Elmer Michael Casey Jr.
September 6, 1943 - June 2, 2021
Obituary
Colonel (Ret.) Elmer Michael (Mike) Casey, Jr. MD, age 77, died on Wednesday June 2 at Madigan Army Hospital as a result of complications due to COVID-19.
Beloved husband of 45 years to Linda E. Casey, devoted brother of Laurette Alkidas of Rochester Hills, MI, James Casey of Tacoma, WA and David Casey of Costa Rica; fond uncle of Laura, Alex, Marisa, Lianne, Kristy, Marina, Michael and David Lee.
Mike was born and raised in the Chicago, IL area and attended West Point Military Academy from 1964-1967 and served as a Signal Corps Officer in Vietnam (1967-1968). Upon returning from Vietnam, Mike attended Loyola School of Medicine College obtaining his MD in 1973. Mike also attended and graduated from the ICAF (Industrial College of Armed Force) in Washington DC in 1981.
Mike served in the US Army for over 30 years as a Flight Surgeon/Prevention Medicine Officer with more than 10 tours of duty including other roles such as Deputy Commander of Madigan Medical Center at Ft Lewis WA, Commander Womack Army Hospital Ft Bragg NC and 18th Medcom Commander, Seoul, South Korea.
During his Army career, Mike obtained numerous commendations including: Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, completion of US Army Ranger School training and Flight Surgeon for the US Army Silver Eagles.
Mike was a member of St. Theresa RC Church in Federal Way, WA as well as member/sponsor of the Seattle Theater and Music community and an avid Seattle Seahawks fan, being a seasoned ticket holder for >20 years.
Mike’s legacy of accomplishments and devotion to country, God and family will be missed by all that knew and served under him.
Mike will be remembered and his life celebrated in future commemorative services at St. Theresa RC Church in Federal Way, WA and Tahoma Military Cemetery in Kent, WA.
The family requests that memorial gifts be made in support of lymphoma research at UW Medicine. Checks should be made payable to the “UW Foundation-Lymphoma Program” and mailed to: UW Foundation, Box 359505, Seattle, WA 98195. Please indicate that the gift is in memory of Dr. Mike Casey or you may make a gift online at https://online.gifts.washington.edu/peer2peer/campaign/lymphoma-research.”
So sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. Worked with him in Preventive Medicine at MAMC while he was I Corps Surgeon and Commander at MAMC.
such a loss to his family, and the Madigan family
He was a great friend to my husband, Bill Carroll and myself for many years. Mike will be truly missed.
We were shocked and saddened to learn that Mike has left us much too soon. He was a distinctly outstanding military officer, superb physician, loving husband and a wonderful friend. May he rest in peace!
Love Mike and Linda! And love the entire family. What a loss. Mike and Linda are always so loving and generous.
Our hearts are sad for your loss. Mike was an amazing man and most certainly has left a hole in your hearts. Hugs and prayers to each of you.
I’ll always love you and never forget our times together
Stephen White
I use to greet with Mike and Linda at St. Theresa. He will be missed by all. I will ask Joan of Arc, my patron Saint, to intercede on his safe journey to heaven.
Mike was a great mentor and role model for all of us. He was a great American. Linda is a beautiful person and dear friend who warms everyone’s hearts. All blessings to both.
I am so sorry to hear that Mike has passed away. He was a wonderful Army Officer. I enjoyed serving with him and enjoyed friendship with both Mike and Linda. Very sad news!
Dr. Casey will be truly missed. Such a great man with such a BIG heart always quick to give his time and what great stories he had. I will miss you Dr. Casey!!!
Linda you will be in my prayers. God Bless
Dear Linda, I am truly sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Ellen Odd
A truly amazing man who I admire, respect and love. It was an honor to have shared time with him and by the grace of God I hope to meet again in our Fathers home. Mike, may you Rest In Peace.
I am so sorry for this sad news. I know he will be missed by many who knew him. My prayers go to his family and friends.
My heart is heavy with the news. COL Mike Casey will always be in my heart. Great leader and great American. Praying for peace and comfort to Linda and family
COL Casey was my Cdr in Korea, and I worked with his wife Linda. He was the best Cdr ever! Such a great personality. Mrs. Casey I’m so sorry for your loss. I know he was your best friend. You two looked great together ❤
I’m sorry to hear about the loss of COL Casey. He was my Commander in Korea and he was a true leader. God has called His Soldier home to rest and though he will be missed find comfort in knowing he lived a life of love and service. Linda you and your family will be in my prayers. A beautiful soul is with the Lord.
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I worked with him and you Linda in Bad Kreuznach when he was the flight surgeon and you were one of my nurses in the clinic.
I work for Colonel Casey when he was the commander in Honduras. Great American, OK sorry to see the obituary.