Christopher L. Cass, 74

BOYLSTON - Christopher L. Cass, 74, of Boylston, longtime professor died Wednesday, August 31, 2016 after an illness surrounded by his loving family.

Mr. Cass was born in Winston Salem, North Carolina son of the late Henry and Marie (Burchette) Cass. He graduated from Guilford College in Greensboro, NC, Boston University and did his PhD work at Northeastern University in Boston.

Chris's first several jobs were with engineering firms such as R.J. Reynolds in Winston-Salem, NC and Badger Engineering and Construction in Cambridge. He was a Sociology professor for over forty years teaching at Northeastern University for over twenty five years, Framingham State University, University of Massachusetts- Lowell and Quinsigamond College in Worcester.

He leaves his wife of 53 years, Carolyn E. (Wood) Cass; two daughters, Leigh T. Matiunas and her husband, Steven of Alexandria, VA and Sarah E. Cass of Boylston; three granddaughters, Sophia, Charlotte and Paige; a brother, James Windsor Cass of Windsor Crossroads, NC and a sister, Catherine Marie Saunders of Winston-Salem, NC; a nephew, James, Jr., of High Point, NC and a niece, Cass Simon of Lyon, France.

Chris enjoyed carpentry and always had a job in progress at his home; he also was very proud of his gardening skills.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Professor Cass's family on Tuesday, September 6, 2016 from 9:30-11:00am in the BRITTON-SHREWSBURY FUNERAL HOME, 648 Main Street, Shrewsbury. A Service of Remembrance will follow at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to Worcester Animal Rescue League, 139 Holden Street, Worcester, MA 01606. To leave a note of condolence for the family or to view his Book of Memories, please visit, www.brittonfuneralhomes

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Sep. 3 to Sep. 4, 2016.

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Christine Duby

September 4, 2016

Sarah and I were such good friends as kids, you guys were always so great. I am so sorry for your loss. From the whole Duby family, your old neighbors, you are in our thoughts and prayers!

Christine Duby

September 4, 2016

Sarah and I were such good friends as kids, you guys were always so great. I am so sorry for your loss. From the whole Duby family, your old neighbors, you are in our thoughts and prayers!

Diana Graham

September 4, 2016

Hi Carol. I have kept up with you and Chris through Cathy. I know his illness has been a challenge for you and your girls. I'm so sorry for your loss. Brownie and I have known Chris, Cathy, and Jimmy our whole lives. We have good good memories of them all. That family is and was the best! Love, Diana Graham, Winston-Salem, N.C.

Laurie and Phil Davis

September 4, 2016

Dear Carolyn, Sarah and Leigh,
Phil and I send our deepest sympathy on the death of your dear husband and father. He was a fine gentleman and it has been our privilege to know him as a neighbor and a friend. The girls will miss their doting grandpa. Chris will be missed.
With our love,
Laurie and Phil

jacob farley

September 4, 2016

chris was a very good friend of mine in high school

Billings Family

September 4, 2016

Carolyn & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Chris was such a compassionate guy. Always tending to his yard or constructing something special. Conversations were inspirational, as he would tuck in interesting facts on any number of topics. Missing him. Hugs for everyone.

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