hear this as we talked just a few weeks ago. She will be missed by many.
Marshall Bjorge
I didn’t have the pleasure of knowing her but I send my condolences and prayers to Jeff and the rest of her family.
Shari (Laudert) Mock
My deepest sympathy to Casey’s family and friends. May GOD bless you with peace and comfort during these days ahead and loving memories to hold in your hearts. I will always remember Casey’s big smile and laugh.
Randall K
To my Cila family, may your prayers and faith carry you through the loss of Casey and I pray she has found peace and comfort! Bless you🙏
Laura A Selenske Kaul
Jeff, I am so very sorry for you and your families loss. Such a hard time losing a loved one during the holidays.
May your Faith give you some peace during these difficult times. I will keep you and your families in my prayers.
Julie Schanen
I’m so sorry to hear this. I always had fun with Casey! My thoughts and prayers are with family and friends during this difficult time. My she rest in peace.
Lori Ward
Sorry to hear of Casey’s passing. My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Marie Danowski
I remember Casey with so much Joy! She was fun loving and very outgoing I was several years older than her but she was still a bright star! RIP sweet Casey!
Holly Nieman
So sorry to hear this prayers to all Casey’s family it’s never easy losing a loved one
Bonnie Erdmann Schultz
My heart is sick… Casey and I reconnected on FB a few years ago and sure have loved catching up with her. Yes, she loved her family, pets, plants and her beautiful Magnolia tree.
My heartfelt condolences to her family and all the people that were lucky enough to to have their paths crossed hers 💔
Rest in peace my beautiful friend
Jeannene
I’m so sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you all.
Love you
Ronald Bartley
My deepest condolences to the Cila Family, and to Eric and Jeff. I feel your pain. She was a joy to be acquainted with. All my prayers and sympathy.
Michael T Clark
I am so sorry for your family’s loss…..rest easy now……rest.
Sandy baker
Rip Casey such a sweet lady in school you will be missed by many
Linda(Chaffee) Donley
Sorry to hear. My condolences to the family:
Tammy Enders
My deepest condolences to the family. Casey was always a beautiful person, great smile and fun to be around.
Kim (Sorensen) Bezemek
So many memories of that big smile when I look at that picture. Always fun to be around. Condolences to all.
Bev and Matt Morrow
Wrapping the Cila family in love when there are no words. Deepest condolences.