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Dennis Stanley Fascella, Jr., 57, passed away on January 17, 2025. He was born in Ridgewood, NJ on September 11, 1967 to Dennis Stanley Fascella, Sr. and Audrey Hauser Fascella. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Stella and Angelo Fascella; uncle, Charlie Hauser; and his aunt, Ginny Smith.
Dennis was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing. He was the owner and operator of Villa Roma for 25 years and he truly loved his customers. Dennis was a generous man who cared about charities and contributed to many schools as well as Gaston Hospice. His memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved him.
In addition to his parents, Dennis Stanley Fascella, Sr. and Audrey Hauser Fascella, he is survived by his children, Samuel Fascella, Hannah Fascella, and their mother, Taunia Fascella; sisters, Suzie Smith (Tim) and Lisa Faulk (Terry); and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Family and friends will gather for visitation from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Carolina Caring (formerly Gaston Hospice) 3975 Robinson Road, Newton, NC 28658 or a charity of your choice.
Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia, NC (704) 864-5144 is serving the family.
Online condolences may be made at: www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com
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2916 Union Road, Gastonia, NC 28054

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