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Cassandra Callender Obituary

Cassandra Callender, 22, of Windsor Locks, passed away on May 12, 2020, at home peacefully in her mom's arms after a five-year fight with cancer. She was home on hospice for four months with her mom.

Born Sept. 30, 1997, she leaves behind twin sons, Jeremy and Braxton, 18 months old; her mom, Jackie Fortin of Windsor Locks; and her father, Michael Callender of Enfield.

Cassandra was a fighter. She fought so hard to beat cancer, lived life to the fullest, though she knew her days were limited. Five years ago, state of Connecticut promised to save her life. She was known to the world as, "The CT teen who refused chemo." We proved what her fight was about. Cassandra loved pets. Simba, her cat, was her love. She loved shopping, traveling, bonfires with friends, and tattoos. Prior to being ill, she loved to work, make money, and buy beautiful girly things. She was beautiful inside and out. She will be dearly missed by her mom, Cassandra was her only child. Mom taught her to be strong, stand up for herself, and be proud. And that she did. She suffered dearly the past five years, and is now at peace, no pain, and in God's hand in Heaven, with Grandma Nancy, cousin Carl, her favorite tattoo artist, and several others, with open arms to walk her through the gates of Heaven. She can finally rest, be at peace, smile, and shine down on all of us.

Services will be held at a later date.

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Published by Journal Inquirer from May 20 to May 24, 2020.

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Verna

July 29, 2025

I was extremely proud of you Cassandra.Redt in heavenly peace

Russell E Landau

June 26, 2024

My prayers and condolences to the family and friends of Cassandra! I am sorry for the pain you went through. I am sure you are with the Angels in Heaven.

Cecilia Brayson

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Cecilia Brayson

May 26, 2020

Cassandra, my guardian angel..
Your presence on earth has been a fight in more ways than anyone could ever endure. You overcame so much and no matter what you did not quit, you still had a smile on your face and continued to live freely. Your kind heart, rebel spirit, infectious laughter, courage, perspective, your nonstop will to keep thriving, and unconditional love made an impact on many. Your memories will live on forever. Our family has been blessed to call you our second daughter. You have made me who I am today. Continue to watch over your mom, all your family and friends.. I love you, 88. "If nothing goes right, go left". I love you with all my heart.

Bill Moryto

May 23, 2020

Michael
I am so sorry for your daughters passing. She was a courageous young woman. My deepest condolences and sympathies to you and your grandchildren.
Stay Strong
Bill Moryto

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