Lorenzo Casey Jr.

OBITUARY

Mr. Lorenzo C. Casey, Jr. was born in Louisville, Kentucky, on December 19, 1950, to Lorenzo C. Casey, Sr. and Marilee Jones Casey. He was predeceased by his older brother, Morris Downs, Jr. and his parents. He is survived by his sisters, Joan Cox, Dr. Ayo Maria Casey Gooden (Dr. Warren), and Carmelita Z. Casey-Pierce (Anthony). Lorenzo is also survived by his children, daughter and caretaker, Stephanie Fitzpatrick, daughter, Simmone Jones (Roy) and sons, Devon Casey and Blake Casey.  He is survived by his grandson, Brandon, granddaughters, Alexis, Aliyah, Rosalyn, and Tillie.  He is also survived by his great-grandson, Ermias.  Lorenzo peacefully transitioned on November 27, 2024, at the age of 73.  

A talented musician, Lorenzo's passion for music was ignited at an early age, nurtured by his father, a drummer and a nightclub owner of the Chauffer’s Club in Louisville, Kentucky.  His family moved to Lorain when he was 2.  At the age of 11, he entered his first rock group with fellow schoolmates.  He began playing in talent shows, school dances and, occasionally, clubs.  In Lorain High School, Lorenzo played field drums for the band.  He soon developed an interest in the bass guitar and organ.  Due to his interest in electronics, he transferred in his junior year from Lorain High School to Admiral King High School.  While at Admiral King High School, he formed a group, Luos Soul, which appeared in numerous clubs in addition to playing as the opening group for Jeff Beck and the Yardbirds.  After graduation, Lorenzo traveled with Red Top and the Young Family for four (4) years.  Lorenzo mastered drums, bass guitar, and keyboards combined with vocals.  In 1972, Lorenzo played with The Versailles for one and a half years. After that, he played in many other bands such as Naturally Together, Victory Boulevard and Earthrise.  Lorenzo loved music!

Beyond his musical talents, Lorenzo was known for his unwavering work ethic, wonderful sense of humor, and boundless kindness towards others.  He was a devoted family man, who sincerely treasured, his children, extended family and friends.  Lorenzo relocated to Colorado in the 1990’s.  Lorenzo worked at AECOM/URS Energy and Construction until his retirement in 2016.  He did electrical, mechanical, structural, carpentry, and environmental management with new construction, maintenance, and nuclear decommissioning and demolition.   Lorenzo worked on high- risk assignments in hazardous materials/waste management, project management, health and safety compliance during construction, industrial/commercial insulation design, and safety compliance training.  Included in his work was sixteen (16) years of experience as a Certified Asbestos Abatement Specialist, Supervisor, Management Planner/Building Inspector, and Project Designer.  Although his employment required him to be away from home, he still joined various bands around the country.  Music was his passion!

Lorenzo C. Casey, Jr. will be deeply missed by all who knew him; his spirit will forever live on through his family and the music he so passionately shared. A celebration of his life will be held on Friday, December 6, 2024, at 11 AM at Carter Funeral Home, 3001 Elyria Avenue, Lorain, Ohio, 44055. Burial will be held at Resthaven, Avon Ohio, immediately following.

Though Lorenzo C Casey, Jr. has departed from this earth, his spirit and music will forever resonate in the hearts of those who loved him. Lorenzo will be genuinely missed but never forgotten.

Funeral Arrangements Entrusted to

Carter Funeral Homes Inc.

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