Carol Ann Cassidy Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Carol Ann Cassidy of Ashland, Massachusetts, who passed away on November 14, 2025, at the age of 77, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Carol Ann find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Austin Needham and Anna Needham (Carey); her husband Michael Cassidy; her daughter Gina McLaughlin; her brother Paul Austin Needham; and her grandson Jeffrey Smith Jr..
She is survived by: her daughter Christine Almeida of Framingham; her niece Julie Butler of Sturbridge; and her nephew David Needham of Worcester. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and her beloved cats.
In lieu of flowers donations in Carol's memory may be made to the American Legion Boys and Girls State Foundation (https://www.paypal.com) to sponsor an Ashland High School student scholarship.
