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In memory of
Louie Casiello
October 19, 1956 - April 25, 2024
Oct 19, 1956 - Apr 25, 2024
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Background
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved historian and chef, Louie Casiello. Anyone who knew Louie knew him for his hard work and excellence in the kitchen. He and his brother Nick ran successful pizzerias since they were 17. Louie also shared the culinary gifts inherited from his father in restaurants across Long Island. Sadly, his long career came to an abrupt end after a debilitating back injury left him unable to work and in constant pain.
About two months ago, things were looking better. Louie had finally been cleared for a life-changing surgery; one that would give him his mobility back and allow him to return to the kitchen. While the procedure was successful, a bleeding ulcer caused him to aspirate three days after his surgery. Although Louie was brought back, his brain was deprived of oxygen far too long. Today, April 25th 2024, Louie lost his battle to come back to us. He is now with his parents, his brother Wally, his Uncle Billy, his Aunt Phyllis and his dog Roscoe.
Unfortunately, dedicating his life to running his own businesses and sharing his skill in the kitchen did not offer many opportunities for health or life insurance. The time from work and medical care that followed his back injury have drained his finances.
Donations to this fund will go to pay for final expenses to lay Louie to rest. Anything you can give in memory of this amazing man is greatly appreciated. We will miss him forever, but we take comfort in knowing he is somewhere with the air conditioner on full blast, watching old movies with a few dogs curled up beside him. And, hopefully, someone is cooking for him for a change.
Rest easy, chef. As you wish. Contribute
About two months ago, things were looking better. Louie had finally been cleared for a life-changing surgery; one that would give him his mobility back and allow him to return to the kitchen. While the procedure was successful, a bleeding ulcer caused him to aspirate three days after his surgery. Although Louie was brought back, his brain was deprived of oxygen far too long. Today, April 25th 2024, Louie lost his battle to come back to us. He is now with his parents, his brother Wally, his Uncle Billy, his Aunt Phyllis and his dog Roscoe.
Unfortunately, dedicating his life to running his own businesses and sharing his skill in the kitchen did not offer many opportunities for health or life insurance. The time from work and medical care that followed his back injury have drained his finances.
Donations to this fund will go to pay for final expenses to lay Louie to rest. Anything you can give in memory of this amazing man is greatly appreciated. We will miss him forever, but we take comfort in knowing he is somewhere with the air conditioner on full blast, watching old movies with a few dogs curled up beside him. And, hopefully, someone is cooking for him for a change.
Rest easy, chef. As you wish. Contribute
Funds are being collected and disbursed by Nicole DePietro, Louie's niece.
Recent contributions
$40.00
June 23, 2024, 4:11 a.m. PDT
Kathy and Tommy VanManen
$100.00
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June 18, 2024, 10:03 a.m. PDT
$30.00
May 9, 2024, 8:46 p.m. PDT
Anonymous
$25.00
May 4, 2024, 5:43 p.m. PDT
$100.00
May 4, 2024, 5:29 p.m. PDT
$100.00
May 3, 2024, 1:32 p.m. PDT
Anonymous
$10.00
May 2, 2024, 1:45 p.m. PDT
$50.00
May 1, 2024, 8:36 a.m. PDT
Nikki and tracey
$100.00
Submitted by Nicole Salamone on
April 30, 2024, 3:21 p.m. PDT
$25.00
April 30, 2024, 3:08 a.m. PDT
$100.00
April 29, 2024, 8:44 p.m. PDT
$20.00
April 29, 2024, 9:51 a.m. PDT
Maria Diglio & Liz Ceffalia
$50.00
Submitted by Maria Diglio on
April 29, 2024, 7:27 a.m. PDT
$50.00
April 27, 2024, 4:58 p.m. PDT
$25.00
April 27, 2024, 12:18 p.m. PDT
$50.00
April 27, 2024, 9:43 a.m. PDT
$100.00
April 27, 2024, 8:40 a.m. PDT
$200.00
April 27, 2024, 4:25 a.m. PDT
$200.00
April 26, 2024, 11:23 p.m. PDT
$100.00
April 26, 2024, 9:14 p.m. PDT
Anonymous
$25.00
April 26, 2024, 9:03 p.m. PDT
$20.00
April 26, 2024, 8:31 p.m. PDT
$100.00
April 26, 2024, 7:13 p.m. PDT
Anonymous
$50.00
April 26, 2024, 6:55 p.m. PDT
Anonymous
$100.00
April 26, 2024, 6:53 p.m. PDT
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A very sad loss, for everyone! your son and daughter and your 4 beautiful grandsons will forever cherish the memories! …
A very sad loss, for everyone! your son and daughter and your 4 beautiful grandsons will forever ch…
A very sad loss, for everyone! your son and daughter and your 4 …
Rest in Peace in the arms of the Lord. You will be greatly missed
Rest in Peace in the arms of the Lord. You will be greatly missed
Rest in Peace in the arms of the Lord. You will be greatly missed
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I have so many memories of you through out the years that I couldn't possibly write about them all.…
I have so many memories of you through out the years that I coul…
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