Anthony Barcellos

Tony was an outstanding community college educator and author. His work earlier at the California State Legislature and State Treasurers Office was an important contribution to public policy and finance.

Professor Barcellos was one of my dearest friends and greatest mentors. I came to him for help with math after going through a major depressive episode where I almost took my own life. He helped me slowly get my bearings and get back into math. I'm proud to say I'm doing much better since then and he will have a place in my heart as the guy who made math enjoyable. He nurtured my curiosity and entertained my passions, all while helping me adapt to the rigors of calculus and proof writing.

My condolences to the Barcellos family. Anthony was a dear friend, and we were proud to host him at a number Kale Soup for the Soul (Portuguese -American literary readings) events where he always brightened the room, whether it was at the Portuguese Consulate in SF or Heritage Park, he lit up the room with his stories, warmth and sense of humor. Millicent Borges Accardi

Anthony held a special place in my life and in the arts scene in Sacramento! His joy for the music was palpable and even more when the music included clever jokes! He is missed.

I first met Tony Barcellos when he worked for Ca. State Senator Albert Rodda and I was also working around the State Capitol lobbying for education issues. Later we both went into teaching, a subject we discussed. Tony was an outstanding community college math teacher. He is missed by the weekly lunch group we both attended.

To the family, friends, and vast community of students touched by Professor Anthony Barcellos, With a heavy heart, I write this tribute to a remarkable educator who profoundly impacted my life and the lives of countless students over his 30-year tenure at American River College. Professor Barcellos was not just a Calculus 3 instructor; he was a beacon of inspiration who illuminated the beauty of mathematics for generations of learners who passed through his classroom. As we filed into...

I want you all to know that Tony held a special place in my heart. I cherish our school years together (and all those "fun" math classes we had together!). He was a special man and I was always proud to know him and learn of his accomplishments. Although we hadn't kept in touch during these last years, my husband, Mike, would tell of Tony's posts on Facebook. I shall miss those and my friend. My love and condolences to all.

Sending love honor and respect to your family. Barcellos family, thank you. Thank you for always being a loving kind and generous family. God's love for other has been a light in Anthony just like in his dad. Tony was my Grandpa Dare's best friend. Barcellos will hold a warm spot in my heart til we all meet again on heaven's walkways. Sending prayers of comfort.