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Lawrence Cassella Obituary
Mr. Cassella was born in Hancock, New York, May 28th 1916, a son of Nunzio and Maria (Farina) Casella. He grew up and lived in Worcester, served in the U.S. Army during World War II, before moving to Sunrise, Florida more than thirty five years ago.
During his employed years Larry worked for a local steel mill and David Clark Company before retiring. He was a former member of Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church. A simple hardworking man who loved his family and most of all his grandchildren. He most enjoyed being with and around them.
He is survived by his wife and partner of sixty eight years, Mary (Ascrizzi) Cassella; A daughter Maryann Cassella of Sunrise, Florida; a son, Lawrence A. "Larry" Cassella, Jr. of Worcester; seven grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandson; several nieces and nephews in Massachusetts and Florida.
The funeral will be held Friday, August 1st from the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St., with a Mass at 11:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 24 Mulberry St. Burial will be in St. John Cemetery. Friends and relatives are invited to visit with the family Thursday, July 31st from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the funeral home. The family request that flowers be omitted.
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Samantha Gilchrest
July 31, 2008
Maryann & Family, My deepest sympathy to all of you at this difficult time.
Joanna (Bucciaglia) Holt
July 30, 2008
Maryann and Family my sincere condolences. May Larry rest in peace. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
the devlin family
July 30, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
kate devlin-bombard
July 30, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Donald Shea
July 30, 2008
May he rest in Peace.
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