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Mario Celii Obituary

Mario P. Celii of Downingtown Mario P. Celii, 76, of Downingtown, passed away on Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at his home, surroun-ded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth "Betty" A. (nee Kornet) Celii with whom he shared 52 years of marriage. Born in Campli, Italy, Mario was the son of the late Giuseppe and Quintina (nee Bianconi) Celii. In 1947, he came to the US with his family at the age of 11. He was a 1955 graduate of Downingtown High School. For four years, Mario proudly served our county in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he spent two years with NATO security in Naples, Italy. For over 40 years, he was employed by the former Chemical Leaman Tank Lines as a computer programmer and project leader. Mario was a member of St. Joseph R.C. Church in Downingtown, where he assisted as usher for over 40 years. He was also a member of the St. Joseph's Fr. Fennerty Council #7208 of the Knights of Columbus, St. Anthony's Lodge in Downingtown, where he served as former president, and soccer coach for EBYO. He enjoyed golfing, gardening, cooking, making wine, and exercising, and spending time with his family. In addition to his wife, Mr. Celii is survived by his children, Christopher of Coatesville, Michael of Cary, N.C., Mark of Glenmoore and Michelle of Charlotte, N.C., grandchildren, Danielle, Kristin, Meagan, Maxwell, Joshua and Ian Celii and Adrien and Luca Buchoux and brother, Joseph of Phoenixville. An evening visitation will be held on Monday, November 26th from 6 to 8 p.m. and a morning visitation on Tuesday, November 27th from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the James J. Terry Funeral Home, 736 E. Lancaster Ave., Downingtown. His Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 27th at St. Joseph Church, 338 Manor Ave., Downingtown, PA 19335. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Joseph Building Fund at the above address or Crossroads Hospice, 523 Plymouth Rd., #225, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462. To send online condolences, visit www.james terryfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Daily Local from Nov. 23 to Nov. 24, 2012.

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John Jackson

January 1, 2013

Mario P. Celii, one of the guys at Leaman's that will always live in my memory. He taught me a lot, we laughed a lot and it was always a joy to be in his presence. Even though I haven't seen him in over 30 years, he still brings a smile to my face.

December 3, 2012

Betty and Family,
Doug worked with Mario at Chemical Lehman back in the 60's. A great guy with a wonderful personality. May peace be with you and your family.
Barbara (Olseski) & Doug Cox

Ralph Hall

December 2, 2012

Betty , I am truly saddened to hear of Mario's passing. His infectious personality and constant smile will be fondly remembered.You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Marisa Raysor

November 27, 2012

I met Mario at the Brandywine YMCA, he was always smiling and pleasant. I was sad to hear of his passing and shocked because he was a picture of health.

John Celli and family

November 26, 2012

Betty,
We are truly sorry for your loss. We have you and your family in our prayers. May Mario rest in peace......

George & Donna Ciarlone

November 26, 2012

Betty and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mario will be truly missed.

Teresa Talucci

November 26, 2012

This was a man that I never heard a single person say a bad word about. He always had a smile, a hug and a big booming "hello" every time I saw him. He will be greatly missed. My prayers and sincere sympathy to the family.

November 26, 2012

Betty,

I am very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Gina Vaughn

Diane, Ed, and Jake Reese

November 26, 2012

Our true condolences for the family. May Mario rest in peace. We will miss him as a friend and a dedicated usher at 9:00 a.m. Sunday mass at St. Joseph's.

Love, Diane, Ed and Jake Reese

Bob and Gina Celii

November 25, 2012

Mario's kind soul and warm smile will be missed. Our condolences to you all.

Paul

November 25, 2012

I remember Mario from my days at the YMCA and In Motion.

I am very sorry to hear of his passing.

November 25, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Marilena Celii LaBarbera

November 25, 2012

Mario you will be greatly missed <3 Love, your cuginetta Marilena, and Girls

November 25, 2012

God Bless the Mario Celii Family.
May his soul be at peace. He was such a
good man, God needs him to usher the many who need his help.
Sincerely, John & Ruth Ann Protivnak

Tonino e Maria Teresa Celii

November 25, 2012

Carissimo cugino e amico, sei sempre nel mio cuore. Riposa in pace.
Sincere condolianze alla tua famiglia

Pat DiPietro

November 24, 2012

Betty & Family,

I was saddened to read about Mario's passing. God bless you and your family at this time. I will remember him and your family in my prayers.

November 24, 2012

My sincerest and deepest condolences to the entire family. Mario was and will always be a gentle giant in my eyes.

November 24, 2012

Celii family,
Know that Mario will live everyday in my heart. We love you all.
Frank Saello and Michelle Swords

Chris Kulp

November 24, 2012

Mario, my dear friend RIP. You were always an inspiration to me. You were one of the kindest, caring people I know.
Till we meet again.

Max, Josh and Ian Celii

November 24, 2012

To our Pop-Pop...We love you and will miss you!!

November 24, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Betty, even though I can't be. We just arrived in Florida for the winter. I will always remember Mario as a great neighbor, friend and fun running partner in those Struble Dubles. Philomena

Rosanna Forgione

November 24, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.

Lou Celii

November 23, 2012

In Loving Memory of a great human being who cared deeply about his friends and family, who served his country as a US Marine. We Love you and miss you. Lou and Erin Celii

Phoebe Peters

November 23, 2012

Here's to one wonderful guardian angel. Michelle my prayers go out to your and your family. I will never forget how great your Dad was to us all. (Even when we were not completely being angels) :) <3

Erika Herlinger-Blumer

November 23, 2012

My love & prayers are with Michelle & the whole family. May you find comfort in your memories.

Gerry Matthews

November 23, 2012

So sorry to hear about Mario,I enjoyed playing golf with him.I am in Florida for a month so I won't be able to attend the service for Mario.My prayers go to you and your family

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