A message from Steve Funk

"My very dearest, my Cassie, my bestest bestie, the Irish in my soul, the Yin to my Yang, the cream in my coffee, the sugar in my tea, the cherry on top of it all, has passed through the veil unexpectedly and left us all here wondering about the big question for which she now holds the answer.

"For those closest to her, in the spirit of love and memories, we thank you all for being bowlines that keep us from floating adrift. We so need your safe harbor and good company in our grief. We thank you all.

"At this time our family asks your assistance to cover the expenses in her passing, the dispensation of remains and for a public celebration gathering in May. All told we are asking your help to raise $6500.

"Hold your loved ones as close, even closer, close as you can, as our impermanence on this plane makes love and friendship the most valuable of all assets. You are a blessing to us."