Dispute Over Casey Kasem's Burial and Legacy Continues in Court

The ongoing legal battle surrounding the late radio personality Casey Kasem has taken a new turn as his widow and children seek to dismiss a wrongful death lawsuit filed against her. The lawsuit, initiated by three of Kasem's children and his brother, alleges that his widow's neglect and physical abuse contributed to his death. In response, she has filed a countersuit, accusing the plaintiffs of elder abuse and emotional distress, claiming they restricted access to Kasem before his passing. The case has revealed deep family divisions, with accusations flying between the Kasem sisters and their stepmother, Jean. Jean, who was married to Casey for 34 years, contends that the sisters have engaged in a systematic pattern of abuse, even involving local authorities in Washington State to further their claims. She asserts that the allegations against her are unfounded and that the sisters manipulated the legal system to gain control over Casey's care. Amidst the legal turmoil, Kerri Kasem, one of Casey's daughters, expressed her emotional turmoil regarding her father's burial location. She revealed that her father's final wish was to be interred in California, where he had lived for nearly six decades. Instead, he is buried in a location that she feels he did not desire, leading to feelings of sadness and frustration. Despite the family conflict, Kerri remains resolute in her belief that her father is with her in spirit, finding solace in the signs she perceives from him, particularly on significant days like Father's Day.