Mindy Cassella
July 25, 1954 ~ April 12, 2002
Mindy Cassella, 47, of Weirton, died Friday, April 12, 2002, at the Weirton Medical Center. She was born July 25, 1954 in Weirton, a daughter of Mary (Tomasovich) Madden of Weirton and the late Charles William McWhorter. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Michael McWhorter.
Mindy worked as a Crossing Guard for the City of Weirton Police Department. She was a member of Cove Presbyterian Church, Weirton.
In addition to her mother, Mindy is survived by her step-father, Paul Madden of Weirton; her husband, Leonard Cassella of Weirton, whom she married on June 8, 1972; a son, Israel Cassella of Weirton; two daughters, Crystal Cassella Hosemann and her husband Jerry of Houston, TX, and Chantel Cassella Mayhew and her husband Bob of Weirton; one brother, Daniel William McWhorter of Weirton; one sister, Rose McWhorter Clutter of Buckhannon, WV; and four grandchildren, Damon Robert Mayhew, Michaela Rose Cassella, Marijane Mayhew, and Jackson Clement Hosemann.
Visitation will be from 7-9 PM Sunday and 2-4 and 7-9 PM Monday at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, where funeral services will be held 11 AM Tuesday.
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Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
Our thoughts and prayers to you all at this time. Lindy & Karen Vida and family (Hayden Vida-classmate of Damon Mayhew)
Leonard, I am so glad the Bill could get to the Funeral Home to tell you how sorry I am. I am greatful at Uncle Perry’s funeral that I got to speak with Mindy at length, and as usual I felt like I had talked to her the day before. She was so wonderful and I sure will miss her in our family. The great thing about Mindy was that she never waivered in her love for her family and her smile radiated the room. When my mom told me of the accident, I stopped and thought, I don’t even remember her not being in our family. It was always you two! I’ll call you when you have a chance to heal a little. All my love – Hilari
Leonard and family, We were so very sorry to hear about Mindy’s unbelievable mishap! What a shock and what an unfortunate loss. She was loved by a lot of people and we can’t begin to tell you how very sorry we are. Please accept our sincere condolences. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Nothing could ever prepare you for this The Lahrs
Leonard, Crystal, Chantel & Israel, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this trying time. Words can’t express how terrible we feel about what happened. Mindy was a wonderful, caring person and will be greatly missed by so many. Terry & Brenda Bennett
Mindy’s Family & Friends- We are so sorry for your loss. She was an exceptional person and always a joy to talk with. You will be in our thoughts & prayers. Susan, Zac & Taylor
Hi, My name is Pam (Virtue) Christman. I am Married to Charlie and we would like to send our condolences to the entire family. I went to Sunday school with Mindy and Danny. Mindy was always so nice and kind to me and not to mention, pretty. I always thought alot of her.She will surely be missed by all. Bless you all.
We have lost a loved one Taken from us so unfair. God has received a great one One who has deeply cared. For everyone around her Knew how much she shared, Her smile will be with us forever Her laughter held there too She will be up in heaven Watching over me and you. With deepest sympathy, Jody, Amie, Kristen and Marcus Goddard
Leonard & Family, I haven’t seen you or Mindy since I moved to Florida over twenty years ago. However, my brother “Dank” has kept me posted on you and your family over the years. My most sincere sympathy to all of you. Mindy will be greatly missed. Wendy Dankovchik
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this sad time. It is especially hard when we loose loved one so unexpectedly when they are still in the prime of life. Though i did not see Mindy very often, she was always so cheerful and ready to help everyone. She had a great love for her family and friends. She will be greatly missed by many.
we send our deepest sympathy to mindy’s family. she was a beautiful person and we will miss her.
Mindy you will be greatly missed. You were a wonderful mother and a beautiful person.
Bucky, Rose, and families, Sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember her from the swimming pool. What a wonderful gal. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Jerry Hamill
My prayers are with all of you. Gloria Flood
I would like to express my deepest sympathy for Leonard and the family.Mindy and Leonard and myself graduated together and I always felt she was a beautiful person,so nice and friendly.Please know that she was truely care about by all.God bless you all and i will continue to pray for your family.JoAnn
Sending our condolences to the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. The Bakers
I am so sorry for your loss. Mindy will always be remembered as such a fun loving and kind spirited woman who selflessly gave her time and heart to others. God now has beautiful angel by is side to watch over us. Mindy will be sadly missed by all. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Billie Jo O’Connell (sandy) aunt of Chris and Daniel
To the family of Mindy: Mindy was a very happy go lucky person. Knowing her through school,makes me remember her with a smile. She always told me she was going to marry lenoard, I guess she knew how special he was. The world is going to seem a lot smaller with her gone. I give you my deepest condolences. May God bless and keep you. Sincerely Mayola Branlett
Leonard and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember Mindy from the good old Weirton Steeler cheering days. We had lots of fun back then. Mindy was a great friend to my dad, Woody Baird, and to my family. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Angie (Baird) Elliott, Jenny and Natalie Baird, and Linda Baird
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Kelli and Timothy McCoy, Cheryl, Dan, Chris,& Ryan Olexia
To the family of Mindy Cassella: I grew up with Mindy and Danny. They were close friends of mine. Mindy was a good person and will be greatly missed. We are sorry about your loss. May God be with your family through these hard times.
With deepest sympathy Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
When I heard of Mindys death it brought immediate thoughts of high school and her smiling face. My deepest sympathies I send to you and your family. May you draw on Gods strength at this time and understand that He knows exactly how you are feeling. He lost His son. Leonard, you and your family are in our prayers and may God comfort you at this time of great need……..
I went through grade school,junior high, and high school with Mindy. She had boundless energy, a smile for everyone and always saw the humor in things. Somehow…the party was always more fun when she was there. I went through our 1972 year book today and saw her smiling face on several pages. That is how I will remember her. God bless you,Leonard, and your entire family during this time of unbelievable sorrow. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Duke and Noel
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss! Mindy will be sincerely missed by her many many friends and family! You all will be in my thoughts and prayers! Diane
My heart goes out to you Leonard and your family. The love of your life is watching over you still, only now from above. My prayers of sympathy for the loss in your heart. Smile for the wings on your angel as she will always be with you in spirit. God Bless you all. Sherry
Leonard and family, What a terrible shock. My deepest sympathies to you all. My mother and dad send their condolences too. Take care of yourselves!
Bucky, Leonard, and family, Mindy was always cheerful and happy. I am saddened by her death and sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Leonard & family, I was saddened to hear of the tragic accident involving Mindy. Although high school was a long time ago, and I was a few years younger than you both, I can still remember you as a couple whose names were always linked as one. It’s nice to know that still held true all these years later. On behalf on my mom (Dolores Pete) and myself, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Sincerely, Gary Pete
To The Cassella Family, Leonard, Crystal, Chantel, and Israel, Bucky, Paul, and Dan, We are very deeply saddened in the tragedy of Mindy’s untimely death. We will remember her helpfulness at Bible School years ago. What energy and enthusiasm she always shared in her own special way. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers as we know you will grieve her loss in your lives. Remember the consolation and promises of Christ Resurrection for Mindy. God Bless You All–Janet and Terry
Although I did not know Mindy, I just felt like I wanted to share this with all fo you. Every time I was stopped in traffic at her Crossing area, I got the impression of knowing this lady really took her job to heart. She must have been a wonderful lady and a beautiful person to all those that knew and loved her. Your loss is Heavens Gain – She will now be your Guardian Angel from above. Find peace in memories and God Bless all of you. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends, from someone that never knew her!
Although I did not know Mindy, I just felt like I wanted to share this with all fo you. Every time I was stopped in traffic at her Crossing area, I got the impression of knowing this lady really took her job to heart. She must have been a wonderful lady and a beautiful person to all those that knew and loved her. Your loss is Heavens Gain – She will now be your Guardian Angel from above. Find peace in memories and God Bless all of you. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends, from someone that never knew her!
Please accept my sincere sympathy at the loss of Mindy. Although I don’t know Mindy’s family, I knew Mindy from playing softball in the Weirton city league many years ago and more recently from horse and dog related activities. She will be very much missed by more people than you can imagine.
Bucky and familY: You are in our thoughts and prayers. Words cannot express our heartfelt sympathy.
As a memeber of this community my heart goes out to your entire family..sadly to say I was stopped in the traffic the day of the accident and gravely witnessed your loss.. My prayers are with you at your tragic loss.. hearing and reading about this terrible tragedy opens eyes to the person.. she wasnt just a crossing guard. she was a daughter and a mother and a wife and a grandmother and just from viewing these entries ..she was much much more and for that I share your sadness and am deeply sorry
Leonard, When we think of you and Mindy, we think of two sincere smiles that could light up a room. Our deepest sympathies to you & your family.
To Bucky, Leonard and Casella family I have been very saddened by this tragic loss. I grew up with Mindy and my memories of her were that she was always so happy ,possitive and a very beautiful lady. My deepest sympathy to her family and all her friends. John Richmond
Dear Leonard and family, My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Mindy was a very thoughtful and warm person. I will say a prayer for you and your family and may God watch over all of you. When the sun shines it will be Mindy looking down at you and when it is raining it will not be tears of sorrow but of happiness for you to carry on. Again my deepest & warmest sympathy, Melody Kozora Babinchok
I am truly sorry for your recent loss. Mindy was a wonderful person who always took time to listen. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
My deepest Sympathies are with the entire family!!!! I didn’t know Mindy very well, being a former crossing guard I had the opportunity to meet her and I never saw her without a smile!!!! The world has lost a beautiful person!!!!
Leonard, Bucky, Danny and Family: I know that I cannot hope to give you words of comfort. Only God can do that…I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Dan Petrovich and family
Leonard,Israel,Crystal,and Chantel. Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your wife and mother. IT will be a great loss to everybody who knew her. We will be forever greatful for the job she did to keep our children safe. She gave the ultimate sacrifice to protect the chrildren. God be with all of you through this incredibly hard time.
Many years ago Mindy welcomed me into her life as a friend. Every memory I have of high school includes Mindy. She was a joy to know and I am blessed that she was part of my life. I will never forget her. She will live on in my heart forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
To Lenord and the kids, Dan and Mrs. Mcwhorter I wish to express my condolances and prayers.
to all family members you already know of your huge lose and words cannot be enough to comfort you I wish I could hold and hug you all to comfort you in this severe time of tragedy. may God Bless you all
To Bucky, Leonard, Crystal, Chantele, Isreal & Danny: Mindy was a very bright and loving person, truly a delight to have known. She was a compassionate and a faithful friend. Bucky, she was surely the delight of your life. You spoke of her always with so much love and pride in the life she led. May our dear Lord comfort you and make His prescence known to you as never before in this time. Leonard, at such an early time in your life God was truly blessing you with a rare and precious gem when He united your life with Mindys. Surely she honored you as her husband. May you find comfort in knowing you were loved. Crystal, you were the delight of your mothers life. Her little dancer. I remember how she couldn’t even watch when you got your first short haircut (the Dorthy Hamill wedge) Take heart young woman and learn from your mothers example for she was truly a great one. Chantele, life doesn’t always give us many choices but you were chosen to be a daughter. What a precious gift of love you two were able to give to each other and to receive. Treasure that gift always and pass it on. Isreal, you were the little man who most resembled the man she loved most. Grow wise and strong and always make your mother proud for a son is a special gift. Danny, what fun you must have had over the years. Watch out for your sisters interests as she has done for you. My heart aches for all of you. My prayers go up for you. May our precious Lord Jesus comfort you, strenghten you and make Himself known to you in a greater and more personal way than ever before. God bless you!
Crystal, Izzy and Leonard, you have my deepest sympathy and prayers at this most dreadful moment. We must now think of all the precious times you’ve have spent with each other. That is what she would want you to do. God has a plan for us all and many times we don’t understand what that is so we must put our trust in Him knowing he knows what is best for us all. I’m going to place a book in the Library in memory of Mindy. It will be about horses or dogs. I know she loved them dearly. The Library will contact you and let you know when it is put into the collection. Edith Barber and I were going to come down, but Edith hasn’t been well and was afraid she couldn’t stand for as long as we knew it would take to get to speak with you. Our prayers are with all of you. Sincerely, Your neighbor for so many years, Sandy
My deepest sympathies to you Leonard and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Leonard and Family, It has been so long since our old Weir High days and 10 years since I last saw you and Mindy at our reunion. But, I still remember you both like it was just yesterday. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Mindy will be greatly missed! Elaine Kladakis
Leonard and Family, We are in total shock over Mindy’s death. She was a beautiful person. We will miss her laugh and smile. I hope you and your family find comfort knowing that she was loved by everyone who knew her, including us. Sorry we were unable to make it to Weirton. Give all of your family our heartfelt sympathy. Leonard, we will always be your friend. You are in our hearts. Ho and Barb
Leonard and family Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. I will always remember Mindy for her love of animals and kindness. We would always talk at obedience school. She always had a smile on her face whenever I saw her. She will be missed greatly by the school children that she knew and everyone of all ages.
Leonard and family, the nights will be a little darker now that we do not have Mindy’s bubbling personality to brighten the skies. She will be greatly missed by myself, the class of 1972, and the community of Weirton. You have our deepest sympathies. May god bless all of you, Toby and Lee Stoica.
Leonard: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless.
So many memories come rushing back…I simply don’t know what to say but I am so sorry. Mindy will be so missed. My prayers are with your family.
Leonard: You and your family are in our prayers. I will always be greatful for the time I was able to spend with Mindy while she was with us. I look forward to the time when we meet again in better place. She will be missed. Cork
Leonard: You and your family are in our prayers. I will always be greatful for the time I was able to spend with Mindy while she was with us. I look forward to the time when we meet again in better place. She will be missed. Cork
Leonard & Family; Mindy was a wonderful person and she will be truly missed. I will always remember her gentle smile and her zest for life. The class of 72 has truly lost a friend. May God be with you and your family during this sad occasion.
I will always remember her ready smile and joy for life. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Leonard and family I wanted to say how sorry I was to learn of Mindy’s death. I remember her from high school and what a friendly, energetic person she was. I have taught grade school for the past twenty-five years. I know how important the job of crossing guard is to the school and the children. I am sure that she was dearly loved by the children. I pray that God will give you the strength to continue and the understanding as to why these things happen to such nice people. If I can help you in any way, please feel free to contact me.
Dear Leonard, Crystal, Israel, Chantel, Bucky, Rose, and Danny and family… My deepest sympathy goes out to each of you as you suffer this tragic loss. I think of Mindy and so many memories flood my mind, my eyes well up with tears and I think, “No…it’s too soon”. Mindy’s life was an expression of “faithful love”. Leonard, she faithfully loved you her entire life. I remember when she bought that stupid book about married life by Maribel Morgan and kept trying out all those zaney experiments to “wow” you, the only love of her life. Crystal, I remember the day your mom told me she was pregnant with you. We were horsebackriding with Sharon Eckels and we fell off the horse. Then she told me she was pregnant. And you were and still are your mother’s beautiful daughter. Carry her torch well for she laid you a solid foundation. Israel, your mother worked so diligently at mothering her beloved children. Stand strong and firm and walk the straight path in loving respect for the love she faithfully invested in you. You are a wonderful, gifted man…use your talents well. Carry the torch and make her proud. Chantel, few people have the blessing of experiencing the love of two mothers…you have so been blessed. She loved you so very, very dearly and spoke so often of Mike when we were growing up. Bucky, she was a faithful loving daughter in all she did. I remember the “red coat” growing up and how she used to hide it at my house. I remember so many things about Mindy and all of them are good, warm, fond memories. The tragic loss of her life will long affect us all, because there never will be another Mindy. She was truly the generator of warmth in every gathering and she will be remembered as the “faithful friend” to all who knew and loved her. May God bless and keep all of you. In Deepest Sympathy Jodi Kraina
My prayers to Mindy’s family. God bless you.
Our hearts and prayers go out to the family of Mindy. Her loss is a tragedy we will not forget. She was a kind person who would have dropped anything to help you out.
Our hearts are saddened by the loss of Mindy. Please know our prayers and thoughts will be with all of you now and in the future. Mindy was always so fun to talk with especially about the horses and her grandchildren. Dan, Pete, John and I shared school memories with all of you at one time or another. Please know that we care and will be thinking of you.
No words can express the great shock and sorrow I feel over Mindy’s passing. I know the love in your family will keep you all strong. My prayers wil be with you.
Dear Leonard, the McWhorter and Casella Families. I send heartful condolences. I was truly shocked and saddened by the news. I went to Junior High School with Mindy. I remember her vibrant personality, her bracey smiles and cajoling around with all her classmates. She was ever so popular. I last saw her at a 20th HSchool reunion in 1992 where she an Leonard were in attendance. My prayers are with you.
Dear Leonard and family, I was so terribly saddened by the news of Mindy’s passing.As I think back to high school day’s I remember Mindy with great fondness. She was so full of zest for life. May you be comforted in knowing that she is with the Lord and He will be watching over all of you to get you through the days, months ahead. My family and I send our deepest sympathy for your great loss. Sincerely, Donna, Jim, Jennifer and James Donnellon
Leonard, I truly am sorry for the death of Mindy. From my first day in 1st grade Mindy was my freind. I like many people loved Mindy.
I am truly sorry to hear of Mindy’s passing. Your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Leonard, Crystal, Chantelle, and Isreal; I am so sorry for your loss. Mindy was a great person. Like a mother to all of us when we were growing up. Never judgemental and always understanding. She will be truly missed and never forgotten.
Dear Leonard and family, We cannot begin to express the feelings that are in our hearts at such a tragic time. Mindy touched so many lives in so many ways. We have all been blessed for knowing and sharing our lives with such a wonderful person as Mindy. She gave of herself and was there for everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Love, Bob, Terri and Melissa
Leonard, Crystal, Chantelle and Israel: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Mindy was a wonderful mother and friend. Memories that we all shared many years ago will always be treasured and she will never be forgotten. God Bless. Sincerely, Kenyatta Coleman, Nora Coleman and Melissa Coleman
Leonard and family, God loved you so much that he gave you thirty years with beautiful Mindy. She was your friend, your wife, your campanion, and the mother of your children. She was your angel. God has taken her home, where she is now His angel. Embrace the time you had with her and cherish those memories. Find peace in the time you spent together and may God Bless You and your Family. You will be together again.
MY DEAREST FAMILY…I’VE BEEN SO PRIVELEDGED TO HAVE MINDY AS MY COUSIN AND ALSO MY FRIEND…AND I KNOW SHE IS RACING THROUGH HEAVEN ON HER HORSE…WITH THE WIND IN HER FACE…LET’S ALL BE KINDER MORE GENTLE PEOPLE…FOR SHE WAS THE PERFECT EXAMPLE OF LOVE…I SHALL MISS HER GREATLY…HOWEVER, I SHALL BECOME A BETTER PERSON BECAUSE OF HER…I HOPE WE ALL DO!
Leonard and families,GOD HAS TAKEN ANOTHER ANGEL…….He takes special people,for what ever special reason,and now he’s taken mindy,”an angle with a special smile.” May God give all of us the strength to understand and prayers of Peace and Blessings to you all!
Israel I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. I could never imagine losing someone so dear to me. Just always remember that she will always be there smiling down on you though. If you ever need anything I am always there. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your entire family. Lynde Riggs
Dear Leonard, Bucky & Danny, I have many fond childhood memories of Mindy. She knew how to have fun. I am very sorry for your loss.