Henry Charles Cataldo II
Henry Charles Cataldo II
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Born in Milford, MA on December 17, 1956, the son of the late Henry and Virginia (Catalano) Cataldo, Henry was raised in Franklin, MA with his two sisters Anne Marie and Donna. A graduate of Franklin High School, Henry continued on to Norwich University where he majored in Government and History and was a member of the Norwich Football team. Henry went on to earn a Master's in Education from Norwich and a Certificate of Advanced Study in Education from Harvard University.
Henry retired in June of this year after 40 years in education. He began his career at Worcester Academy in Worcester, MA and subsequently went on to teach, coach, and work at Shattuck-St. Mary's School in Minnesota. After 12 years, Henry and his family returned to New England where Henry joined the Wooster School faculty in Danbury, CT. Henry served as the School's Dean of Faculty, History Department Chair, advisor, coach, and continued to do what he loved most - teach. Henry spent decades teaching middle and high school students to think critically, ask questions for curiosity's sake, and to purposely act with empathy.
A reader, story-teller, part-time philosopher, family man, keeper of memories and traditions, loyal friend, and a teacher to all who crossed his path, Henry lived a full and rewarding life.
Calling hours will be held on Monday, November 20 from 4pm- 7pm at the Ginley Funeral Home of Franklin (www.ginleyfuneralhomes.com) 131 Main Street, Franklin, MA.
His funeral mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 21 at St. Mary's Church in Franklin, MA at 10am. The Burial will be at St. Mary's Cemetery, Franklin, MA at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to The Wooster School Cataldo Fund ( ).
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Robert Bartolomei
January 18, 2025
Henry and I had so much fun in Mr. Sullivans' Literature Classes at St. Mary School.
Missing you.
KAREN MALINOWSKI
December 17, 2023
I wish I had known you were ill. You will always have a place in my heart. Karen
JJ Kim
December 3, 2023
He encouraged and led me to the better path during SSM high school year. I was much trouble but he pulled me out of darkness and even led to me the Norwich univ. Heartfelt condolences to the families...
Michael Petone
November 28, 2023
To the Cataldo Family: So sorry to hear of Henry's passing. We grew up and played football together in Franklin. He was a great kid and grew up to be even a better man. He will be missed. Take comfort in knowing he is sure in god's hands.
Mike Petone
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Mollie Kirkland
November 21, 2023
It was always a pleasure to be in Henry's company. His genuine smile and warm, friendly nature made you feel comfortable. I enjoyed working with Henry at Wooster School years ago. His children Spike and Caitlin were great friends with my sons. My deepest condolences to the Cataldo family.
Fondly, Mollie Kirkland and family
Sara Huntley
November 21, 2023
Heartbroken to see this news. Mr. C. was a true SSM legend, and I have such great memories of him. He was tough, but fair, and was one of those people who was born to be an educator. My deepest condolences go out to his family. I am grateful to have known him.
ROOSTER
November 20, 2023
The Best!!!!!!!
Sarah Gross
November 19, 2023
Mr. C was one of my dorm parents at Shattuck, and I'm so sorry to hear of his death. His influence, kindness, and "tough love" lessons all loom large in my memories of Shattuck -- I remember him dearly and wish I'd been in touch more recently. He was a great man and always believed in me and made me feel special, and he had such a great sense of humor too! My deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.
Rachel Bixler
November 19, 2023
Mr. C was the Dean of Students when I was at SSM. He always had an open door for us to come chat with him and I will always remember his famous "The honeymoon is over" speech he used to give at random assemblies throughout the years. He was a great educator and will be missed. Thanks Mr. C for always listening.
G.O
November 17, 2023
Mr. Carlao´s was the most influential teacher I´ve ever had. He helped me make independent studies on topics I was passionate about and took time out of his lunch to do that every week. He was able to show me that my true passion is history. I´m getting a degree in history and plan on teaching because of him. Thank you so much for everything Mr. C
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