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Catherine Cassaro Obituary
a beautiful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, filled her life with vigor to her last breath.
With unmatched success she gave unselfishly to her professional commitments in each of her careers, spanning from healthcare to education to business. Just as successfully, she created a deep, loving, and supportive environment for her husband, children, and grandchildren. Kay loved to entertain, with her goal the satisfaction and enjoyment of others. In her presence was an atmosphere of laughter, inspiration, wit, and indulgence. She had a smile and sense of humor that illuminated every room she entered. She reveled in the personal growth of international travel, touring the world with her best friend and lifelong companion of sixty-four years, her loving husband.
She is survived by her devoted husband Dr. Michael Angelo Cassaro, her children, Mike, Kevin, Molly, Katie, Maggie, and Matt and their spouses, Donna, Laura, Jeff, Jim, and Rene; grandchildren, Annie, Charlie, Christopher, Justin, Kayla, Kendra, Kyle, Jeffrey, Jack, Matt, Pete, Michelle, Kenneth, George, Daniel, Robert, Gina, Anna, and Michael; her sister, Marie, and her brothers, Jim, Tom, and Brian.
Visitation will take place at her home, 511 Blankenbaker Lane, Thursday, October 1, 2015 from 6-9 p.m.; Friday from 1-5 p.m.; and Saturday visitation at 11:30 a.m. with service at 12:30 p.m. followed by procession to Cave Hill Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Catherine Cassaro
Terri Hainline
October 17, 2015
Dr. Cassaro and family,
i was so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rebecca Thomas
October 10, 2015
Katie and family I am so very sorry about your loss- I have pleasant memories of your mom welcoming me into your home back in our high school days ... My prayers are with you and your family - such a beautiful obituary for her
Chris Burns
October 3, 2015
My deepest condolences to the entire Cassaro family. Kay was an elegant woman with a tremendous sense of humor.
Beth Burns
October 2, 2015
She was such a beautiful lady with a smile that could light up any room. Rest in peace friend.
Barbara Burns Milosch
October 2, 2015
Beautiful person inside and out. Deepest condolences to the family. Much love and hugs.
Maya, Johan, Haeshik and Sven Gorr
October 1, 2015
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. May you find strength in your family and comfort in your memories
Paula (Cram) Essmeier
October 1, 2015
A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, for they are still alive in our hearts and minds and through us, they live on. Please accept my condolences,she will not be forgotten.
Vincent and Nancy Cassaro
October 1, 2015
So sorry to hear about Kay.We loved her dearly. She will be in our thoughts and prayers and with you Mickey and your family'
Vincent and Nancy Cassaro
John & Michele Cassaro
September 30, 2015
We were shocked and saddened to learn of Kay's passing. The world is a less friendly place without Kay, one of God's genuinely nice people.
We send our thoughts and prayers to your beautiful family at this time.
We have very fond memories of Kay and will always keep her in our prayers.
September 30, 2015
Dear Friends...We offer our condolences for the loss of a beautiful woman, knowing her spirit and love will live on through all the lives she touched. Bill & Erika Janes and the girls...
Peggy Timmel
September 30, 2015
Molly, Katie and Maggie,
I am sorry for your loss - such a lovely woman and lovely family. Let the memories brighten your days.
September 29, 2015
So sorry to learn of your loss. She was a wonderful lady, so committed to her family. Keeping all of her you close in prayer.
Linda Van Houten
Richard and Susan Baker
September 29, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Charles Cassaro
September 29, 2015
We were very sorry about the passing of Kay. She will be in our prayers and thoughts. Charlie & Maria
Marsha Lee
September 29, 2015
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. May God be with you at your time of loss. The Lee Family.
Brian & Beth Rattliff
September 29, 2015
Memories are the legacy of love
September 29, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family during this time of grief. 1 corinthians 15: 26,
Kym York
September 29, 2015
Fly with the Angels Sweet Beautiful Kay....part of my heart goes with you.....
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