Florian F. Cassutt, 86, dies unexpectedly

Florian F. Cassutt, age 86, of Hudson, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at Hudson Hospital.

Florian “Cass” Cassutt, age 86, of Hudson, died unexpectedly Tuesday, March 2, 2010, at the Hudson Hospital.

He was born on May 3, 1923, in Elkader, Iowa, the son of Leo and Anastasia (Downy) Cassutt. He attended St. Joseph parochial school graduating from high school before furthering his education at Upper Iowa University. He received his degree in teaching. As a young man, he enlisted in the armed forces where he proudly served in the United States Army. He served during World War II as a corporal in Coast Artillery in San Diego. Upon his return, he would meet the former Joyce Kathryn Williams. The two were united in marriage on June 13, 1953, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Mankato. This union would be blessed with three children.

In 1959, Mr. Cassutt began teaching at Hudson High School. He taught American studies, psychology, and economics. He also served as assistant principle for Hudson High School. On the side, he coached boy’s JV football and basketball, boy’s varsity baseball, and girl’s varsity basketball.

One of Cass’s favorite pastimes was baseball. In fact, he played professional ball for the St. Louis Cardinals with the likes of Stan Musial, Joe Garigiola, and Earl Weaver. His other passion was sweets! Anything chocolate was fair game and cake doughnuts were never safe around him. He also enjoyed a round or two of golf and was a devout member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.

He will fondly be remembered by his wife, Joyce; children, Michael (Cindy) Cassutt, Mark (Donna) Cassutt, Nancy (Chris) Ison; grandchildren, Ryan, Alexandra, Kathryn, Zachary, Allison, Elliot, Ethan; siblings, Dorothy (Bob) Allen, Jean Ann (Bob) Hinds, and Jim Cassutt.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Joseph and Ray Cassutt; and his sister, Catherine (John) Degenford.

Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday, March 5, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Hudson. Burial was held afterwards at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery in Bloomington, Minnesota. Memorials preferred.

Services were in the care of the O’Connell Family Funeral Home – Hudson.

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