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SASSU, Dean Michael
Dean Michael Sassu, 50, of Avon died unexpectedly at his home January 13, 2013 with his beloved dog Lexi by his side. He is survived by his loving family, his parents Mario and Beverly Sassu of Old Saybrook; his sister Teri Couch and her husband Matt of Burlington; his brother Greg Sassu and his partner Jim Edwards of Plymouth; his stepdaughter Alyssa Armstrong of Middletown; two nephews, Christopher and Cameron Couch; and two nieces, Jessica and Jamie Edwards. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends. Dean was a Superintendent at All-State Construction in Farmington. Dean loved riding his Harleys, his Red Sox, his excursions to Aruba, but most of all he loved his family and friends.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013 from 4-8 p.m. at The O'Brien Funeral Home, 24 Lincoln Ave., Forestville/Bristol. Funeral services and burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Connecticut Special Olympics, 2666 State Street, Suite 1, Hamden, CT, 06517-2232, or The Connecticut Humane Society, 701 Russell Road Newington, CT, 06111. To leave a message of condolence, share a memory or a photo, please visit Dean's page at www.OBrien-FuneralHome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dean SASSU
February 4, 2013
Deepest condolences and sympathy to Gallaghers, Sassu, DeNotes. In my prayers, love always...
February 1, 2013
Alyssa and I miss you terribly. We will always love you. Thank you for loving us so much. Until we meet again...
Tracey Palmere
January 27, 2013
Dean was such a great man and I am glad I had the chance to get to know him. He will be greatly missed and I treasure my time with him. Tracey Palmere
January 20, 2013
It was such a pleasure meeting Dean and getting to know him, he was a great guy and he will be greatly missed. We will think of him when we work at Stony Brook on LI. Mike, Jim and Dylan from Local 154 Restore Roofing and Waterproofing extend our sincere sympathy and condolences to family.
Cari DeMarco
January 18, 2013
My dear cuz', I have sooo many great memories of years gone by. We always had fun and endless laughter. Although we have not seen each other for 6 years, my memories of you will last forever. God Bless you, Aunt Bev, Teri and Greg. Love,Cari Celeste DeMarco
January 16, 2013
I can still hear your laugh ,and see you smile....will miss you Dino..... joe D
Roger Pare
January 16, 2013
Will miss you buddy,deepest sympathy to family and friends. R.i.p
Daniela Moreno
January 16, 2013
Love and Prayers to Teri and family during this very difficult time.
Joyce Snook
January 15, 2013
My sincere thoughts and prayers to the Sassu family.
Christina Richards
January 15, 2013
Love and Prayers to Alyssa and family during this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts. Many hugs Christina, Riana, Anthony, Mike ("Family" of Keirsten McDonald)
Brian Rolfe
January 15, 2013
Our condolences to the entire Sassu family.Never a dull moment when working with Dean.He will be greatly missed.
Brian Rolfe and Family
Betsy Slater
January 15, 2013
Teri, and your family sorry for your loss are prayers are with you all.Betay and Carlton
Gail Richey
January 15, 2013
I was fortunate enough to know Dean thru my friendship with Teri starting in highschool. I will cherish all the memories spent at the house, sleeping over, Sunday dinners, going garden raiding, crashing Dean's moped into a tree in back yard, etc. etc. They may be old memories but special. Too young, too soon and so very very sorry for the pain you are all feeling. Hold all the happy memories of Dean close and know he is at peace in God's arms. xoxo
Stephanie
January 15, 2013
So sorry for your loss- You are in my prayers during this difficult time- Greg, Jim, Jamie, Jessica and your entire family.
Karen Davidson
January 15, 2013
I am so saddened to hear about Dean's passing. He was a special man who had a twinkle in his eye. He was loved by many and touched many lives. Sending love and prayers to the family.
Carrie Bryda
January 15, 2013
Sending prayers to the entire Sassu family at this time. I'm very sorry for your loss. Much love.
Aruba
Dorri Smith
January 15, 2013
Dean was a Wonderful Man and Fun Fun Fun...He could light up any room. I was privileged to know him, we were couple friends with him and his BEST FRIEND Denise. Biking, Aruba Vacations, Red Sox games, coffee time, Mohegan Sun and just hanging out. Love you Dean!!!! R.I.P.
Cindy Geary
January 15, 2013
Sad to loose a loved one at any age. Even though I did not know Dean personally, I know Teri and and can only believe Dean was as great a person as she is. My warmest thoughts are with you all.
Jessica Gonzalez
January 15, 2013
Hi Terry,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
renee mack
January 15, 2013
just wanna say how saddened my family is for your loss.
Helen Skovran
January 15, 2013
Teri
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts.
Love
Helen & Dave
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