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Frederick Mascola Obituary
Frederick John Patrick Mascola (aka Fred, Freddie, Fredski, Rocky, Grandpa and Grandpa Fred), 87, of Old Saybrook, CT passed away peacefully at Middlesex Hospital on November 17, 2024. Fred was born in New Britain on March 17, 1937, the son of Rocco and Madeline Mascola.
Fred graduated from New Britain High School and Central Connecticut State College and obtained a master's degree at Syracuse University. He was a business teacher at Bristol Central high school, assistant principal at Bristol Eastern High School and went on to become principal at Northeast Middle school for a total of 35 years as an educator. Fred was proud of his career as an educator and loved working with his students and teachers. He loved to boast of success stories and highlights of his career with family and friends.
Fred leaves behind his loving best friend and partner of 36 years, Barbara Molusis of Old Saybrook. Also, his sister Rosemarie Simmone, his daughter Leslie (Tom) Bresette, Lauren (John) Swift, Michael (Motoko) Mascola, seven grandchildren: Lauren, Luci, Joey and Lana Bresette, Cooper, Bauer and Easton Swift. Additionally, David, Thom, Brian Molusis and their partners; the Molusis grandchildren Krista, Kim, Zach, Sylvia and Adam Molusis, who fondly called him Grandpa Fred. And many nieces and nephews. He was also Grandpa Fred to all the neighbor children who he loved dearly. He was predeceased by his mother, father, brother Andy and sister Lucille. He leaves behind many long time New Britain High School friends as well as all the new friends he made since his retirement to his beloved Indian Town in Old Saybrook.
Fred was passionate about Frank Sinatra and loved the Boston Red Sox and UConn basketball. He took great pleasure in taking his grandchildren on golf cart rides and crabbing in the marina. Fred stayed active in retirement playing tennis and pickleball, cross-country skiing, gardening and traveling. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Those who wish to remember Fred in a special way may make gifts in his memory to Middlesex Hospital Palliative and Hospice Care, 28 Crescent Street, Middletown, CT 06457.
Calling hours will be held on Friday November 22nd from 9-11:30 a.m. at the Swan Funeral Home, 1224 Boston Post Rd in Old Saybrook, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St John Church at 12 p.m. in Old Saybrook. Burial to follow at Riverside Cemetery in Old Saybrook. www.swanfuneralhomeoldsaybrook.com
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Jenn
November 26, 2024
To the family of a wonderful man
Mr. Mascolo changed a lot of our lives. A lot of us going down wrong paths and troubled paths starting young he took the time to bring us to his office and not just punish us but talk to us and guide us about our future and what we could be and because of him most of us are living our best lives.
May he rest easy watching over all his loved ones always and you all cherish your memories of him forever
Barbara Denehy
November 22, 2024
Barbara I am so sorry to hear this
Greg Ziogas
November 22, 2024
Very sorry for the loss of Coach Mascola, he was a motivator, but most importantly he was a man who nurtured your abilities. I will always remember him fondly.
Deborah Sheehan
November 21, 2024
My Dear Barbara and family, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Fred was such a kind man with a beautiful smile and beautiful sparkling blue eyes. That's how I'll always remember him. Deborah Sheehan
Josie Reardon
November 21, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. Fred has been a special part of our family for many years. He will certainly be missed.
Hollis Laviero (D'Orazio)
November 21, 2024
Barbara and family, Danny and I were so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. I will be always grateful for the time I worked for him at Northeast Middle School. So many fond memories. I remember he always was a strong principal, yet connected with the students with his manner and jovial personality. We, as secretaries, shared much laughter listening to him. May he rest in peace, and may you find comfort knowing others care.
Thomas N Chauvin
November 21, 2024
It is very clear Fred lived an admirable, purposeful and loving life, and I am proud to have known Him while working with him at Bristol Eastern HS. Tom Chauvin
The Sklankas´
November 20, 2024
Barbara,
So sorry to hear of Fred´s passing. Our sympathy to you and your family from your Vero Beach friends.
Hugs,
John and Mary
Craig
November 20, 2024
Great guy remember having him as a teacher at Bristol Eastern loved his passion he had in the classroom other teachers where very dull compared to him Rest In Peace mister Mazz
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