RAYMOND CASSIN

ESSEX JUNCTION — Raymond Cassin, age 96, passed away peacefully at home with family by his side May 3, 2026, following a sudden decline in health.

Ray was deeply loved by his family, friends, and the staff at Mansfield Place in Essex Junction, where he resided during the last two years of his life. His positive attitude, gift for storytelling, and genuine interest in others made him a wonderful companion and friend. In losing Ray, his family lost a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed.

Ray was married for 56 years to the love of his life, Sheila Cassin, who predeceased him in 2012. Family was at the center of Ray’s life, and he especially loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. In later years he shared loving relationships with Mary Lew Collins, who predeceased him in 2023, and with Leni Jorschick, whose presence brought him comfort and happiness.

Ray was dedicated to serving both his community and church. He was a past president of Middlebury’s Rotary Club, a founding board member of Addison County Home Health & Hospice, served as a lister for the Town of Middlebury, and volunteered with Saint Mary’s Church and Porter Hospital.

Ray worked for 35 years with Metropolitan Life Insurance, earning his Chartered Life Underwriter designation early in his career. After retirement, he founded Cassin Real Estate and enjoyed a second career in real estate sales. He also proudly served his country during the Korean War.

Ray took great pleasure in duck hunting, golfing, canoeing, skiing, traveling, and attending his children and grandchildren’s activities.

He is survived by his four children: David Cassin and his wife Sara of Goffstown, N.H.; Anne Greshin and her husband Adam of Warren, Vt.; Jan Plaza and her husband Scott of Essex Junction, Vt.; and Steve Cassin and his wife Daphne of Franklin, Tenn. He also leaves behind eleven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his brother, Bernard, and sister, Jacqueline Chapdelaine.

A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Saturday, May 16, at 10 a.m. at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Middlebury. Following the Mass, family and friends are invited to gather at the Kirk Alumni Center at Middlebury College for a time of fellowship and remembrance. There will be a private graveside burial at Weybridge Hill Cemetery.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the caring staff at Mansfield Place and BAYADA Home Health Care for their compassion and support.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Addison County Home Health & Hospice, P.O. Box 754, Middlebury, Vt. 05753.◊