Georgia Cassidy

Georgia Ann Cassidy passed away on November 7, 2020, at the age of 89. Georgia was born in Ashton, a small rural town in northwest Iowa.  She was the middle daughter of Leo and Marion Thom.  Although raised during a period of war and economic depression, Georgia always reflected on the good times she had as a child. She enjoyed playing with her two sisters, Betty and Bobby, and the neighbor kids down the road.  They would fish and go swimming in the sand pits at the edge of town.  At times, they would get into mischief by soaping windows and tipping over outhouses.

As a young adult, she acquired her strong work ethic by working in her parents’ supper club, “The Cedar Cabin.”  She would reminisce that during its heyday it was the “hotspot of Osceola County.”   People would come from all around the area to enjoy the good food, drink, music and dancing.  She would sheepishly giggle about her dad being a “Bootlegger.” Since Osceola was a dry county, he would go to Minnesota to get liquor for his club.

One night while working, Georgia met a young man, “Robert Cassidy” (Bob), from the neighboring town of Primghar, Iowa.  Georgia and Bob joined in wedlock in 1955 and were married for 62 years.  From this union they produced six children; five daughters and one son.  In 1962, Bob and Georgia relocated their family to Aurora, Colorado.  This became their home where they shared their lives, raised their children, made many good friends and created lasting memories.

In the early years, Georgia had the monumental task of raising six children.  She mothered with unconditional love, treasured her children and sacrificed many things for them. However, she was not above giving them a good bawling out, or a dose of healthy guilt to keep them on the straight and narrow.

As her children grew more independent, Georgia balanced family responsibilities and a career with the Aurora Public Schools. She retired in 1992.  During their retirement years, Georgia and Bob had the chance to travel.  She had time to explore many of her interests and talents. Whether her talents were natural or developed out of necessity, she was gifted in many ways; an accomplished seamstress, a skilled carpenter and an amazing cook. Georgia enjoyed going to garage sales and thrift stores. She had an uncanny knack of turning trash into treasure. She recycled, reused and refurbished before it was righteous, and she was a “picker” before it was popularized by TV. Georgia found pleasure in swimming with her gal friends, volunteer work and even politics.  Yet, most of all, she cherished celebrating and gathering with her family and many friends.  She was hospitable and welcomed all into her home.

In addition to her talents and more importantly, Georgia had many wonderful traits.  She was a kind soul, generous to a fault, a compassionate human being, realistic and truly altruistic.   She faced her challenges with dignity and was humble about her accomplishments.  Georgia will be sorely missed by all who knew her.  She will always be on our minds and forever in our hearts.  Rest in peace Dear Georgia, you’ve earned it.

Georgia is survived by her children Laura, Cheryl, Kevin, Maureen, Linda, Susanne, their spouses, thirteen grandchildren and five great grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her husband Bob, her sisters Betty and Bobby, and her parents Leo and Marion.

Georgia will be laid to rest with her husband, Bob, at Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, Colorado.  Due to the current health conditions, the family will plan a Celebration of life for Georgia in the near future.

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In lieu of flowers the family would prefer donation be made to the Food Bank of the Rockies.