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Joseph Cecala Obituary
Endwell - Joseph "Joe" Franklin Cecala, 78, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 19, 2019. He is survived by his partner, Carol Hamlin; his daughters, Lisa and Robin; his granddaughter, Alexandra; his brother, Dennis (Marie) Cecala; Carol's daughter, Kelley Hamlin (Tilghman Smith); his former wife, Barbara Cecala; and several cousins, nieces, nephews and many good friends. He was predeceased by his father, Joseph Cecala; his mother, Agnes (Lazarony) Cecala; as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins.
The first visitation will be held Wednesday, February 27, 4-7 p.m. at Allen Memorial Home, 511-513 E. Main St., Endicott, NY 13760. On Thursday, February 28, 4-7 p.m., family and friends will also receive visitors at McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home, 736 Central Ave, Dunkirk, NY 14048. On Friday, March 1 at 10 a.m., a mass of Christian burial will be held at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, 1032 Central Ave, Dunkirk, NY 14048. A private interment will follow. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Greek Peak Adaptive Snow Sports program at: Greek Peak Adaptive Snow Sports, 518 Hooper Rd PMB 261, Endwell, NY 13760.
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February 25, 2019
Cecala Family,
Sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Remembering all the fun times over the year's at Oquaga Lake, what memories. Rest in Peace, Joe.
Alice & Herb Spach
Portland, Maine
February 25, 2019
Dear Cecala Family.
Sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Remembering all the fun times over the year's at Oquaga Lake, what memories. Rest in Peace, Joe.
Alice & Herb Spach
Portland. Maine
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Bob and Judi Snyder and Scott Bryant
February 25, 2019
Carol and family. Deepest condolences. May the many memories you hold dear in your hearts help comfort and sustain you during this sad and difficult time.
Bart Cormier
February 24, 2019
My condolences to Joe's family. Joe and I met way back in Whippany, NJ and were colleagues and friends for so many of our working years. Lots of good memories of Joe. May he rest in the Peace of the Lord.
February 22, 2019
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. May God give you the comfort and strength needed.
2 Thessalonians 3:16
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Allen Memorial Home - Endicott511-513 East Main Street, Endicott, NY 13760
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