Rev. Samuel "Herbert" Cassells

Rev. Herb Cassells, beloved husband of the late Jean Cassells, entered into rest Friday, September 20, 2024, at the age of 93 in Neepawa, Manitoba. 

He was born January 30th, 1931, in Calgary, Alberta, to Samuel and Esther Cassells, who both predeceased him. Raised and schooled in the Vancouver area, Herb developed a passion for woodworking, which he actively pursued into his 80s. As a young man, he pursued university studies, primarily in the States, where he earned degrees in Theology and History. He married Tommye Jean Wade in 1956 and, with her support, went on to serve as pastor of several churches within the Baptist Union of Western Canada. He played a pivotal role in new construction or renovation of most of the churches he pastored. He was also active in camp ministry and church administration, serving on several denominational boards and in 1991 as President of the 
BUWC.

During his transition to retirement, and with the help of members of the Neepawa congregation, Herb built the only house he ever owned. Upon retirement, he was named Pastor Emeritus of Neepawa First Baptist Church and continued to assist in services, as well as assisting with the construction of a new church building. Herb is lovingly remembered by his Sisters: Dorothy Wiebe and Esther Anderson; Brother: David Cassells; Children: Bryan (Margaret), Rosemary (Gerald), John (Claudia), and Sharon; Grandchildren: Janelle (Tim), Mitchell (Tess), Lance (Madison), Chelsea (Rainer), Spencer (Kayla), Bryce (Charity), Samuel, Elise, Matthew; and Great-Grandchildren: Bent, Alec, Teal, Yehoshua, Adelaide, Asher; Several Nephews, Nieces and dear friends.

Burial and memorial services were held on Tuesday, October 1st, 2024, in Neepawa. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the donor's charity of choice. The family wishes to thank Dr. Wareham, the staff of both the Neepawa Health Care Centre and Country Meadows Personal Care Home for Herb's care and treatment in recent years.

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