TRIBUTE

This is a tribute page to Casey Bauer Wheat
Oct 13 1970 / May 28 2020
R.I.P.

We'd love to hear a short message about Casey in the comments below.

Thank you,
~ The Wheat Family

⚡ Forever Wheaty ⚡

It’s hard for all us to imagine our lives without Casey. He touched each and every one of us in his own special way. Casey was a connector and his friendships ran deep and wide. Those of us fortunate enough to have spent time with him will always share that special bond. When blessed with his presence there was always a feeling that hit you deep inside your heart and soul.

I think we can all agree Casey was one of a kind and bigger than life. His smile. His style, in and out of the water was effortless and confident. His deep love and connection with music. Always dancing to the beat of his own drum. His wisdom and knowledge of the world and love for culture. His compassion for everyone. His mad fashion was next level. Only Casey could rock plaid pants, pink Adidas, a satin bomber jacket and his signature hat … tilted just his way. His walk and swagger could be spotted a block away. His signature whistle always got you pumped when hearing it in the line-up on an epic day. His wit and humor. His passion for surfing. Teaching kids and people from all over the world how to surf. That genuine connection he made with everyone that crossed his path. No one made you feel more loved. Even meeting someone for the first time he radiated energy that felt as if he knew them a lifetime. He had an aura about him that was angelic and powerful. Everyone was family.


His passion for life will carry on through all our beautiful memories we each share of him. The days ahead will feel empty and challenging for us all, but deep down we all know Casey will be by our side and he would want us to keep our heads up, always be positive, and love each other. God Bless ~ Scooter

– Forever Wheatie

Please post a short story about Casey below. Each comment will be moderated, so please keep that in mind when writing your personal story, and don’t forget to edit your text b4 you hit submit. Thanks!

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  • Dana Gough-Falcone
    September 24, 2020 - 7:36 pm · Reply

    My dear friend, I remember growing up with you Smith, Dwyer and HBHS. All our fun parties, school dances, get togethers, beach days, bike rides, skateboarding etc etc. I will hold all my memories tight and close to my heart forever. There are way too many to type. Everytime I saw you, you made my day better with your kind loving energy. You are one of the best people I will ever have had the privilege to know. I love you Casey and will miss you always. RIP 💔

  • Cathy W.
    September 25, 2020 - 12:45 am · Reply

    One of my many favorite memories of Casey was the year the song “Rapture” by Blondie came out.(1981) He loved that song and would sing the song word for word. We sat together at school and he taught me the rapping part. He would stand up and dance like the guy in the video. He cracked me up. Casey and I went to Kindergarten together and have known each other pretty much all of our lives. I always thought I was a cool chick knowing the “surfer” Casey Wheat ! I love you and miss you FOREVER my life long friend !!I will truly cherish all of my memories of you and every time I hear “Rapture” I will dance just like you did !

  • Deena Gough-Sinclair
    September 25, 2020 - 4:18 am · Reply

    We grew up together. Went to all the HB schools, Smith, Dwyer, HBHS. Casey was always a good friend to me. Casey had a big heart, a unique style, and will be missed so very much. I’m so happy I’m one of the lucky ones to have known him.

  • John Naimo
    September 25, 2020 - 4:24 am · Reply

    Casey’s stoke always so infectious!!! When I made a return to surfing after a mid life hiatus, Casey’s stoke was a huge inspiration for me. For surfing. For life. For walking through adversity and shining light from it. Casey’s stoke still lives in me and in those he encountered and loved 🤙🏽🤙🏾🤙 RIP Wheat Dogg!!!

  • Scott Mirtle
    September 25, 2020 - 6:08 am · Reply

    Wheat! What an incredible soul that dude had. Casey and I met in high school. And like so many of you, there’s a lot of great memories hanging out, surfing and just having fun. One of my favorite memories though was when Wheat wanted to nab his report card out of the mailbox before anyone saw it. At the time he was living with his grandparents on old Lake Street. The plan was to leave school at lunch. Pretty sure it was Patch, Apes, Wheat, myself and it seams like someone else too. We’re talking over 30 years ago so who knows. Anyways…
    We pulled up slowly to his grandparents house right at the curve of Lake Street, Wheat got out closing the door gently, quietly. He moved like a cat, stealth like up the path to the front porch. The mailbox hung on the wall next to the door. He slowly reached in and pulled out his report card. With a big grin, holding it out like a winning ticket, he quickly tiptoed back towards the car. He neared the car, excited with the silliest grin of victory. As he reached for the door I took off honking the horn. Just fast enough to stay in front of him. His eyes were huge with the most panicked look. It was fricken classic. Hero to zero in a flash! Arms and legs flailing as he ran and loud whispering his plea for me to stop because he didn’t want to yell and make more noise. Of course I finally let him in as we roared with laughter.
    Wheat always made me smile. He was kind, talented, fun and just a great dude. He embodied what a surfer is and graced this world with his stoke. Thank you Wheat for being you. I love and miss you ❤