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Paying Tribute to Colleen Mastine
John A. DeFrancisco
April 29, 2013
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Senator John A. DeFrancisco looks on as the director of Casey's Place unveils a plaque in memory of the late Colleen H. Mastine. Mastine, a long-time staffer in Senator DeFrancisco's district office, passed away last year. She was an active member of the board of directors for Casey's Place and a tireless advocate for all local constituents. Casey’s Place in Syracuse provides more than 300 families with respite services for their children.