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Casandra Mead Obituary

MEAD, CASANDRA Casandra Mead 21, of East Haven passed away on August 27, 2011 in New Haven. Mother of Andrea Regalado Mead of New Haven. Daughter of Gary and Christina Ferraiolo Mead of East Haven. Sister of Crystalynn Mead of East Haven. Aunt of Jayda Sagnella of East Haven. Maternal granddaughter of Dyanne Ferraiolo of East Haven and Frank and Patricia Ferraiolo of Branford. Paternal granddaughter of Winifred Mead and the late Russell Mead. Friends may call at the PORTO FUNERAL HOME 234 Foxon Rd. (Rte. 80) East Haven on WEDNESDAY from 5pm to 8pm. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Andrea Regalado Mead Donation Account c/o Citizens Bank, 430 Foxon Rd., East Haven, CT 06513, Attn: Karla Grella. Sign Casandra's guestbook online at www.portofuneralhomes.net

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Published by the New Haven Register from Sep. 5 to Sep. 6, 2011.

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Janessa Ayala

July 15, 2020

HI i really don't know what to say this is still hard on me i love u so much casandra is my best friend my sister 2 days before all this she came to see me i took her to shower at my house talked to her put a smile on her face and we talked about the nena and i was going to help her get clean for her little girl for her self and her family that she love so much the next day she never came over so i could drop her off to get her self together so i when looking for her and noting i was really worry because casandra always came to see me then a fireman that new about are friendship came to see me casandra dios mio you don't know how much my heart drop broke and eveything all at one time ... i love you so much i miss you so much i witch i could just called you and now i don't have you ... keep singing and dancing in haven girl love you boo.. And to the family i witch i could of told you everything we talked about before all this because she was thinking about ya ... I love ya

e

May 7, 2017

i love you from the bottom of my heart god take care of mommy love,andrea your daughter

May 7, 2017

hi its andrea im your daughter i cry everyday for you and im sooooo sorry for your lost thanks for my life
i cant wait to see you

Donna Reilly

September 5, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you through this difficult time. Please take care and know I am thinking about you. Love, Donna

Lee lee alicea

March 1, 2012

dam...my homegirl we used to kick it all the time in high school. i havent seen her in so long...i know she is shinning down at every one god bless her and her family. i miss u cassy dancing to reaggeaton wit me, always having my back. :( cant believe this. i wish i could rewind and spend more time with you.

Aleah Graham

December 13, 2011

I had no idea any of this happened until now. My mind is in total shock. I am very sorry for your loss Mead Family. I used to b best friends w cassandra. Had so
Many sleepovers. Cassandra had so much vibrancy in her you always knew she was entereing a room. I will truely be saddened by her short life. This is absolutly traggic & i hope that u find some
Peace shes in a better place now & my thoughts & prayers go out to all of you xox Rip cass love you girl

crystalynn mead

September 30, 2011

Rest in Piece baby sis!! I love you and will miss you always! Forever in my heart

Shannon Miller

September 16, 2011

My sympathies go to her entire family. I'm just completely at a loss for words cause she was such a nice person.

Angel Richo

September 10, 2011

with deepest sympathy to the Mead family i am close friends with crystal and cassandra i miss cassandra so much and it is such a tradegy she will be in my prayers. She is resting in peace. she was so good with my son and he misses her. I was letting her stay with me and she will be deeply missed. I love you cassandra you will be in my dreams I miss you girl

Roseann Marie DiGioia

September 8, 2011

" With deepest sympathy to the Mead family at the loss of their daughter, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Casandra is " resting in " OUR LORDS " arms " .. A Friend.. Rose DiGioia

Sallie Smith

September 7, 2011

To the Mead family, I am very sorry to hear of this tragedy. I had the honor and pleasure of meeting Cassandra in 2009 and found her to be a courageous determined young woman. May she rest in peace and may your memories help you through this difficult time. My prayers will always include her and her beautiful baby.

lisa franco

September 7, 2011

Crystal im Sorry for your loss my payers are with you and your family during this tough time... Rip cass

Kristin Harris

September 7, 2011

Dear Chris, Gary and family...There are no words to help ease your pain during this difficult time but know that my heart aches with you and for you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Cassandra will now be your special angel in heaven...may she rest in peace.

michelle sherwood

September 6, 2011

I didn't know cassandra that muxh but I knew her enough so my prayers go out to you both and I'm sorry for your loss she will be in my heart forever

Paul Buell

September 6, 2011

I been a part of your family for so long,I was there when Casandra was born,the last thing you think about is losing a child,no matter how old they are,you just assume you will go first.I'm so sorry for your loss,she is in my prayers as are all of you.Anything I can do to help please let me know.

Nik Andreoli

September 6, 2011

Chris and Gary, What to say? Our hearts pain with your loss. The unimaginable has happened and words cannot express how we truly feel.One can only hope that time will soothe your pain. You know how to reach us if you ever need conversation or company.Love you both, Lisa and Nik andreoli

nik andreoli

September 6, 2011

Chris and Gary, What to say? Our hearts pain with your loss. The unimaginable has happened and words are at a loss.We can only hope that time soothes the pain . You know how to reach us if you ever need conversation or company. Love, Lisa and Nik Andreoli

cyndi morales

September 6, 2011

I'm sitting here looking for the right words to say but there are none...You will be terribly missed. We will FOREVER be saddened. You will remain in our hearts always. We love you Uncle Gary, Aunt Chris (Crystalynn, Jayda & Andrea) and are here for you if you need anything.
Love forever & always,
Russ, Cyndi, Joey, Russ Jr., Ryan & Noah

September 6, 2011

dear gary and christina, so sorry for loss. I will keep you all in my prayers. god bless you and your family. my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.
love
bernie, mary lou and sean doherty{branford}

Katrina Buell

September 5, 2011

Hello,all though I haven't seen you and family in some years,you are thought of often. Casandra,you will be in every prayer,as will your family. God Bless you Mead Family,so sorry for your loss. From my family to yours.

Sarah Wojciechowski

September 5, 2011

So sorry for your loss. She will never be forgotten. Love you cass, you were like a little sister and you will live on forever in my heart. With my deepest sympathy.

Ashley Wieliesz

September 5, 2011

Hello Mead Family,

I am terribly sorry for your loss. I love casandra with every beat in my heart and always will. I havent been by to say hi in a while and its not because i forgot I just live out in Shelton now.. I wish you guys the best, and agian I am veryyy sorry for your loss

LOVE Ashley Wieliesz

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