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FRANCIS CASSANI Obituary

CASSANI, Francis J. Frank Of Weymouth, died November 19, 2013 at the age of 89. Frank grew up in Chelsea and has lived in Weymouth for the last 61 years. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during WWII and was awarded the Purple Heart Medal during the Battle of the Bulge. Frank was very active in the town of Weymouth. His career in education spanned 36 years including being principal of the Shaw, Bicknell Jr., Central Jr., and East Jr. schools, retiring in 1985. After retiring, Frank could often be found at the Johnson Early Childhood Center where he volunteered his time reading to children. As a man of strong faith, he was an active parishioner of Immaculate Conception Parish where he taught CCD for many years. He was a member of their choir and served as the director of the Mens Choir for over 40 years. Frank was also a skilled builder, often lending a hand to anyone with a project in need. He will be remembered as a kind and loving man with a passion for teaching and helping others. Beloved husband of 61 years to Marie (Lipuscek) Cassani of Weymouth. Devoted father of Richard Cassani and his wife Mary Ellen of Weymouth and Anne Conner and her husband Paul of Littleton, NH. Loving brother of the late Vincent L. Cassani, Theodora Sweeney-Berry and John A. Cassani. Cherished Grampa of Rev. John A. Cassani, Lisa M. Conner, Christopher R. Cassani and his wife Laura, Kristina M. Conner, MD, Richard F. Cassani, Jr. and great-granddaughter Isabella Marie Cassani. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on Thursday 3-7 PM in the McDonald Keohane Funeral Home SOUTH WEYMOUTH at 809 Main Street (Rte 18 opp. So. Shore Hospital). Relatives and friends will gather in the funeral home at 10 AM on Friday prior to the Funeral Mass in Immaculate Conception Church, Weymouth at 11 AM. Burial in Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. Donations in memory of Frank may be made to the Immaculate Conception Parish, 1199 Commercial Street, Weymouth, Ma 02189. See www.Keohane.com for directions and online condolences or call 781-335-0045.

Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 19 to Nov. 20, 2013.
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My deepest sympathy to you, Marie, and your beautiful family. You and Frank were great friends to Vin and me--very helpful to me after Vin's death. I pray for both of you. Irene Jackmauh

November 29, 2013

The Cotter Family sends along it's heartfelt condolences to the Cassani Family. Frank and Marie were such dear friends to my parents. He definitely made a difference in this world with his many selfless contributions.
May he rest in peace.

Cotter Family

November 27, 2013

Frank, you were a mentor to me for 30 years in the mens choir.Your bass-baritone voice was inspirational to all.Rest in peace with Jesus.You've earned it.

John McGowan

November 23, 2013

My sincerest condolences to the entire Cassani family. Mr. Cassani was my Mother's teacher and my principal. He was a very kind man with a heart of gold. Every holiday season I think of him fondly as I listen to "O Holy Night"...no one can sing that wonderful song as well as he did every year for his Central Jr. High students.

June Simmons

November 22, 2013

Our thoughts are with your family. Mr. Cassani was a true friend to our family and will be missed. This is a great loss for the choir and the church.
The Barnum Family

November 22, 2013

I just wanted to say Mr. Cassani was a wonderful principle and one of the few teachers I remember from Weymouth schools. His singing of Oh Holy Night was always an incredible and moving experience at church during Christmas. I am very sorry for your loss.

November 21, 2013

To the Cassani Family,
May I express my condolences. Since I graduated in 1970, I kind of grew up with him. I saw him at Immaculate and again at Bicknell and East Jr. He was also a friend of my father and he always thought of him as a man of honor andintegrity. He was also a great role model for young men growing up in the 60's.

As I think back after all these years, I can honestly say he enriched my life. I am grateful.

Joseph Salamone

November 21, 2013

Frank,
You will be forever remembered in your beloved Teachers' Memorial Garden. Thank you, for all that you have done.

kathy dempsey

November 21, 2013

RIP Mr. Cassani - you were a great principal when I attended Bicknell Jr. High in the 60's.

Cindy (Brown) Cardile

November 21, 2013

Sorry to hear this. Like multitudes of others, I will always remember him at Bicknell Jr High. He was a good man. RIP Mr Cassani

Daniel Forrester

November 21, 2013

My condolences to the entire family. I remember Mr. Cassani from Central Jr High and graduated with Richard in 1970.

Jet Taylor

November 21, 2013

I graduated from Central Jr. High in 1979. Mr. Cassani was our principal. I (being the perfect child) never had any dealings with him but, I always though he was a nice man. I guess I was right. So sorry for your loss.

Joan (Carroll) Hennessy

November 21, 2013

I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the family. I do understand how hard it can be when a loved one has been taken by death. The pain, the grief, and the feelings of helplessness can seem unbearable. At such times, we need to go to God's Word for comfort.

November 20, 2013

The world is a better place because Mr. Cassini made a difference. We can all learn from his example. My sincere thanks for all you shared with all of us!

Former Bicknell Student

November 20, 2013

Mr Cassani was my 9th grade history when 50years ago this week it was announced over the PA that our President JFK was shot and killed. Mr Cassani with his gentle strength was able to reassure a class of frightened kids that everything would be OK. Thank You Mr Cassani

a former Bicknell student

November 20, 2013

My thoughts and prayers to the Cassani family. Mr. Cassanit was a great principle at Central Jr High in the 60's.

Judith Hamblett Buckley

November 20, 2013

What an inspiration Mr Cassani was as principal of Central Junior High School. He was very caring and always had a kind word. And what an incredible singing voice...my fondest memory was Mr. Cassani singing "O Holy Night" at the annual Christmas concert. My deepest condolences go out to his family. Just know he left an impression on many.

Dean Piacentini

November 20, 2013

To the Cassani family: Very sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Cassani He was a gentleman always, and a good friend of my father's They both were in the choir at Immaculate. May he rest in peace.

Richard Lenihan

November 20, 2013

What a wonderful man who shared his kindness with his community, church and family. Fond memories .... xo

Erin O'Brien

November 20, 2013

I remember Mr Cassani from Central in the late 60's. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He was such a nice man. I remember him well.

Marilyn Ahlstedt-Macrae

November 20, 2013

So sorry to hear of Frank's passing. What an "Honorable Man" he was. He was very kind to my Mother, Ruby, at Immaculate Conception church.

November 20, 2013

My prayers and thoughts to the Cassani family.He was a wonderful principle when I went to Central Junior High School.

Jeannine (Gunville) Rutherford

Jeannine Rutherford

November 20, 2013

Marie, Ricky and Annmarie - So sorry to hear about Frank's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. My most sincere condolences.

Betsey (McColough) Barton

November 20, 2013

Rick and Maryellen I am very sorry to hear of Mr. Cassani's passing. As you know I was a Central Jr. High student who knew your father very well and I have enjoyed getting to know you two the past few years. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kelli O'Donnell

November 20, 2013

I am so saddened to hear of Mr. Cassani's passing. He was principal at Central Jr. High when I attended that school. He always was so kind to me. He had a wonderful singing voice. My condolences to the whole family.

Mary Beth Simmons

November 20, 2013

Our deep sympathy to Marie and her family. Frank was a caring and considerate friend and a great person to work with.

Joe and Barbara Santosuosso

November 20, 2013

Marie and family Sorry to learn of Frank's passing. The accolades and recognition that he achieved were certainly well desesved The relationships, both socially andeducationally, will long be remembered. Sorry we can't be with you to celebrate his life. Buzz and Joyce Knight

Buzz Knight

November 20, 2013

Rick : Sorry for your loss, Joanne and I are currently in Florida and won't be able to attend. Our condolences to your mother and your whole family

john moynihan

November 20, 2013

Remembering Mr. Cassani and sending my thoughts and prayers to the entire Cassani family.

A former Central Junior High student (70's)

Sheila Fraser

November 20, 2013

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