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Gene Cassavechia Obituary
Gene F. Cassavechia, a longtime resident of New Fairfield passed away peacefully with his family at his side, on March 6. 2025, at the age of 82. He was the beloved husband of Anne J. Cassavechia of 61 years.
Born on March 27, 1942, in Norwalk, CT, he was the son of the late Geno and Rose Cassavechia. Gene grew up attending Catholic schools and was a graduate of both Fairfield Preparatory and Fairfield University.
Gene was a dedicated father who lived the core values of hard work, service and community engagement. He was a member of the Jaycees, Knights of Columbus, Regional Hospice and perhaps his most enjoyable activity was his commitment to coaching Town and CYO basketball. Gene led the "Nuggets" to many wins and is remembered to this day for his fervor in coaching. Gene was an avid bocce player and dedicated New York Yankee fan. Gene proudly founded and operated "GFC CPA" an accounting and personal investment firm.
Gene enjoyed spending time with his wife Anne and family in Gloucester, MA and Rhode Island. These family gatherings brought Gene and his family some of their fondest memories.
Gene was predeceased by his brother: Donald Casavecchia.
In addition to his wife, he leaves behind his daughters, Deborah Feldman (Andrew), Amanda Riley (Paul) and sons, Matthew Cassavechia (Christine) and Jason Cassavechia (Tracy), eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and many loving nieces and nephews. Gene also leaves behind his youngest brother Anthony "Tony" Cassavechia (Denise).
The family would like to thank the providers that cared for Gene. We are forever grateful and appreciative.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at St. Edward the Confessor Church, New Fairfield, with the Rev. Robert Wolfe, Pastor, officiating. A private burial will follow in Mt. View Cemetery, New Fairfield.
Friends will be received from 10:00 a.m. to 10 :45 a.m. on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at St. Edward the Confessor Church, New Fairfield, CT.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the The Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center, 303 Tunxis Road, West Hartford, CT 06107.
Arrangements by Green Funeral Home, Danbury, CT.
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Nick Panayotou
March 22, 2025
We had many fond memories of
our days together in New Fairfield. Gene was a super guy
and community leader. May he
Rest in peace
Sincere sympathies from the Panayotou family who to all of the
Cassavechia family
Anne-Marie Satkowsky
March 20, 2025
I knew Gene from many NY/CT association seminars and meetings. He was always very kind and caring to me especially and I really appreciated it. May wonderful memories bring you peace and comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult tim. Anne-Marie Satkowsky
Robert Jano
March 13, 2025
Matt, the Jano family is sorry for your loss. I am sure your Dad was proud of you and your brother.
John Lucas
March 11, 2025
Matt,
Condolences to you and your family on your Dad's passing.
May he rest in eternal peace.
Patricia Lopes
March 11, 2025
Dear Cassavechia Family,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of Gene. He was a wonderful man. May he Rest in Peace.
Joe and Pat Lopes
Ira Rubinstein
March 11, 2025
Matt and family, I´m very sorry about your loss.
Jessica M Belair
March 10, 2025
Sending love and light during this very difficult time.
Billy Layda
March 10, 2025
My condolences to Matt and the Cassavechia family on the passing of you father.
May he rest in peace
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