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1932
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2023
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Carl Cassin Obituary
Carl M. Cassin MD, 91 0f Cheshire, CT and formerly of Hamden, CT and Chelsea, MA passed away Saturday, May 20th surrounded by his loving daughters. He was born in Boston, MA on March 13, 1932, son of Benjamin and Dorothy (Freedman) Cassin. He was predeceased by the love of his life and wife of 64 years, Myrna K. Cassin. Also, predeceased by his sister Claire M. Cassin. He is survived by his 3 devoted daughters, Cheryl Johnson (Dr. Robert Paul Johnson), Dr. Michele Cassin Wong and Susan Cassin Zanker. Carl was the much-adored grandfather of Benjamin (Amy), Luke (Myles), William, Brandon (Liz), Evan, Erik and Jared and great-grandfather of Nathaniel.
Dr. Cassin was a graduate of Harvard, class of 1954 and New York Medical College, class of 1959. After which, he trained at Beverly Hospital (MA) with an internship in surgery followed by his 4-year residency at Yale in Obstetrics and Gynecology. In 1965, Carl entered private practice and was a founding partner of Greater New Haven OB/GYN. Carl was highly respected by the Yale residents for his skills and knowledge, adored by his staff and admired and respected by his partners. His profession was his passion.
Carl was enlisted in the US Army reserves from 1950 to 1965. He loved family time at his home on Cape Cod, travel, books, UCONN basketball, Harvard-Yale Football games and the New England Patriots.
Funeral Services will be held at the Cheshire Hillside Cemetery (Temple Beth David section), 166 Wallingford Road, Cheshire, Tuesday morning at 11:00 AM. Lunch to follow the service. A period of mourning will be observed Tuesday evening from 6:30-8:30 PM at the family's home.
Memorial Contributions may be sent to Labs4rescue, Inc., The Alzheimer's Association or to a charity of one's choice. The Robert E. Shure & Son Funeral Home, New Haven is in care of Arrangements. To sign an online registry book or to leave a message of condolence, please visit; www.shurefuneralhome.com.
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Nadine Williams
October 9, 2023
Dr. Cassin was a wonderful trusted provider, I felt safe in his care. RIP Doc. My condolences to his daughters
R Walters
August 26, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of my Beloved Doctor, passing He was my Doctor for twenty six years . And also delivered my son and continue taking care of us , until I relocated may his soul rest in eternal peace.
Heidi Boettger
July 7, 2023
He delivered my son almost 26 years ago. He walked me around the hallways of the hospital during labor pains and and I had great confidence in him. A real gentleman.
Eileen Williams Esdaile
June 15, 2023
My condolences to the Cassin family....although I was a patient of Dr Lavietes, Dr Cassin delivered my daughter Morgan, 29 years ago...he was also the one who my breast cancer diagnosis began with back in 1998...Lavietes, Cassin and Lynch were the best, now they´re back together
Eileen Williams Esdaile
Linda Varriale
June 11, 2023
Dr. Cassin was my gynecologist. He delivered my first son in 1969. I had my second son but he couldn´t deliver him.He was a very good doctor and Iwas very comfortable with him as the yrs went buy.He was very funny too and had a great personality.May you rest in peace Dr. Cassin.
Mary Lou Sanca
May 27, 2023
So sorry to hear of his passing. He was my favorite Doctor. He was a big help to me through the years. He delivered both my children. He will never be forgotten.
Patsy Glenn
May 25, 2023
My deepest sympathy to Dr Cassin´s daughters and family. Dr. Cassin was my doctor for years and he delivered both my children. I had two cesareans. My son was 10 lbs. 7 oz. and I will always remember his kind and wonderful bedside manner. My son was my first child and I remember him telling me we´re going to have to go in and get him out he´s not going to come out on his own. One of the nurses said he was known as quick Carl they said he does the fastest cesareans. He was such a lovely doctor. I always enjoyed my annual visits. And that´s saying a lot when you have to visit a gynecologist. May you get great comfort in knowing what a special father and grandfather you had.
Donna O'Keefe
May 25, 2023
Condolences to all... Dr. Cassin delivered my first son via C section... I remember being afraid to move after the surgery and his remedy was to tickle me... he said see, your all secured, just sore. Such a wonderful Doctor.
Donna O'Keefe
Leonda Fermo (Lee)
May 25, 2023
I am so Sorry that I was not here for his service
I had the pleasure of working with from the time that he was a resident until he retired.
As a CRNA I always knew that when Dr Cassin was in the room all would be well
He delivered my children and took great care of me
Rest in Gods peace with your beloved ,Myrna, old friend .
Lee Fermo, CRNA
Maria Laudano
May 24, 2023
I worked for Dr. Cassin for many years until he retired. My fondest memory of him was when he was on call all night by himself and come into the office the next morning with bloodshot eyes and whistling. Loved that man. Dr. Cassin was a true gentleman and a top notch physician. My prayers go to all he left behind. RIP Dr. Cassin you are now back with your beloved Myrna.
Maria Laudano
Michele Beavis
May 24, 2023
As a patient of Greater New Haven OB/GYN, Dr. Cassin ended up delivering my first child because he was on call, but he delivered my next two by choice. He started as a man of few words but revealed himself to be compassionate and humorous. I continued with him as my gynecologist until his retirement and extend my deepest sympathies to his daughters and their families; he spoke of you often. He truly was a wonderful man.
Tom and Kristen Gallagher
May 23, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Tom and Kristen Gallagher
Cockle Way
Sears Point
Margaret Withington
May 22, 2023
I joined the Greater New Haven OB/GYN practice as a midwife in 1997 and had the opportunity to work with Dr. Cassin who I had so much respect for as a person and physician. I will always cherish our sports talks about the Red Sox and Patriots because we were both loyal fans. I enjoyed listening about his daughters and all his grandsons during many of those long call nights we had together. Dr Cassin was a wonderful physician and treated women with respect and kindness. RIP my friend and I´m glad you will be with your beloved wife Myrna. You will be missed and loved forever
Margaret Withington CNM
Barbara Loesche
May 22, 2023
Dr. Cassin was my gynecologist/obstetrician for many, many years. He was the most compassionate and knowledgeable physician I ever had. He certainly made a mark on the New Haven Community.
Sincere sympathies,
Hali Moses
May 22, 2023
I will always remember Dr Cassin´s kindness. He was a caring Ob who delivered both our daughters in 1973& 1975! Good memories, sorry for you loss.
Hali
Ellen F.
May 22, 2023
Dr. Cassin delivered my daughter -- he was a kind man with a gentle, reassuring presence. I was grateful to have him as my OB/GYN. May he rest in peace.
Tom Melillo
May 21, 2023
Many years ago I did the flowers for Dr. And Mrs Cassin´s three daughters.
My sincere condolences go out to the girls and their families.
Many fond memories of those days.
Tom Melillo
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Cheshire Hillside Cemetery (Temple Beth David section)
166 Wallingford Road, Cheshire, CT
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Robert E. Shure & Son Funeral Home, Inc.543 George Street, New Haven, CT 06511
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