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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Joseph J. Ceccarelli, beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and friend on March 19, 2009 after a courageous fight against Leukemia. Joe was born in Reno on February 18, 1931 to Pietro and Nina Ceccarelli.
He attended local schools, graduating from Reno High School in 1949. After graduation, Joe and a number of his friends joined the Nevada Air National Guard serving on active duty until 1952. In 1953 Joe became a full time civilian employee and remained with the guard until his retirement 32 years later.
Joe is survived by his wife of 56 years, Sharon; his son, Jay; daughter, Gina MacLellan (Robb); grand niece, Arolyn Anderson; and mother-in-law, Sally York Also surviving are sisters, Lucille Morris, Mary McGettrick, Delores Browne and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents and sister, Pia Diaz.
A celebration of his life will take place on Thursday, March 26, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. in the Wing Auditorium of the Nevada Air National Guard 152nd Airlift Wing, 1776 National Guard Way, Reno. Reception to follow at Sanga.
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for Joseph Ceccarelli
Daniel Stockwell
March 29, 2009
Sharon and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Joe 40yrs ago at the Nevada Air National Guard. I always admired Joe for his kindness towards others. I will miss him.
Sincerely, Dan Stockwell Sparks, NV
The Olsen Family
March 27, 2009
Sharon & family-
We are so sorry to hear about Joe's passing. He will be greatly missed at all of the car show outings!! You are in our prayers.
George Feroah
March 26, 2009
Sharon, Jay and Gina,
I am saddened to hear of Joe's passing and will miss seeing and visiting with him. I hope your memories will bring some comfort.
In my prayers
Jimmy Nesbitt
March 26, 2009
Sorry to hear about you loss.
Ralph Shay
March 24, 2009
Jay and Family,
I know you will have family and friends to surround you at this difficult time. My prayers and thoughts are with you, my friend.
Ralph D. Shay
1415 Richmond Drive
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
208.659.4682
March 24, 2009
Gina,
My thoughts are with you and your Mom.
Susan Ball Rothe
John and Carolyn Williams
March 24, 2009
Sharon: We just read the newspaper and saw Joe's o.b. We are so sorry to lose such a great guy! We enjoyed him at the car shows, at get to-gethers, We will miss him. I'm sure he will have some great golf games in heaven. Bless you both.
Wayne & Shirley Daniels
March 24, 2009
Lots of good memories of Joe, we will miss him greatly. What a great fisherman, he was, always getting the biggest fish! Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Terri Murray
March 24, 2009
Sharon, Our hearts are with you.
Mike & Terri Murray
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