Robert (Bobby) James Cassella, 84, of North Haven, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on Monday, September 3, 2018. He was the beloved husband of 55 years to Crystal Sagnella Cassella. Bobby was born in New Haven on November 4, 1933 and was the son of the late Erminio and Mary Cucurullo Cassella. He will be remembered for the former Bob’s Auto Glass of West Haven. He served as a New Haven County Special Deputy Sheriff and was a member of the West Haven Lions Club and the Glazers Union Local #1274. Bobby retired from Blue Cross/Blue Shield in North Haven. Father of Michelle Chambrelli (David), Susan Tondalo (Marty) and Doreen Vitiello (Scott). Grandfather of Nicholas, Michael, Danielle and Andrew. Great Grandfather of Dylan. Brother of Marie Jackowitz (Charlie), Nancy Moniz (Ray) and the late Pat and John Cassella. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Bobby will be remembered for his kindness, his smile, and his ability to talk to anyone.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue on Saturday morning at 11:00. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Barnabas Church at 11:30. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. The visiting hours will be Friday from 4 to 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Partnerships Center Adult Day Care, 3 Industrial Circle, Hamden, CT 06517, Mary Wade Home, 118 Clinton Avenue, New Haven, CT 06513 and/or the Alzheimer’s Association of Connecticut, 200 Executive Blvd., Suite 4B, Southington, CT 06489.
Doreen, My sincere condolences to you and your family.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Doreen always spoke so lovingly about her Dad, most notably about his positive spirit and his wonderful sense of humor. I am sorry that I did not have the honor of meeting him during his time on this planet. My sincere condolences to the entire family during this difficult time. I hope that, in some small way, knowing he is among the angels – gives you comfort. You are in my prayers.
Crystal please accept our condolences to you and your family. In our thoughts and prayers
Our deepest sympathy. He was a great man and will truly be missed.
Susan,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. God Bless
To ‘Mrs. Cassella’ (Crystal): I am so sorry for your loss, my heart breaks for you. You were so blessed to have had each other for so many wonderful years together.
To Michelle, Susan and Doreen: I am so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was the kindest teddy bear, with the most infectious laugh. You were all so lucky to have had two wonderful parents who truly loved each other and loved each of you. I spent many days at your house in High School, wishing that I had a family like yours!
<> and prayers to all of you.
Loved our chats around town, especially early mornings at Scotty’s breakfast connection, love all his goodies he had in his bag of tricks. 😇❤️
Dear Crystal and family,
Our prayers, love ❤️ and sympathy to you .
God bless you always.
I remember Bob from his time at Blue Cross. He was the kindest, sweetest guy. Had a wonderful sense of humor. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My deepest sympathies to Mrs. Cassella and the Cassella Family. May he Rest In Peace.
My deepest condolences to you Crystal and the whole family. Bobby was a very sweet man and when we worked together at Blue Cross, talked endlessly about his family. Who knew so many years later, we would play Man Jonng together! I hope all the memories of your years together bring comfort.
deepest sympathy to the entire family
Doreen and family ,my family and I would like to express our deepest condolences on the passing of your dear father..he was the sweetest person..im glad I got to see him in June
We love you all and your in our prayers Lisa,Danielle,Koby
To all you beautiful people. Peace and love to you all. May this wonderful man Rest In Peace.
Crystal and family , how very sad you must be to loose such a wonderful husband and father. I am so sorry for your loss and I pray for your comfort through-out this ordeal. May the Peace of Christ surround you and may he hold you in his hands.
Crystal Alan and I often speak of “the old days”. Peace and love to you and the girls we pray for you during this difficult time.
Doreen and family. I was so saddened to hear of your loss. I will pray for you and your family.
Dear Crystal, So sorry to hear of Bobby’s passing. He was a sweet, friendly man, we had the pleasure of knowing. Please accept our deepest condolences. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Crystal I just found out that.oday!! Max and send our condolences to you and your family.!!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!!!