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1970

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2013

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John Cassiere Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 22, 2013.

John Cassiere, 42, passed away on Thursday, February 21, 2013 at Robert Wood Johnson Hospital, New Brunswick. Born in Queens, John was a lifelong resident of Old Bridge, graduating from Old Bridge High School. He was a dock builder for Dock Builders Union Local 1456, in New York City.

John was predeceased by his father, Louis Cassiere. He is survived by his wife, Carol (Castro) Cassiere; his son, John Louis Cassiere; his daughter, Haven Hazard; his sister and brother in law, Susan & John Fenton; his sister and brother in law, Catherine & Patrick Pisani; his niece and goddaughter, Lilianna Grace Pisani; and his mother, Mary Catherine Dillane Cassiere.

Visitation will be held on Monday, February 25, 2013 from 2-4 & 7-9pm at the Michael Hegarty Funeral Home, 3377 Rt. 9, Old Bridge. Funeral Services will be on Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at 9:30am at St. Bernadette Church, 20 Villanova Rd., Parlin, NJ. Interment will follow to Chestnut Hill Cemetery, East Brunswick.

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March 15, 2013

Carol Cassiere

Posted by Carol Cassiere

March 14, 2013

I am my beloved's
And my beloved is mine
Forever your wife.

March 14, 2013

Your loving wife and children, miss and love you dearly.

March 1, 2013

Dea Addis

I was so sorry to hear of John's passing. I prayed every day that he would beat the odds. But unfortunately it was not to be. He was a good man who loved his family and friends deeply. I was proud to call him a friend. Please accept my heartfelt condolences on your loss. May you rest in peace John.

February 27, 2013

Dawn Meszaros-Petrie

I am so sorry to hear this terrible news. Your grief must be insurmountable. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Such a tragedy, please accept our condolences.

February 26, 2013

Anthony Compitello

Sorry for your loss to the Cassiere family. I had great times growing up with John that I will never forget. Sorry he was taken so young. RIP friend.

February 26, 2013

Anthony Compitello

Sorry for your loss to the Cassiere family. I had some great times with John growing up and I won't forget them. Sad he was taken way to young. RIP friend.

February 26, 2013

Gloria (Cruz) Moskowitz

I met John in middle school. We hung out sometimes with the Madison Park crowd. My deepest sympathies to all of John's family. He was taken too soon.

February 26, 2013

Christine Roberts

Carol,
I am SO sorry about John. I swear I was just thinking about you two and Holly and wondering how he was doing. I know I wasnt there for the memorial and I just found out now about his passing. My heart is so heavy for you. You and your family are in my prayers. I know it sounds empty....but if there is anything I can do dont hesitate. Take care of YOU now Im so sorry love Chris (Roberts)

February 25, 2013

Mark Rodriguez

Deepest Sympathies to Carol n family...We love you and we will be praying for you..xoxoox

February 25, 2013

Edward Romero

Sorry Dog I got there late for the first showing and I can't come to the second. RIP Brother until we meet again.

February 25, 2013

Mike & Missy DeVito

Deepest sympathies to Carol and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you today and always.

February 25, 2013

Barbara Marron

Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers, heartfelt for your loss.
All my love,
Barbara Marron

February 25, 2013

WELL THIS IS A TUFF ONE FOR ME .. MY DEEPEST HEARTFELT SYMPATHIES GO OUT TO ALL THE CASSIERE FAMILY.. WE ALL HAVE A WHOLE IN OUR HEART WERE JOHN WILL STAY.. HE WAS ONE THE THE BEST.. A GREAT SON, HUSBAND AND FATHER AND A GREAT FRIEND TO ALL.. HE WILL BE SOOO MISSED ... RIP JOHN </3

February 25, 2013

R.I.P. John my prayers and condolences go to family and close friends so sorry for your loss.

February 24, 2013

STEVE MURAFSKY

" WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO CAROL HAVEN & LITTLE JOHN & THE CASSIERE FAMILY -WE LOVE YOU DOG -RIDE THE WIND IN PEACE -GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN ...LOVE ZIPPERHEAD & TARA..

Posted by STEVE MURAFSKY

February 24, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. RIP John. Love ya. Joe and Lisa Castro

February 23, 2013

Joe & Mary Hackl

We are so sorry for your loss.

February 23, 2013

Cathy Michaels-Kear

RIP John. My condolences to the Cassiere family.

February 23, 2013

I know there is not a lot of words to make you feel better, during this time, but I hope you can find some comfort in the words at Ps.43:15,18

February 23, 2013

Barbara Jones

Deepest Symphathy to the Cassiere Family and all that loved him. No words can express how much he will be missed. I have not seen him for a while but so many great memories of him keep coming to mind. He was a wonderful man. Sending big hugs and kisses to you Carol and the rest of his wonderful family. He is at peace now, no more suffering.

February 23, 2013

Amber Tompkins

To Carol, Haven, Little John & the rest of the Cassiere/Castro family, my condolences and love go out to you all. John was a wonderful husband, father & friend. He was always there when anyone needed him, always happy & a hard worker. Forever will he be missed and now he is finally at peace. Rest in Paradise Dog! We love you and miss you xoxox

February 23, 2013

Edward Romero

RIP brother I am sorry I did not get a chance to see you before this happened, I will have a beer for you. See you soon, my prays go out to your family.

February 23, 2013

robert keating

On behalf of the Keating family who go way back with the cassiere family my sincerest condolences on john's passing....rip c- dog

February 22, 2013

George & Marilyn Meicke

To the Cassiere family and Friends; I am so very sorry and very sad. my heart goes out to you all. John was a hard worker and a true friend. I know our Lord Jesus Christ will comfort us all as we look to Him. He went to prepare a place, so we can be where He is. With Deepest Sympathy

February 22, 2013

Toni

To the family of John, you have my deepest sympathy and I'm sure you miss her very much. I hope you may find comfort with the possibility of being reunited with John in the near future, under peaceful, righteous conditions. John 17:3

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