Michael E. Cassano, 67, of Franklin, passed away, Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. He was born on October 30, 1956 in Franklin, a son of Albert and Mary Toscano Cassano. He married Joan Fleming on October 1, 1992, she survives.
He was a 1975 graduate of Venango Catholic. Michael attended Franklin High School until his senior year. He was employed as a TSA substitute teacher. Michael was a member of Saint Patrick Roman Catholic Church. He was a past president of the Franklin Eagles, and coached football for 19 years for Franklin High School.
In addition to his loving wife, Joan Cassano, Michael is survived by a son, Michael Cassano and his wife, Kara of Cooperstown; a daughter, Lauren Cassano and her fiancé, James Miller of Franklin; six grandchildren, Cole, Darius, and Damian Cassano of Franklin, Dominic, Jaxson, and Gabriella Miller of Franklin; two step-grandchildren, Alexis Clark of Pittsburgh and Courtney Clark of Franklin; two brothers, Albert A. Cassano and his wife, Rosemary of New Castle and Paul A. Cassano and his wife, Karen of Austintown, Ohio; a sister, Margaret Euless and her husband, Michael of Pittsburgh; and several nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents; an infant daughter, Lindsey E. Cassano; and a sister, Marie Cassano.
Services for Michael will be held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Michael’s memory to Shriner’s Children’s Hospital, 1645 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16505, online at www.donate.lovetotherescue.org, or to help defray medical expenses.
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Michael’s Book of Memories online at www.WarrenFH.com.
Arrangements are in the care of Gardinier-Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin.
Joan, Mike, Lauren and kids: I really don’t know what to say. Our deepest sympathies to all of you. We have lost touch for the past couple years and Judy let us know this morning of his passing. This website asks we share a memory…who can forget our trip to Myrtle Beach passing pop tarts while driving across the bridge in Virginia or the crab that Bub caught and put in our condo! Camping in flooded tents in Titusville,, dinners, parties…a awful lot of memories. May Mike rest in peace and you all are surrounded in comfort. Doug and Joni
Many memories with Mike include working together to him driving my race car at TRI City Speedway many years ago, sad to hear of his passing my condolences go out to his family my God be with you all through this difficult time….John Winters
It would be impossible to list all the memories we have of Mike. Some funny, like him slamming a chair into the back of my knees at our wedding (hey, he was a 13 yr old altar boy), to all the times he and Joan helped us out. I guess you could say he was more like an annoying younger cousin to Barry. It’s hard to believe he’s gone. Our sympathy and condolences to all of you. Wendy and Barry and family
Joan and family,
I am so very sorry to hear about Mike. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. I am here for you if you need anything at all.
Deb Flaherty
So sorry to hear about Mike. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Joan and family.
So very sorry to hear about Mike passing away. I graduated with him from VC. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Mason
Sorry for your loss. He was a nice guy. May he RIP.
Bern & Kim Walz
Q: How did you meet Michael?
A: LIVED IN FRANKLIN PA.HE WAS A GREAT PERSON