of Marion, AR
July 24, 1954 - June 14, 2024
Pamela Joy Casper, 69 years old, of Marion, AR passed away peacefully in her home on June 14th.
Pamela Casper, the daughter of Rudolph Mabitt and Barbara Jean Mabbitt, loving wife of Timothy Casper and mother of Cody Casper passed away after her long battle with ALS. Pamela was born in Watseka, Il on July 24, 1954. She graduated from Sheldon High and went on to achieve a bachelors degree. She was named Miss Irquois County in 1976. After her pageant days were over, she got involved in her family business, which is now known as PBJ Happee Day Shows. After the passing of her mother, Barbara, Pam became the new owner and operator of PBJ alongside her husband, Timothy Casper. Pam and Tim wed on Sept 17th, 1983. They had their only child, a son, Cody Casper, born on April 8th 1984. Pam and Tim worked relentlessly over the next few decades expanding the family business. Pam was a past president of the Ladies Auxiliary of Hot Springs Showmens Assoc. Pam was also a member of Showmens League of America St louis Chapter and Chicago Chapter. She was a member of Greater Tampa Showmens Association and International Independents Showmens Assoc. She was a member of the OABA. She was a member of 1st United Methodist Church. Pamela loved to see the world, she took countless trips to explore all she could, her favorite will always be the beach. Pamela supported everyone around her and always made sure nobody went without. She knew no stranger and had welcoming arms for all. She was the true meaning of a showman. Pamela was a pillar of the community, always reaching out and helping out anywhere she could. Community and family were most important to her.
Pam was preceded in death by her Mother; father; younger sister, Jayne Peters and younger brother, Monte Mabbitt. She leaves behind her husband, Timothy Casper; Son, Cody Casper (Cayla Casper); grandchildren, Monroe and Wyatt; Nephew, Justin Peters; nieces, Jamie, Namoi and Sarai; along with many more relatives. Pamela Casper raised many children in her lifetime. She was also a strong role model to many of her employees at PBJ Happee Day Shows.
Visitation service will be held Sunday, June 30th from 5pm-8pm at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis, AR. Funeral service will be held Monday, July 1st at 10am at Roller-Citizen Funeral Home, followed by interment at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, AR.
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14 Condolence(s)
Betty Guiltner
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
I just learned about Pam, I knew her thru her brother Monte. Pam just effused joy always, it was such a pleasure to be around her. I always enjoyed seeing her when I would take my grandchildren to the rides. I am praying for all of you!!!
Betty Guiltner
Sarah M Traugh
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
John and I were so sorry to hear of Pam’s passing! She was a wonderful lady! Prayers for peace and comfort for the family
Sarah Doss and Sarah Rickert
Monday, July 1, 2024
We so enjoyed our years of working together. Pam’s expertise took our festivals to the next level and we will miss her dearly.
-Sarah Doss and Sarah Rickert.
Charles & Mary Spencer
Sunday, June 30, 2024
We were so sorry to hear of Pam’s death. Our sincere sympathy to her family. She was such a sweet and thoughtful person and always friendly each time we saw her. She will be missed by many and we will pray for her family . The Spencer Family
John Whitfield
Saturday, June 29, 2024
It was such a shock to learn of Pam's passing. I first met her in 1976 and always value her friendship. May she be at peace. She was an angel in life and is now one above.
Robert Hughey
Friday, June 28, 2024
Pam treated me like part of her family. She always let me hang out on her midway even if I didn't ride anything. My favorite ride was the "Rampage", kinda like a cross between a double Ferris wheel and a Zipper, so Pam gave me the nickname "Rampage".
Jeff Hopkins
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Rip Pam Sheldon Ram forever
Showmen's League- St. Louis
Monday, June 24, 2024
The amusement industry lost one of our finest. A true icon that we are all honored to call a friend.
Rest in Peace Pam on that golden midway-you certainly deserve it.
Ben Stewart
Monday, June 24, 2024
The Casper family is my second family and has been for many many years. There are not many women built like Pam! If you were ever around her you know! Pam was a mother, boss, friend and role model for so so many. I was blessed to have her in me and my family's life and know her legacy will live on and on through the Casper and PBJ family! I can hear her now saying the "show must go on!" Rest in Peace and Love in that big show in the sky. Thanks for all the love and support you have given Emily, Taylor, Brooklyn and myself over all these years and see you soon Honeybadger!
Denise Hall
Thursday, June 20, 2024
So sorry for your loss.Pam treated us like family.She loved everyone.She will be greatly missed .Pam and Tim welcome us when we went to there house.We had great times at there house..Praying for the family during the days ahead.Pam we will miss you always. Candie,Cody,Krista,Aiden and Brock,Carol Childers and Denise Hall
Jane Russell
Thursday, June 20, 2024
I always enjoyed working with Barbara and later Pam doing their ads for The Evening Times. All the way back to the early 1980's they believed in supporting our local paper. Pam always had a smile on her face and never met a stranger. She was kind to everyone no matter who they were. Our prayers are with your family.
Tony Moss - White County Fair
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Praying for and your family Tim
Betsy Brown
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
She was always nice to me and let me ride the rides with no problem because my ex works with them and I got to work with them too at one time and I will always count them as family she was had a smile on her face
Deana Stewart
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Our hearts are so saddened to learn of Pam's passing. Pam was always so kind, loving and supportive of our entire family. She will be deeply missed by all the Stewarts. May God give each of you peace and comfort in the days ahead. May you each always remember her wonderful loving legacy and keep making her proud. Love to all of you especially Tim as he has to continue on without his beautiful, precious soul mate.
Deana Stewart