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Michael Cassidy Obituary
Michael L Cassidy, age 72, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at the White River Junction VA Hospital while surrounded by loved ones. He was born July 7, 1951 in Springfield, MA, to the late John and Barbara Cassidy (Hansen). He attended the Springfield High School. Michael proudly joined the United States Navy serving our country receiving several medals and honors during his time served. Michael worked as a machinist for several years before retiring and then served countless years as a volunteer at the Brattleboro Memorial Hospital. Michael was incredibly proud of the work he did and his community involvement, but nothing made him prouder than being a husband and father. While these duties were complicated by demons he gained while serving our country, Michael never wavered from expressing the love he had for his family. Michael tried to live life through the simple pleasures, visiting with friends, fishing, and spending time with family as much as he could. He is survived by his wife and best friend of 25 years, Michele Parent Cassidy; children, Christine, Cori, Cheryl, Cassidy (Sean), and Sherie; stepchildren, Cory and Renee; several grandchildren; siblings, Steven (Victoria), Laurie (Raymond), Thomas, and Virginia (John); and several other family members he held close to his heart.
In honor of Michael’s final wishes, he left this message “I want for my brother Steven to know that I forgive him.”
His family has organized a memorial service to be held November 15, 2023 at 3pm, at the Massachusetts State Veterans Cemetery in Agawam MA. All are welcome to honor Michael. The Cremation Society of New Hampshire has been entrusted with arrangements. To view an online tribute, leave a message of condolence or for information please visit ww.csnh.com.
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