Cass, Robert E. 1941-2024

CASS, STRAND, MODLIN, WILLIAMS, WILKENING, FIFER

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Date: 7/26/2024 at 13:46:57

Robert E. Cass
1941 - 2024

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Robert E. Cass, the son of Robert Tracy and Arlene (Strand) Cass, was born June 10, 1941, in Newton, Iowa. He graduated from the Newton Senior High School, with the class of 1959.

On May 29, 1964, Robert was united in marriage with Judy Mae Modlin. Robert worked for the Maytag Company in Newton, Iowa for 30 years, retiring in 1999 as supervisor in Die Cast. Following his retirement, he went to work for the Newton School District and drove a school bus from 2001-2020. Bob served in the Iowa National Guard. He enjoyed his many pets, having a soft spot for his cats. He also enjoyed collecting knives and admiring old cars.

Robert died on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at his home in Newton. He was 83 years old. Bob was preceded in death by his parents; a son William Tracy Cass in infancy and a sister, Linda Williams.

Those left to honor Robert's memory include his wife of 60 years, Judy; his children, Curtis (Rhonda) Cass, Amy Wilkening and Sara (Cameron) Fifer; his grandchildren, Zachary Cass, Drake Fifer and Delaney Fifer; his brother, David (Kathy) Cass and his brother-in-law, Ron Williams.

A visitation with the family will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at the Pence ~ Reese Funeral Home in Newton. A private family graveside will be held at a later date. Memorials may be designated in Robert's name to the Des Moines Animal Rescue League, or they may be left in his name (Please make checks payable to Sara Fifer) and may be left at the Pence ~ Reese Funeral Home.

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VISITATION AT FUNERAL HOME
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
Pence ~ Reese Funeral Home & Cremation Services
310 N. 2nd Ave. E.
Newton, Iowa, United States
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