Sunday, July 27, 2008

From Today's New York Times

Michael Joseph Decasper
DECASPER--Michael Joseph, 45, of NYC and East Chatham, NY, died July 22, 2008 at his home surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Michael was an assistant director for "The Sopranos" and many movies. He was a proud Florida Gator with a deep passion for music, sports, and politics. Michael is survived by his wife and best friend of 26 years, Amy Lauritsen, parents Linda and Dennis Beynon, sister Mary DeCasper, brother-inlaw Matt Dobbins, in-laws Sally and Paul DeMartini, Linda Jesberg, Scott Lauritsen, Marcia Cowin and Rick Lauritsen, nieces, nephews and countless friends. He was a special man who will be missed by all. A memorial service will be planned at a later date. The family is requesting donations in Michael's name to: Dr. Allyson Ocean Research Fund, c/o Allyn Rose, Weill Cornell Development Office, Box 123, 525 East 68 St. NY, NY 10065.
Published in the New York Times on 7/27/2008