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Cecelia A. Scannapieco
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Cecelia Scannapieco Obituary
Concord, NH - Cecelia Scannapieco, of Concord N.H. died peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends on September 6, 2025.
Cecelia was born in the Bensonhurst section of Brooklyn New York, on January 11, 1946. Her parents were John and Angelina DeLiso. She lived most of her adult life in New Hampshire, where she raised her four children: Peter, Angela, Michelle and Brian.
Cecelia dedicated her life to the care of others. In addition to her work as homemaker and mother, Cecelia volunteered with the Concord Police Department to advocate for victims of rape and domestic violence, and for families victimized by homicide. She was on call to take battered women to safe houses. She was a teacher in a halfway house program called Price of Freedom where she helped prisoners learn how to hold jobs, find a place to live, and cope with life outside.
Cecelia is survived by Russell Flanders, her loving partner of 49 years, by her daughters Angela and Michelle, and by her son Brian. She is predeceased by her son Peter. Cecelia had 5 grandchildren: Tyler, Mariah, Jason, Brandon, Matthew, and five great-grandchildren: Rylee, Luca, Carmina, Elliot and Anthony.
She will be missed by her friends, her family, her partner, and by her pet parrot Amadeus. But we will all remember her warmth, her caring, her smile and her sense of humor. She was our compass. She leaves this earth with the love of all who knew her.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday September 12, from 5 to 7pm, at the Waters Funeral Home, 50 South Main Street, Concord.
A Graveside service on Saturday, September 13 at 10:30 AM at Blossom Hill Cemetery, in Concord.
Donations in her name can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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Memories and Condolences
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Thomas Strong
September 12, 2025
To the scannapieco family sorry for your loss God bless her the strong family from Concord New Hampshire
Danielle McFall
September 12, 2025
Aunt Cecelia was one of a kind. Such a large light that shined from such a small frame, beautiful inside and out. Always presented herself in such a magnificent way. The best did it for fun- interior designer I have ever met, could make anything look glamourous.
So patient and kind with all things, human or feathered.
I remember she could be feisty- the New Yorker in her would come out and it still makes me smile thinking about it.
She was the person to discover my birthmark as I lay in her arms just hours old.
She used to always tell me I wasn't allowed to be taller than her and with her taste in shoes, I never was.
There is not a memory of Aunt Cel that isn't happy or beautiful in some sense. That shows such an unspeakable reflection on her and the love she radiates.
Gone for now but never forgotten, so until we meet again, I love you. ❤
“What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” — Helen Keller
Lisa Morgan
September 11, 2025
I´m saddened to learn of Celia´s death. Though we hadn´t seen each other in years I will remember her fondly and how we met. Rest easy old friend. Your soul is free now, God Bless.
Maureen Mark
September 11, 2025
My heart aches to hear this news about beautiful Cecelia. Way back, my Mama had Peter as a student at RJHS. The two of them had an incredible trust and nobody made her laugh harder. Years later, Mama hired Cecelia to clean our home. She was sooo much more than that! She was a designer! She often rearranged things and without doubt our home looked better. I loved talking with her. She was beautiful inside & out, had wisdom, warm hugs, and a sparkle in her eyes.
When Peter died, Mama called her & had a long phone call with her. Afterwards, Mama broke down sobbing.
The next day I called Cecelia with shaking legs not knowing at all what to say. I was in my early 20´s. She answered & all I had to do was tell her who I was and that I didn´t know what to say but I loved her. We stayed on the phone for quite some time. We shared Peter stories ( mine via Mama) and she just cried and laughed calling me "honey" throughout.
Sending strength to all who were blessed to be loved by Cecelia.
Shana Warriner
September 11, 2025
My deepest sympathy to Brian and the family. Thoughts and prayers to you all. May she forever watch over all those she loved.
Paul Hussey
September 10, 2025
Russ, Angela, Michelle and Brian. I want to send you all my deepest condolences. So many fond memories of hanging out with you all.
Paul Hussey
Antoinette Savage
September 10, 2025
She was like a mom to me for years. She has helped me in so many ways. I went into labor at her house for my daughter Sarah. I will love and miss you until we meet again. You are the most loving and caring person I have ever met. Love you RIP
Susan Anguish
September 10, 2025
You touched the hearts of many thru the years of time. With a warm compassionate heart. Always willing to listen with an open mind. I'll see you again my friend . When Christ returns. Till then, may God hold you in the palms of his hands and cover you with his love. Until we meet again.
Thomas Messineo
September 10, 2025
I love you very much Cecilia and you've been a great inspiration when I was younger child to a man as a friend and a great person to talk to with a loving heart and a deep great experience of life and knowing and loving and sharing times with friends and great conversations and being a wonderful lady 100% to everybody that loves Celia God bless her in her peaceful rest love you honey God bless
Lori Linnane
September 10, 2025
Cecilia I will forever miss you you are such a wonderful beautiful lady inside and out as I always told you and you are such an inspiration to me and everyone you ever touched with your beautiful soul
Dorothy Abbott
September 10, 2025
My Deepest condolences, to My Best Friend, Maid of Honor's Family,She will ALWAYS be in My Heart! I love You Cecilia! Love Dottie.
Scott Savagesr
September 10, 2025
You will be missed
Tonya Abbott
September 9, 2025
I keep you ALL in my deepest thoughts and prayers during the passing of a Beautiful Soul on her next journey into the after life to Heaven. God Bless All,we Love You Cecilia Scannapieco forever and always in our heart's, until we all meet again!
The Entire Staff of Waters Funeral Home
September 9, 2025
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