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Michael Batista Cella
1981 - 2018
Michael Batista Cella
1981 - 2018
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BORN
1981
DIED
2018
Michael Cella Obituary
To Mike from his loving wife Christine, "You will for ever be my always."
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Mary Dougherty
March 7, 2018
Michael was one of the happiest, kindest and loving people I have ever known. Even as a child he would always give the biggest hugs and make everyone laugh. He was so proud of his family and loved all of them so much. It is my hope that God and time will lessen the pain for Chrissy, Elena, Logan, Donna, John Paul, John, Rose and the rest of his family and friends. We lost a great man and he will be missed but never forgotten. Love you all, Aunt Mary, Steven and Jimmy.
Mickey, bottom left, with his uncles racing at the Gatornationals in Gainesville, Florida in 1998. RIP Mikey. We love you and will miss you always.
Kevin Cantrell
March 6, 2018
To our nephew Michael Batista Cella who we fondly called Mikey. Our hearts are deeply saddened. There are no words... We love you and will forever miss you. May you rest peacefully. Love Uncle Kevin and Aunt Lisa Cantrell.
Cathy Byrd Amtrak Jax Fl
March 6, 2018
Mike was part of the safety committee in Jax Fl...he could always be depended on...very pleasant and smart young man...I remember we had an event in Winter Park , riding back in the truck how proud he talked about the renovations to his house n shower! and how happy that made his wife...his family , kids and wife meant the world to him. Fly high Angel you have earned your wings...we will miss you.
Tim Carroll
March 2, 2018
As soon as you meet daddy Mike he instantly made you feel like you were family! Even though I only knew him a few years, he made it feel like a lifetime. The laughs we shared at family BBQs, and our yearly trip to Orlando for HHN,will never be forgotten. I pray that God will heal the hearts of all involved of the sorrow in time, and instill in our minds and hearts his smile forever!
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Doug Bowen
February 26, 2018
Mike was such a great guy. Face would always light up when I asked him about his family. The love he had for his wife and kids was very apparent. At work He would joke around to break the monotony of the same old daily routine.But once the train started rolling he was the consummate professional. New his job very well and was highly liked and respected by all. Chrissy much love and prayers for you and the kids and his extended family.
Betty Jane Lynch
February 13, 2018
Chrissy and Family
I am deeply saddened by the loss you and your family have encountered. May your wonderful memories help you through your darkest days. Sending much love and prayers to you all!
The Lynch Family
Linda Agbomi
February 12, 2018
Our bright light, shinning star you are missed. It has been such a pleasure seeing your smiling face during some of our longest exhausting runs. Mike would always smile and it was immediately better. Christie, i wish you peace love support and a bright smile to see you through your darkest hours. It's all the things Mike gave us. My prayers for you and the children, his mom, dad and extended family.
February 12, 2018
Our hearts are broken for you. We know no Mike without Chrissy and no Chrissy without Mike. Family is forever and we were definitely one big family at Players. The world lost a great man when Mike left this place behind. Mike will never be forgotten. We love you guys!
Maricel Silsbee
February 12, 2018
My deepest and heartfelt condolences to Chrissy and Family. RIP Mike
Debra Fleming
February 12, 2018
Donna ,Gary and family my deepest sympathies to you
May God give you comfort and peace in your hearts your
In our thoughts and prayers .
Bruce Hinds
February 12, 2018
I work with a sub contractor for Amtrak. I transported Mike to and from the motel weekly in Florence, S.C.. Over the years I have come to know Mike not only as a friendly, good man but a man who loved his wife and family. I know your eyes are swollen from the tears you have shed, the pain in your heart, the hurt in your stomach and the loss of your appetite. I imagine you feel the tapestry of your life has been destroyed. But, if you reach way down inside, down beneath the pain, the agony, the loneliness and hurt, way down at the bottom, back off to the side, hidden well in a corner, is courage. If you can bring that courage to the top you can use it to keep your chin up and move forward. Dear Lady it does get better. Yes, you will always miss, remember and love him but, it WILL get better. It doesn't happen over night but, it does come. At first the sight of that empty chair at the dinner table stings, the unoccupied seat in the family car and the loneliness of your bed. All these reminders hurt and they will for some time. But, it does get easier with time, I promise. I wish there where some magic words to say to take that pain away now, but sadly there is not. Try to take some comfort in knowing that Mike spoke of you and his family often. He loved you! He was liked and will be missed by hundreds of people associated with Amtrak. I am so very, very sorry for your loss.
With heart felt sympathy and kindest regards, Bruce Hinds 4814 Timmonsville, S.C. 29161 843-468-0620
Diana Minard
February 11, 2018
I am so very sorry for your loss Chrissy. My thoughts and prayers will continue to go out to you and your family. I will also never forget the antics the guys were always into and the pranks they played on me! Mikey was such a sweet and loving young man who was loved by so many. God Bless you all, bring you peace and may you RIP Mikey. #gonetoosoon
Weise/Gilley Families
February 11, 2018
You were taken from this world to soon. You will always be loved and you will be in our hearts forever.
Betty Rae Fitzhugh
February 11, 2018
Crissy, My heartfelt condolences to you and your family for your tragic loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kathleen LaFashia
February 11, 2018
My condolences and prayers go out for Michael and his family.
Lisa Stroud
February 11, 2018
So sorry for your loss my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family !
Jeannie Lakes
February 10, 2018
My heart has been heavy with sadness I was awakened about 3am Sunday morning by a loudness and began praying not knowing what had happened until later Sunday morning I live n West Columbia & I can hear the train whistle when it blows . My brother who is a Deacon Minister had ridden the same train a yr ago on this date to get back home to Jax and I know The Lord was present in the midst of this tragedy I am very sorry for your loss of your dear husband and the father of your children I am praying for God Almighty to comfort each of you everyday . God Bless. Sincerely, Jeannie
Julie Freimuth
February 9, 2018
Gone too soon... May You RIP and fly with the angels...
Meryl Lombardi
February 9, 2018
I'm a fellow railroad worker and my heart breaks for the families and friends impacted by this untimely death.
Sending condolences and prayers of peace.
February 8, 2018
Donna and family
We in the kids department at v p shoes our so very saddened by the loss in your family.please let's us know if there is anything we can do love and prayers to all
Bruce Britt
February 8, 2018
Our deepest condolences, Mike was a special guy and will be missed by many....your in our thoughts and prayers....
February 8, 2018
Rest in Paradise
David Holcomb
February 8, 2018
What a great person to be around, I'll miss seeing him every Friday morning in Charleston. Prayers and condolences to his wife,children, and other family members. Gone way way too soon.
Victoria Pittman
February 8, 2018
Although I did not know him personally he was always pleasure to work with at the Charleston SC station.
My heartfelt condolences to the family. You are in prayers.
The Staff of Caughman-Harman Funeral Home
February 8, 2018
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Gio Williams
February 7, 2018
You were the most humorous of us all, but took charge when the need arose. They were hundreds of memorable moments.. On Saturday 3rd Feb you took us up to Hamlet and before detraining you came over to me to say your last good bye... Walk good (we say in Jamaica) RIP my brother !!!
Mac English
February 7, 2018
Brother it's a tragadey for what has happened to one of local 30's members. When one is lost we all are all lost. I pray for you brother Cella and your family. God bless you!!! You will be missed...
Stacey Potts
February 7, 2018
I would see him in passing at the end or beginning of my shift. He was always nice. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. God bless.
Gene Wiechmann
February 7, 2018
I never knew or worked with Brother Michael, but as a fellow railroader, I mourn yours and our loss of a good man. I offer my sincere condolences to his family, friends and co-workers.
Ed Michael
February 7, 2018
I never knew Brother Michael but as a railroader I mourn his tragic loss and would like to express my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and co-workers. May we who mourn him be more strongly bound in the ties of union and friendship.
Ed Michael
Railroad Workers United
Jennifer Walker (Daws)
February 7, 2018
Wow! Is all I can say! I'm blown away by the loss of a good man. Chrissy, I'm so sorry for the pain your enduring. You and your 2 kids are in my prayers. Please anything I can do I'm here. Again I'm very sorry:(
ron kaminkow
February 7, 2018
My condolences to Michael's family, friends and co-workers. It has been a tough time the last few months for railroad workers across the country. Michael surely will be missed.
Ron Kaminkow, Railroad Workers United
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