Official Obituary of
Cassandra "Cassie" Beasley
June 10, 1995 ~ November 20, 2024 (age 29) 29 Years Old
Cassandra Beasley Obituary
Cassandra "Cassie" Beasley Obituary Cassandra "Cassie" Nicole Beasley, age 29, of Herrin, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.
She was born Saturday, June 10, 1995, in Carbondale, Illinois, a daughter of Dana Lynn (Orr) Westbrook and William Nelson Smith II. She married Michael Allen Beasley in Herrin on April 23, 2022.
She is survived by her husband- Michael Allen Beasley of Herrin, step-children- Kyson and Kalani Beasley of Herrin, mother- Dana Lynn (Orr) Westbrook of Cambria, father- William Nelson Smith II of Herrin, sister- Crystal Saiebilski of Hurst, sister- Caitlyn Smith of Herrin, niece- Taylor (Logan) Stauffer of Murphysboro, nephew- Hunter Saiebilski of North Carolina, nephew- Rigdon Saiebilski of North Carolina, great niece- Brooke Stauffer of Murphysboro, her beloved cats- Tiny, Beans, and Krunchy, and a host of many friends who loved her dearly.
Cassie's vibrant spirit and compassionate heart left an indelible mark on everyone she touched. She loved expressing herself through painting and crafts, spreading joy and color wherever she went. Her green thumb nurtured not only her beloved plants and succulents but also the lives of those around her. Cassie's kindness knew no bounds; she'd often collect and donate blankets to local shelters, ensuring warmth and comfort for those in need. With a heart full of humor, Cassie had a gift for making people laugh with her goofy antics. Yet, beneath her playful exterior lay a deeply caring individual who'd go the extra mile to help others - even setting up UNICEF donation boxes on Halloween. Cassie's beautiful spirit, creativity, and generosity inspired many. She will be deeply missed, but her legacy of kindness, compassion, and joy will live on.
A time of visitation will be held Wednesday, November 27, 2024, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home, located at 201 S. 13th Street; Herrin, IL.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, 1:00 PM at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home with Rev. Don Colson officiating. Burial will follow at Herrin City Cemetery.
If so inclined, memorial donations may be made to Cassie's funeral care fund at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home, to help the family with Cassie's unexpected final expenses. To make an online donation, click the donation tab on Cassie's obituary page. All payments will go directly to the funeral home to help the family in their time of such loss. Donations may also be mailed to Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home; 201 S. 13th Street; Herrin, IL 62948.
Those wishing to honor Cassie's memory may bring a new or used blanket to the funeral home. These donations will be given to individuals in need this winter, continuing Cassie's legacy of kindness and compassion.
Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin is honored to have been called to serve the family. For more information, or to leave an online condolence for the family, we invite you to visit www.johnsonhughes.com or call 618-942-3102 for more information.
Services
Visitation
Wednesday
November 27, 2024
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home
201 South 13th Street
Herrin, IL 62948
Funeral
Wednesday
November 27, 2024
1:00 PM
Johnson-Hughes Funeral
Home
201 South 13th Street
Herrin, IL 62948
She was born Saturday, June 10, 1995, in Carbondale, Illinois, a daughter of Dana Lynn (Orr) Westbrook and William Nelson Smith II. She married Michael Allen Beasley in Herrin on April 23, 2022.
She is survived by her husband- Michael Allen Beasley of Herrin, step-children- Kyson and Kalani Beasley of Herrin, mother- Dana Lynn (Orr) Westbrook of Cambria, father- William Nelson Smith II of Herrin, sister- Crystal Saiebilski of Hurst, sister- Caitlyn Smith of Herrin, niece- Taylor (Logan) Stauffer of Murphysboro, nephew- Hunter Saiebilski of North Carolina, nephew- Rigdon Saiebilski of North Carolina, great niece- Brooke Stauffer of Murphysboro, her beloved cats- Tiny, Beans, and Krunchy, and a host of many friends who loved her dearly.
Cassie's vibrant spirit and compassionate heart left an indelible mark on everyone she touched. She loved expressing herself through painting and crafts, spreading joy and color wherever she went. Her green thumb nurtured not only her beloved plants and succulents but also the lives of those around her. Cassie's kindness knew no bounds; she'd often collect and donate blankets to local shelters, ensuring warmth and comfort for those in need. With a heart full of humor, Cassie had a gift for making people laugh with her goofy antics. Yet, beneath her playful exterior lay a deeply caring individual who'd go the extra mile to help others - even setting up UNICEF donation boxes on Halloween. Cassie's beautiful spirit, creativity, and generosity inspired many. She will be deeply missed, but her legacy of kindness, compassion, and joy will live on.
A time of visitation will be held Wednesday, November 27, 2024, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home, located at 201 S. 13th Street; Herrin, IL.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, 1:00 PM at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home with Rev. Don Colson officiating. Burial will follow at Herrin City Cemetery.
If so inclined, memorial donations may be made to Cassie's funeral care fund at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home, to help the family with Cassie's unexpected final expenses. To make an online donation, click the donation tab on Cassie's obituary page. All payments will go directly to the funeral home to help the family in their time of such loss. Donations may also be mailed to Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home; 201 S. 13th Street; Herrin, IL 62948.
Those wishing to honor Cassie's memory may bring a new or used blanket to the funeral home. These donations will be given to individuals in need this winter, continuing Cassie's legacy of kindness and compassion.
Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin is honored to have been called to serve the family. For more information, or to leave an online condolence for the family, we invite you to visit www.johnsonhughes.com or call 618-942-3102 for more information.
Services
Visitation
Wednesday
November 27, 2024
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home
201 South 13th Street
Herrin, IL 62948
Funeral
Wednesday
November 27, 2024
1:00 PM
Johnson-Hughes Funeral
Home
201 South 13th Street
Herrin, IL 62948
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