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for Douglas Hassell
Edward Cahill
November 26, 2020
I knew Douglas when I was a child in Richmond Hill. He was always a really nice guy.
TIM AND EILEEN DEMARTIN
November 25, 2008
DEAR ANN,
WE ARE SO SORRY THAT WERE NOT HERE FOR DOUG'S FUNERAL. WE WERE IN SOUTH CAROLINA AND DID NOT LEARN OF HIS PASSING TIL 2008. WE WOULD HAVE BEEN THERE FOR HIM AS HE WAS THERE FOR ME. HE GAVE ME LIFE WHEN HE DONATED BLOOD FOR ME IN 2000. I NEVER FORGOT HIM AND ALWAYS GAVE HIM OUR BUSINESS. I ALWAYS ADMIRED HIM ,HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN. WE WILL NEVER FORGET HIM. THE DEMARTINS
Jennifer Barbaro
December 27, 2007
Dear Doug Jr. and Family,
I am deeply saddened to learn of the loss of your father. He was a great man. He was always kind and generous and a complete pleasure to deal with. I will miss not seeing his friendly face when I walk to into the shop and it was a total shock to learn of his passing this morning. My prayers and sympathy go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
Everett McCain
December 22, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Hassell Family, and the Hassell Auto-Body Family. I was shocked when I learned of Mr. Hassell's passing. He was always kind, friendly, and smiling whenever I would see him at the shop, and when he would pick me up, or drop me off. His loss is a big loss to the community, and to all who knew him.
Karen LoCasto
December 11, 2007
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Hassell family. We had the honor of meeting Mr. Hassell 3yrs ago at the Wm.Rall 5th grade car wash. We were so impressed by his kindness and generosity to our children & parents. May his memory bring you peace.... The LoCasto Family
Kathy Mello
December 10, 2007
It is with difficulty that I am able to accept the the news that Doug Sr. has passed on. I will always remember his teddy bear spirit, his sense of humor and bright smile, that sparkle in his eyes, and his gigantically generous heart. I am honored to have known him in this life and to have observed him as he blessed so many others. As his family, each of you exemplifies the love that he exhibted as well. It has been a great joy to share your admiration and caring for one another. This is a huge loss. May God grace you as you face the days ahead.
Sincerely
Kathy Mello
Scott Biggs
December 10, 2007
This morning I sat down at my desk and found some photos sitting out. I looked that the top photo and noticed it was Doug sitting in the front row smiling that big lovable smile. I wondered how we was and thought about him as I logged on to my emails to discover a notice of his passing. Coincidence perhaps, but I would like to think it was Doug's way of saying good bye. I will miss him so much it hurts!
My friend Doug was one of incredible integrity, and honor. He cared deeply, aobut everything he did. He was a rare individual that served as a beacon and bright light in a world of growing darkness. We will miss Doug in more ways than we can ever express.
Camille Eber
December 10, 2007
Doug Jr. and family,
We were saddened to read of your dad's passing in Sheila's newsletter. We met your dad only once or twice while with the Dewing Business Group. After reading the guest book entries it is clear what a special person your dad was to family, friends and community. We're very sorry for your loss and hope that you will find some peace through memories and photos. All our best to you and yours. - Camille Eber & John Yoswick and William Bray (Roth & Miller Autobody)
December 7, 2007
To the Hassell family,
Our prayers and thoughts go out to you at this time. We remember Dougs smile whenever we were at your shop.
The Catterson Family
Amityville, NY
Denis P. Murphy, Retired NYFD
December 7, 2007
May I extend to you my sincere sympathy at your loss. The news of Doug's passing is of great sorrow to me. Doug and I were in Proby school together in October 1966. I have fond memories of our times together. Doug was a nice guy always smiling and I am glad to have known him.
Ann Hassell
December 7, 2007
To the love of My Life,
From the time we met as kids I knew
you it was going to be a roller coaster ride. I hung in there and
you never stopped going. I am so going to miss you and so is Kelly and Dougie.Your grand children love and miss you already. Christmas and
every other holiday is going to be
hollow without you.Pop Pop is surely
going to be missed by Randy,James,Devon,Matthew,Finn,
Katie and Douglas111. Much Love From ME
xxxx oooo PS.Give Kimmy A big Hug and kiss from us all
Mellyssa Egan
December 6, 2007
I wish nothing more then to have been able to be there with you guys. Uncle Dougie will always be in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all!
Frank Sr. Turitto
December 5, 2007
Dear Mrs. Hassell & Family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Doug's passing. He was a wonderful person as well as a neighbor. When I moved out of state, he always looked after my daughter, Kelly for me whenever she had a problem with her car. I will surely miss seeing his smiling face when I'm in town, and stopping by the shop to say hello. May god bless him and Kimmy always. They are together now. I will surely miss him. God Bless all of you.
Love
Frank Turitto (Pop)
Doug, Ann, Doug Jr., and Randy Hassell in Las Vegas at an auto collision repair conference in 2005.
Sheila Loftus
December 5, 2007
I am profoundly sorry for your loss.
Doug was a cherished member of the auto collision repair community. He touched us all with his smile, sense of humor, generosity, compassion, and old-fashioned decency.
I am sure that Doug never met a stranger, as he was the easiest person in the world to talk to. He was a good listener, too. He never failed to ask me about my family members. I loved that about him.
I knew his family was the most important thing in the world to him. Your loss is immeasurable.
Nina Simon
December 5, 2007
To the Hassell Family-
The daily smiling faces on everyone at Hassell Autobody says it all.. Someone with such a kind soul eminates goodness in all that surrounds him. Our family wishes everyone who knew Doug Sr an easy recovery during this most difficult time.
Eric Saliba
December 5, 2007
To the Hassell family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your entire family. Doug was a fun loving and generous man.
God bless
Ed Kizenberger
December 5, 2007
Doug was simply a great man, I knew him on the professional level but that did not stop him from becoming my friend. At every turn in our relationship Doug would offer sincere advice with the only intention... to help me be a better person. As someone once said"Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, Champagne in one hand, body thoroughly used and broken up and screaming WOO HOO - What a Ride!"
To me that was my friend Doug Hassell.
Linda Amador
December 4, 2007
To The Hassell
I just want to tell you how wonderful Mr. Hassell was to me and my family he will alwasy have a place in my heart.
Linda,Anthony,Nick Amador
Paul Steinberg
December 4, 2007
Doug Remembered,
The old expression "He didn't have a bad bone in his body" only begins to describe the warmth, love and spirit of the Doug Hassell we were privileged to know and call a friend. The same remains steadfast in his entire extended family. Doug will always be remembered.
Paul & Suzanne Steinberg and family.
Dianne Penfold (Cahill)
December 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Edward May
December 4, 2007
To the Hassell Family,
Please accept our heart felt sympathy for your husband’s, fathers, and Pop pop’s passing. Mr. Hassell’s contributions and support to his community was unbounded, the Town of Babylon, West Babylon School District, along with the Boy Scouts of America has lost a true friend. The May family of Troop 175 of West Babylon would like to say thank you, and God Bless You Mr. Doug Hassell, and bless the Hassell family.
Lori Ann Milito
December 4, 2007
Dear Hassell Family,
My deepest sympathies are with your family today and always. I will always remember Mr. Hassell's smiling face always a happy man. He will be missed as a Husband,Dad,Brother and Pop Pop. He will be missed as a part of our West Babylon Family also. What a great man!!!!! God has welcomed him to Heaven with open arms. I'm sure he will be smiling down on us now and always.Keep him in your thoughts,prayers,hearts and minds always as I will. Dougie if you need anything please call on us. We will be here for you and your family in this hard time in your lives now and always. With deepest sadness we will say good bye for now to our West Babylon Hero and Great Man. We will meet again some day at Heaven Gate and he will be there to greet us with open arm and a smile on his face as God did for him. All our Love,Hugs,kisses and prayers to the Hassell Family May God Bless you all Now. With Love The Milito Family
Lori Ann,Ralph,Madison and Spencer
(John & Nancy Fink's Daughter)
Thomas Smith
December 3, 2007
Scouting has lost a great friend. When I would speak of Doug to others, they could not believe that such a man could exist. But I and my Pack know what a kind, generous man Doug was. They don't make many men like Doug anymore. He was a great example to myself, my family and my pack.
God Bless You Doug Hassel and may you sleep peacefully in the arms of the lord.
joe almeraris
December 3, 2007
i worked for doug in 1980, great guy, i was broke and down and out, he helped me get back on top ...doug is gone but never forgotten....god speed to you doug....joe
Edward J. Cahill Jr.
December 3, 2007
I was a neighbor of the Hassells in Richmond Hill. I knew Douglas when I was a kid. I remember him as being a really great guy. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.
JOHN RUSSO
December 3, 2007
OUR SINCEREST CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR LOSS. ALTHOUGH I ONLY MET DOUG A COUPLE OF TIMES, I REMEMBER HIM AS A WONDERFUL MAN AND A REAL ASSET TO THE COMMUNITY WHO WILL BE SORELY MISSED. HIS GENEROSITY WAS INDEED AN EXAMPLE FOR MY SON AND ALL THE BOY SCOUTS OF TROOP 104.
JANICE HOYT
December 3, 2007
To the Hassell Family~
Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss. I am a long time customer of Hassell Auto Body. (as is my whole family). Every time i went into Hassell Auto Body, Doug always greeted me with a big smile and he always had a story to tell me about my cousin, a fire man whom he knew. Doug always asked about my dad and my family. He will deeply be missed. May he rest in peace. May God Bless you all.
Joe Bosch
December 3, 2007
Kelly, James and family, I am sorry to learn about your loss. I met your dad / grandfather only once and he seemed like a super person. Always ready and willing to give!! May you find peace in the memories you have of him and I hope your pain eases as time passes. Grace and Peace....
Tracy Lynn & Raymond J Kilcarr Jr
December 3, 2007
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Doug Sr. He was a wonderful man who could always bring a smile to your face. He will always be in our thoughts as will your family.
Helen Ferro
December 3, 2007
I am sorry to hear about your loss. This is a great loss to the entire community. Doug was a man who made others feel good about life. He renewed our faith in goodness and his smile was contagious. He was a man I was proud to know and blessed to have as an example for my Scouts. He was taken from us way to soon but his good deeds will live on forever. God bless him and your family.
Malcolm Stitt
December 3, 2007
Dear Hassell Family,
We will all miss Doug as a tireless businessman, friend, and community sponsor of so many local organizations. We will always remember the many times that he sponsored car washes, offered rides, and so many other things that only a good friend would do. Doug set the example of how a successful person can pay back the community, and did it continuously.
Tim and Jodi Klobus and family
December 2, 2007
Dear Ann and family,
We were very sad to hear about Doug. Our blessings and prayers go out to you and your family. We remember Doug with fond memories which began with the days of living at the house with Sadie and Merrill.
May God bless and comfort all of you.
Veronica Gaboury
December 2, 2007
Dear Ann, "Dougie", Kelly and family,
I am so sorry to hear about "Big Dougie's" passing. My memories of him and of your family are always joy-filled and smile-filled. His generous spirit and fun-loving smile are what I always remember of him most.
My prayers are with you all.
Love always,
Veronica (Steiger) Gaboury
orginally 4th Street, Lindenhurst
Wayne Brownstein
December 2, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Dana-Ann Brownstein
December 2, 2007
With a heavy heart I send all my sympathy to Mrs. Hassell ,Jr & Family He will always be remembered as a good man, and will be greatly missed. I hold Mr. Hassell in deepest regard. My prayers are with you, Always...
Dana-Ann Brownstein
December 2, 2007
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Barbara Turitto
December 2, 2007
This man, Doug was a wonderful person inside and out. I've known him for many years, he always had a smile on his face and so good hearted as well. He will be greatly missed, there's no one better than him. May he rest in peace. We loved him.
Dick Reichel
December 2, 2007
Dear Ann & Family
We would like to express our most sincere condolences on Doug's passing. We are shocked.
I had recently reconnected with him on line, and it sounded like everything was going so great. He was an old friend and we really feel your loss. Our kids still talk about the boat trips.
Stay strong and know that he had the respect and gratitude of so many people.
Sincerely, Dick & Ann Reichel
Kelly Lewis
December 2, 2007
Mrs Hassell and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Hassell. He was a wonderful person. He will truly be missed by all. I know I will miss him, I have known him since I was a little girl (8 yrs old) He was a wonderful neighbor, he played alot of tricks on my mom and dad, like the time he put the shark head in our bushes. I use to stop in the shop just to say hi.
We will miss his smiling face.
Love Kelly Lewis (Turitto)
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