John Peter Vassak of Brewster, NY, loving husband father and grandfather, passed away Monday December 23rd, 2024 at the age of 84.
John was born on June 24th, 1940, in Mount Kisco, NY, son of the late Joseph and Catharine (Johnston) Vassak. After graduating from St. Mary’s High School of Katonah, NY in 1958 he attended Saint Michaels College in Colchester, Vermont obtaining his undergraduate degree. He then went on to obtain a master’s degree from the University of Bridgeport in CT. On August 10th, 1974, he married Regina (Burke) in North Salem, NY. John taught Social Studies for the North Salem Central School District for 43 years, retiring in 2005. He enjoyed being the leader of the 8th Grade Washington D.C. trip for many years.
John was a Eucharistic Minister and proud member of the North Salem Historical Society serving as the corresponding secretary as well as being part of the Putnam Ranger 4-H club which he and his wife led out of their Brewster home. John was also seen often volunteering at the St. Joseph’s food pantry. During his free time John enjoyed traveling, gardening, skiing, taking French classes and spending time with beloved friends and family.
John is survived by his wife Regina; three sons Gregory (Kristine) Vassak of Brewster, NY, James (Rachel) Vassak of Ridgewood NJ, and Paul (Marela) of Wyckoff NJ. His brother Joseph (Ginger) Vassak of North Salem, NY, and his seven Grandchildren; Katherine, Sean, Serena, Natalie, Clara, Isabella and Gabriella. He is predeceased by his brothers Robert and William Cleary.
Calling hours took place on Friday 27th December 2024, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at the Beecher Funeral Home, 1 Putnam Ave., Brewster, NY.
A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Saturday 28th December 2024, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Somers, NY at 10:00am, followed by a private interment.
