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Joseph Cassiere Obituary
Shreveport, LA - Joseph Louis Cassiere of Shreveport, Louisiana, died on July 17, 2013. Visitation will be held at The Cathedral of St. John Berchmans, 939 Jordan Street, on Friday, July 19 at 1 p.m. Recitation of the rosary will begin at 1 p.m., followed by a funeral Mass at 2 p.m. Officiating will be Fr. Joseph Ampatt. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery.
Mr. Cassiere was born in Shreveport on February 5, 1923, and lived there the majority of his life. He was a member of The Cathedral of St. John Berchmans and, until it closed, St. Theresa's Catholic Church. His ministries at St. Theresa's included eucharistic minister, lector, catechism teacher and parish council member. He was a graduate of Centenary College in Shreveport and received an advanced degree from Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, Louisiana. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a longtime educator who taught at Queensborough, Laurel Street and Hillsdale elementary schools and at Friendship Academy. He was principal at St. Theresa's and Holy Rosary schools. He coached youth teams which won Shreveport Parks and Recreation city championships in football, basketball, speedball and baseball.
He was preceded in death in 2007 by his wife of 62 years, Louise May Bordelon Cassiere. He is survived by his five children: Josette L. Cassiere and her husband, Robert W. Gillespie Jr.; Joseph L. Cassiere II and his wife, Melissa Fox Cassiere; S. Germain Cassiere, MD and his wife, Erin Hyde Cassiere; Mary Alice Cassiere; and Edward P. Cassiere and his wife, Sharon Berken Cassiere. He is survived by 10 grandchildren: Erin Katherine Cassiere, MD, S. Germain Cassiere III, Sarah L. Gillespie, R. Paul Gillespie, Michael S. Gillespie, Rachel Marie Cassiere, Sarah Christine Cassiere, Stephen James Goebel, Katrina Louise Cassiere and Amy Therese Cassiere.
Pallbearers will be Michael S. Gillespie, S. Germain Cassiere III, Stephen J. Goebel, Ronald J. Miciotto, David Worthington and Travis Sayers. Honorary pallbearers will be C. Michael Bordelon and R. Paul Gillespie.
The family wishes to express sincere appreciation for the care received at The Glen and the care provided by St. Joseph Hospice.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the St. Vincent DePaul Society at The Cathedral of St. John Berchmans.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Cassiere
Mark R. Walker
July 12, 2024
What a wonderful human being !! Mr Cassiere was my 6th grade teacher and I loved being in his class.
I remember him always having crackers and cheese for a snack during recess- started bringing the same thing for a snack !! lol
There is no doubt that Mr. Cassiere was a major positive influence on my life !!
Mark Bell
July 29, 2013
Coach was a terrific person. His large voice in practice helped motivate players with enthusiasim. His larger than life presence projected authority with the right amount of caring which made him a great leader of young boys learning to play football, basketball or any sport. He was a great role model. I am so blessed to have spoken with him by phone a few months ago and having exchanged greetings this past Christmas.
God Bless the Cassiere family.
Doug Young
July 25, 2013
I was in Mr. Cassiere's 6th grade class at Queensboro Elementary in 1965/66. He was one of my favorite teachers and I had tremendous respect for him. I will never forget he let us watch the World Series on TV in class. God bless him and all his family.
July 23, 2013
Cassiere Fanily,
My sympathy to all of the family for the loss of their father. Josette my dear friend whom I have known since we were 10 made it possible to get to know him as well as her mother and the rest of the children. I have wonderful memories of him and the entire family.
My prayers are with all of you.
Peggy Lalena Short
Becky Jamroz
July 22, 2013
My prayers are with each of the Cassiere family members.
Toni Medford
July 22, 2013
This man made a large impact on my life when he was my teacher at Queensborough Elem. Prayers to his family during this difficult time.
David Worthington
July 22, 2013
I will always be grateful for a competitive, encouraging, positive, affirming coach during my years as a child growing up in Shreveport. He made football practice fun and I played on his 75 lb football team, 1952-1955. He befriended our parents and made each family feel special. He was a good influence for a lot of boys.
JON SIMPSON
July 19, 2013
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
July 19, 2013
Dr. Cassiere, Our prayers are with you and your family. Travis and LaVerne Wall
Robert and Janet Henderson
July 19, 2013
Josette, So sorry to hear about your father's passing. God's blessing to you and your family.
Mike Dailey
July 19, 2013
Coach was my mentor as well as coach at Queensborough. Other than my father, he had the most impact on me during my most formative years. I can still see him demonstrating how to run an end sweep during football practice at Lakeshore Junior High. Every time I see a black four-door chevy sedan, I smile and think of Coach.
Ralph Miller
July 19, 2013
My favorite teacher. I will never forget Mr. Cassiere.
Barbara & Danny Latin
July 19, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Mary Young
July 19, 2013
TO DR. CASSIERE AND FAMILY: Praying for you at this time that the God of Peace and Comfort will indeed Comfort you now and forever.
John 6:39-40
And this is the will of him who sent me, that I shall lose none of all that he has given me, but raise them up at the last day. For my Father's will is that everyone who looks to the Son and believe in him shall have eternal life, and I will raise hime up at the last day.
Praying for you and Your Family:
Mary A. Young
Willis Knighton Hospital
Case Management.
Mark Walker
July 19, 2013
To the family of Joseph Cassiere,
I was in Mr. Cassiere's 6th grade class at Queensborough Elementary School. If my memory serves me correctly, everyone wanted to be in Mr. Cassiere's class-- fortunately several of my neighborhood friends were selected to be in his class for our 6th grade year. Mr. Cassiere had a positive influence on my life as well as all of the students he taught, coached or was an administrator for. Some of the "Queensborough" gang had planned to visit with Mr. Cassiere this summer upon learning that he was still in Shreveport-- a visit that I regret I was unable to make before his passing. Being an educator myself for 36 yrs-- I know that your students always must come first. I can honestly say that Mr. Cassiere always put his students first-- a true gentleman, educator, and leader for all of his students to follow. Dr. Cassiere-you should be very proud of the life that your father lived and know that he is receiving his reward for a life of service to mankind. I am honored to have been and will forever be one of Mr. Cassiere's "students" !!! God Bless you and your family during your time of loss and sorrow. My family and I will keep you in our prayers!!
July 19, 2013
Dr. Cassiere:
May God comfort you and your family in this hour of sorrow. Janis Williams and Family
July 19, 2013
Mr. Cassiere taught my mother at Queensboro Elementary in the 50's. He was my 6th grade math teacher at Hillsdale Elementary in 1975. Mr.C was a wonderful teacher and a kind soul. Just the other day, I was teaching my daughter something Mr. Cassiere taught me many years ago. He may be gone from us, but his teaching legacy will live through many generations. I havent seen him in 30 years, but I feel like I've lost a dear friend.
Reggie Lewis
Paul Tinker
July 19, 2013
Dr C.............so sorry to hear of your father's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Caroline Chartier
July 19, 2013
Dear Family,
My prayers are with you in the passing of your father. He left a wonderful legacy in the lives he touched through his wonderful works in his journey through this life. God bless you always.
A grateful R.N.
July 19, 2013
Dear Dr. Cassiere, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. After reading all the kind words of condolence for your father it is easy to see how you became the compassionate Doctor that you are. I was always happy to see you on the floor I worked. God bless you and yours at this difficult time.
Steve McDonald
July 19, 2013
Mr. Cassiere was my baseball coach from elementary school through Jr. high. He taught me a lot about baseball, but what he taught me about kindness, consideration, and respect for others still makes me smile today. Mr. Cassiere showed me that a person can be a teacher, coach, leader or father simply by showing respect.
It has been many years since I played on St. Theresa's ball team, but I still remember those years with Germaine, Joe and the gang and feel blessed I met Mr. Cassiere. My condolences to the family, but thank you for sharing your dad with others.
Gary and Pat Covington
July 18, 2013
Dr Cassiere- we are very sorry to hear about your father's death. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
karla bridges
July 18, 2013
I'm sorry for your loss. He was my favorite teacher at Hillsdale elem. God bless you all. Karla Bridges
Elaine Brakefield
July 18, 2013
Mr. Cassiere was my sixth grade teacher (and my husband's) thirty seven years ago, at Hillsdale Elementary. To this day, we still talk about him with great fondness. He was the kindest man and had a unique ability to teach children and make it fun....even math. I will never forget all the things I learned from him. I know the speed of sound and light, and which direction south is (to this day)....and I definitely know where he has gone, as he was most certainly "borrowed from God". My deepest sympathies to his family.
Deb Lyles
July 18, 2013
Ed, you and your family have my deepest sympathy.
Lori Mainiero
July 18, 2013
I only met Mr. Cassiere in the last few years when he attended morning Mass at the Catholic Center. His encouragement led me to become a Eucharistic Minister in my own church, and his example is the primary reason I stepped outside of myself enough to sign up to take Holy Communion to our parish's closest nursing home residents. I will be forever grateful for having known his beautiful and generous spirit.
July 18, 2013
Mr. Cassiere was my favorite teacher, as I am sure he was for many others. What a legacy he has left. Thinking of all the family members. Cathy Whitten Sledge
Robert LaBorde
July 18, 2013
Mr. Cassiere and I shot Trap (clay targets) together and he always acted like a fine southern gentleman and was part of a wonderful family. He will be missed. Robson Cupples asked me to express his regrets as well. For several years, Mr. Cassiere was part of our local Trapshooting community.
Red and carol Whittington
July 18, 2013
Josette , we were sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Our blessings for you and your family. Love you.
July 18, 2013
Mr. Cassiere was a great man with a gentle heart. The book he gave me as a child was titled People Need People. It's still on my bookshelf.
Rosie & Tom Lamoureux
July 18, 2013
Dr. Cassiere, I'm so sorry for your loss, you and your family will be in our prayers.
July 18, 2013
Josette,
My prayers are with you and your family.
Frankie Suzanne was just reading a book he gave her from St. Theresa School nearly 30 years ago. She talked about him often - what an impression he left on her.
Marva Jones and family
Paul Brown
July 18, 2013
Mr.Cassiere was my 6th grade teacher at Queensboro Elementary. I ran across my class picture the other day with him and all the class. He was a wonderful teacher and person. May Gods love be with the family. Everyone will be in our prayers. Paul Brown
Rose Halbrook
July 18, 2013
Dr Cassiere I am so sorry for your loss.
You and your family will be in my prayers.
Ann Gilmore
July 18, 2013
Joe, Melissa, Sarah and Rachael, I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. Cassiere's passing.God's blessings and comforting hands be on you all!!!
ZD Meachum
July 18, 2013
So sorry, Alice, to hear of your father's passing. God bless you and all the family. -- Z. D. and Janet Meachum
Tim Looney
July 18, 2013
To all the Cassiere family my thoughts and prayers go out to you. Your dad was a wonderful man, and all our lives are better for having been touched by him.
Barbara Fulkerson
July 18, 2013
Dear Mary Alice and all the Cassieres
Y'all are all in my prayers.
I still miss hanging out at meal time with the family.
Both of your parents were the kindest, loveliest and best example of a true marriage. I still think of them often.
Love, Barbara Lewis
For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
July 18, 2013
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Joseph Louis Cassiere our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Joe. And to Joe it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving in the U.S. Army. Joe, we commend you for your honorable service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Joe's family and loved ones.
Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
James Maziarz, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
Gail Suggs Haynes
July 17, 2013
Alice and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I have such fond memories of your dad and will never forget him. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers, Love all of you,
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