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Norman Cassett Obituary
AGE: 94 • Vineland
Dr. Norman Cassett, 94, of Vineland, passed away Monday morning December 15, 2014. He was born in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Phillip & Ida Cassett. Norman was a World War II Veteran. He earned his Medical Degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Cassett started a private practice in Miami, Florida before moving his family to New Jersey. He worked for the State of New Jersey as a physician until his retirement. He was known for his work in geriatrics and mental health, treating patients as well as writing training modules and lecturing to fellow doctors and medical students. As a young man, Norman was an accomplished athlete, competing in both swimming and boxing. He was very knowledgeable in boxing history, world history and religion. He gave to numerous charities and always helped those in need, family and friends alike.
He is survived by his wife Patricia (Stewart) Cassett, son Alan Cassett, three daughters; Helene Miller, Donna Hemple and Heidi Tonetta, grandchildren; Anthony Tonetta, Jackie Mercurio, Carrie Mercurio, Jonathan Cassett, Cullen Cassett, Isla Cassett as well as great-grandchildren and nieces. Norman was predeceased by his daughter Sharon Cassett and grandson Phillip Frascella, brother Martin Cassett and his sister Ruthie Zelkind.
A Funeral Home Visitation will be on Wednesday, December 17 from 1:30pm to 2:30pm followed by a Funeral Service at 2:30pm at Rone Funeral Service, 1110 East Chestnut Avenue, Vineland, NJ. Burial will be in Alliance Cemetery, Norma, NJ. Donations in memory of Norman may be made to:
The Jewish Federation, 1015 East Park Avenue, Suite B, Vineland, NJ 08360 Arrangements are under the supervision of Rone Funeral Service, 1110 E. Chestnut Avenue, Vineland, NJ 08360. To send online condolences please visit our website at WWW.RONEFUNERALSERVICE.COM
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Memories and Condolences
for Norman Cassett
December 22, 2014
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
BUTCH & NANCY ARETZ
December 22, 2014
Helene, Heidi, Donna & family
My deepest condolences on the passing of Dr. Cassett. I wish you peace and prayers.
Maryanne Gasparo
Catherine Geraci
December 19, 2014
Helene, Heidi, and family
I am so sorry for your lost, I know this has been a rough year for you all. My prayers are with you.
Albert
December 17, 2014
So sorry for your loss, may you find comfort in memories, prayers and the loving support of all
December 17, 2014
Our deepest sympathy for your loss to all of the Cassett family.
Carmen & Cesarina Croce
Richard & Donna Moratelli
December 16, 2014
Our deepest condolences on your loss. Our utmost respect for a life well lived. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Ed
December 16, 2014
Helene, Donna, Alan, Heidi, Its been a while but still so sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with you in this time of grief and may his Holy Spirit comfort you.
December 16, 2014
Helene, Heidi & Family:
Please accept my deepest sympathies in the loss of your loved one.
Sincerely,
Debra Karp (former co-employee)
December 16, 2014
My very deep and true sympathy goes out to the Cassett family. RIP Doc Cassett. Love, Dawn POLO Walker
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