Monday, July 9, 2018

Rev. Thomas J. Cassidy

November 26, 1933 - July 9, 2018

Reverend Thomas J. Cassidy of Hemet, California passed away at the age of 84 years old on July 9, 2018.  Rev. Tom Cassidy was born November 26, 1933 in Bozeman, Montana.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years Annette C. Cassidy and his sister Sr. Judine Cassidy.  Tom Cassidy is survived by his stepchildren Sue (Solomon) Kanoho, Mike Chisholm, John (fiancĂ© Naomi Taniguchi) Chisholm, Greg (Karin) Cassidy, grandchildren Justin Kanoho, Brittaney Chisholm, Emma and Zoe Chisholm, Brianne and Bridget Cassidy, brothers Bob Cassidy, Jim Cassidy and sister-in-law Cathy (Bill) Coulson-Keegan, along with numerous nephews and nieces.

Tom and Annette Cassidy lived in Laguna Beach, CA for 16 years before moving to Poipu, Kauai, HI for the next 16 years.  Tom bought Aunty Lilikoi Jelly & Mustard and grew the business while on Kauai.  Tom sold Aunty Lilikoi to Lori & Tony Cardenas who took the company to award winning status making Tom extremely proud.  Rev. Cassidy was a minister for many weddings held on Kauai, as well as spent time as an interim pastor at Koloa Union Church from 1994-1995 and 1997-1999.  Tom and Annette moved to California and lived their last 16 years near family in Menifee, CA.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm at Poipu Beach Park Pavilion, Kauai, HI.

Inland Memorial Harford Chapel in Hemet, CA assisted the family with arrangements.