Keith A. Cassell, 42, of School Street, Danielson, died suddenly, Tuesday, March 5, 2013 in an auto accident. He was the husband of Danielle (Thompson) Cassell; they were married September 4, 1999. He was born March 18, 1970 in New Haven, CT, son of Carolyn (Gervasio) Gregory of Clinton, CT and Dale Cassell of Milford, CT. Keith was a skilled carpenter working construction for many years. He enjoyed gardening, working around the house, fishing and crabbing. He loved spending time with his family and dirt biking with his son. He was very Intelligent, a great handyman and an incredible father, son and brother. Keith was a graduate of Hand High School in Madison, CT and of Johnson & Wales Culinary Institute with a degree in management and culinary arts. He was an excellent guitarist and played in several bands while in high school. Keith was an avid lifelong New York Yankee fan. He leaves his wife Danielle Cassell of Danielson, CT, his mother Carolyn, his father Dale and his wife Sally, his children Gage Cassell and Scarlett Cassell of Danielson, CT, his sisters Robin Page of Silverthorne, CO, Holly Cassell of Encinitas, CA, a nephew Joseph Knight, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Calling hours are Monday, March 11, 2013 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at Smith and Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove Street, Putnam, CT, followed by a funeral service at 12 noon at the Church of the Nazarene Church, 96 Lewiston Avenue, Willimantic, CT. Burial in Grove Street Cemetery, Putnam. Donations may be made to “The Cassell Children”, c/o First Niagara Bank, 250 East Main Street, Clinton, CT 06413. To share a memory with his family “Light a Candle” at www.smithandwalkerfh.com