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Andrew Cassone Obituary
Clayton
Mr. Andrew Cassone, Jr., 69, of Clayton died Thursday, October 22, 2015 at Transitions Life Care in Raleigh. He was born October 22, 1946 in Brooklyn, NY son of the late Andrew Cassone, Sr. and Gloria Brown Cassone. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Joseph Cassone and Edward Cassone.
Mr. Cassone served in the U.S. Navy in the Vietnam War where he received the Vietnam Campaign Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and the Vietnam Service Medal.
A funeral service will be held Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Ann Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Pinecrest Memorial Park.
He is survived by his wife, Joann Cassone, one daughter, Felicia Perez and husband Peter, one son, Phillip Oddo, three beloved grandchildren who were the light of his life, Adeline, Phillip, and Jolene, four brothers, Steve Cassone and wife Patty, John Cassone and wife Jamie, Alphonse "Ally" Cassone and wife Jennie, and Anthony Cassone and partner Caesar, two sisters, Peggy Cassone and Joyce Trosclaire and husband Camille, numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews, and two lifelong friends, Edward Sage and Russell Iadanzia.
The family will receive friends Monday, October 26 from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. at McLaurin Funeral Home in Clayton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Wounded Warrior Project at www.wounded warriorproject.org or by calling at 877-958-2233.
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Cynthia Coleman
April 17, 2016
I am very sorry for the Cassone family loss. Andrew was one of a kind with a very kind heart and a hilarious sense of humor. I still miss him daily even after all of these years.I have many memories that continue to make me smile. He was a very special person and will always remain in my heart. Love, Cindie Coleman...Andrew's ex wife.
Patricia Knittel
October 26, 2015
Joanne, I extend to you my deepest sympathy in the loss of Andrew. I know this is a very difficult time for you and you are in my thoughts. I remember all the good times we had together when you and Andrew lived in Merritt Island. I hope to see you soon.
All my love to you and your family.
Lori Kizior
October 26, 2015
Please accept our sincerest condolences. We are so sad to learn of Andrew's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love and hugs, Steven, Lori and Melissa Kizior
October 26, 2015
Joann, We are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Andrew was very fortunate to have found you. You enriched his life and went above and beyond in your care for him.
It has been a 50 year friendship that I have greatly valued. I have many memories and experiences with Andrew that I will always treasure. Any one whose life he touched has only the nicest things to say about him.
My heartfelt sympathy. He will be missed.
Love, Ed and Barbara
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October 26, 2015
Joann, I am so sorry for you Loss. Please call if there is anything that I can do for you or your family. Margaret Edmonds( Dr. Kizior's)
Frank Caruso
October 23, 2015
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Cousin Andrew will be missed. Love Frank and Cathy.
Brenda Haney
October 23, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Brenda Owens Haney
Clayton NC
Dee Watzka
October 22, 2015
Joann,
We feel deeply for the passing of Andrew. He was such a wonderful caring person. Although it is so difficult for you, Andrew would not want you to mourn his passing but celebrate the happy memories you had with each other. Our deepest sympathy.
Love, Dee, Eddy, Jason, Kim, Gina and Michael
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