Rhea Dawn (Meyer) Cassidy

" If there ever comes a day where we can't be together keep me in your heart I'll stay there forever"

- Winnie The Pooh

On the evening of July 8, 2024 at 11: 36p.m Rhea Dawn Cassidy (Meyer), aged 56, entered into eternal rest at Majestic Care Nursing Facility located in Bedford Indiana.

Born in Paoli, Indiana, she spent her life nurturing a loving family.

She was a wonderful mother who was always there when her sons needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, and love in abundance. A friend to many, she was cherished by all who knew her.

Rhea dedicated her life to her home and family as a homemaker, a role she embraced with love and pride. She found joy in keeping a tidy home.  She loved to prepare delicious meals for her family.

She was an active member of the Eastview Baptist Church in Paoli, where she participated in various community and religious activities.

Known for her vibrant and outgoing personality, Rhea enjoyed a wide range of activities. She was an avid fan of fishing, camping, and playing cards. Her love for dancing and music was evident at many family gatherings and holiday parties. Rhea also cherished quiet moments, often found reading her Bible with a Pepsi in hand, or watching her favorite TV shows, including "Law and Order," "Murder She Wrote," and "Perry Mason." She had a passion for journaling and coloring, always picking up new markers on her trips to Walmart. When she wasn't purchasing markers, she would fill her cart with candles and wax melts. She loved collecting unicorns and real-life baby dolls, often picking up baby clothes at yard sales and flea markets.

She attended Paoli Community Schools and remained deeply connected to her roots and community throughout her life. Rhea-Dawn was a pillar in her church community, regularly attending services at Eastview Baptist Church where her memorial service will be held.

Rhea is survived by:

Fiancé: Dennis Martin of Hardinsburg, IN.

Sons: Jonathon Charles Holmes (Sabrina) of French Lick, IN, and Michael Joseph Holmes of Orleans, IN.

Brothers-in-law: Donnie of Paoli, IN; Robert Cassidy and Sammy Serria Cassidy of French Lick IN.

Siblings: Michael Wayne Meyer (Kathy) of Mitchell, IN, Mary Ellen Scott of Paoli, IN, Karen Hobson (Robert) of Tennessee, and her bonus sisters, Kimberly Scott of Paoli IN and Barbara Mossen of Hardinsburg, IN.

Rhea was also a cherished Aunt and Great Aunt to several nieces, and nephews.

She was also a loving grandmother to Sarah.

Her service dog, Princess, was a beloved companion.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Harry Meyer and Nancy Jo Meyer; her sister, Kathy Jo Mills; her brother, Darren Lee Meyer; and several beloved aunts and uncles as well as beloved family members and friends.

Dillman-Scott Funeral Home is overseeing arrangements. Cremation was chosen, with memorial service to be held at Eastview Baptist Church- Paoli on Sunday July 21st at 6 pm. Greg Strother will be officiating. Visitation will be held from 4pm-6pm at the church.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to Orange County Humane Society or Eastview Baptist Church Paoli Blessing Box.