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Memories and Condolences
for Elena Catelli
February 23, 2011
Dear Joan,
Unfortunately, I just learned of your mother's passing and wanted you to know that I have very fond memories of her! Not only was she a wonderful inspiration to young people at Lowell, but to fledgling teachers as I was in the 1960's. Mrs. Catelli made me feel secure and confident in my abilities as an educator. She had a warm and radiant smile which always assured me of her sincerity. My very best wishes to you.
Barbara Pope Mhadi Goldberg
November 21, 2010
Dear Joan,
Please accept my condolences and sympathy at the passing of your Mother. As an "old" time volunteer at Lowell's VICCI center (and I'm still there most Friday mornings) I treasure the thoughtful notes and kind words of encouragement you showed me and all volunteers.
I'd love to see you again.
Sincerely,
Darlene Shadel
November 14, 2010
Joan and Edith: Please accept my condolences at the loss of your Mom who worked with so many young people at Lowell. Joan, I know the amount of time you spent looking out for her and please accept my prayers for the wonderful life she had and shared with others.---John Donohue
November 12, 2010
Dear Joan and Edie: I read with sadness of the death of your mother, Elena. She was a great lady and a great friend to my late husband, Jim, me, and our family. How wonderful that she was with you for such a long life.
With prayers and love,
Nancy Kearney
Cindy Rosenheim
November 11, 2010
Joan,
I had no idea you were marching in your mother's footsteps as a beloved teacher and counselor at Lowell! I read your words with sadness this morning, but was also heartened by the description of the long, fruitful and beautiful life that she led.
Please accept deepest condolences from all the Rosenheims.
With love,
Cindy
November 11, 2010
She was a wonderful person and teacher.
Bob Bransten Lowell 1952
Peter Dahl
November 11, 2010
I graduated from Lowell (class of 1953), but did not have Elena (I took French). Then I returned to Lowell as a teacher (Chem / Math) in 1958. She was such a sweet person - everyone liked her. After she retired and as Science Dept Head, I worked with Joanie Catelli - who was also a great Counselor and an expert on college admissions. Lowell was so lucky to have both of the Catellis as teachers/counselors.
November 11, 2010
Outstanding lady. I will always remember her kindness to me when I was a beginning teacher at Lowell and throughout my carrer. We were both members of the Leonardo da Vinci Society. She is certainly in Heaven now.
Michael Descilo
Janet Paige
November 11, 2010
Farewell neighbor. You will be missed and remain in our thoughts. Janet
November 11, 2010
Super Lady, Super Teacher. I was not her best Spanish student, but I used what she taught me to go into the latino community to teach fire and earthquake safety as a member of the SFFD. God bless and Thank you. Tom Nyhan, Lowell Class of 1956
November 11, 2010
To Joan and Family
My heart goes out to you and your family during this trying time. May your Mom have a speedy trip to heaven. May her memory warm your hearts.
John Davis
November 11, 2010
I fondly remember Mrs. Catelli as a caring and kind Spanish teacher at Lowell High in1959. My thoughts are the family at this time.
John Davis
Alan Fibish
November 11, 2010
Her spirit ennobled and enriched Lowell High School. Our few meetings are cherished memories.
Patti
November 10, 2010
I am sure that Mrs. Catelli and John and Malvina Digardi are speaking in italian to each other in heaven right now. She was a very sweet person and I am so glad to know she lived to be 100 and was able to stay in her own home. God Bless you all. Patti (former Digardi secretary)
November 10, 2010
My sons Sam and Max join me in sending sincere condolences to Joan and her family. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Jean Tepper Segal
November 10, 2010
Farewell, good friend and beloved mentor. Generations of Lowell students and teachers remember you with love and gratitude. Jim Gazaway
Melissa Batchelder
November 10, 2010
Mrs. Catelli was an excellent instructor and I attribute much of my polylingual skills now to her patient and careful teachings. She is in my prayers.
November 10, 2010
To Edith and Joanie,
The pictures of your mother captured a sweet, charming, graceful, beautiful, and dignified woman. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May Choi
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