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Cecelia Agnes Goldstein

Cecelia Goldstein Obituary

Goldstein TUCSON, AZ Cecelia Agnes (Zor-baugh) Goldstein passed away peacefully on June 14, 2012, with her daughters by her side, after bravely fighting heart disease. Cecelia was born February 12, 1926, in York, to Percy and Mary Zorbaugh. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Philip Joseph Goldstein; her parents, Percy and Mary Zorbaugh; two brothers, Harry and James ZorbaugH. Cecelia is survived by her three daughters Kim (Goldstein) Schleis of Silverdale, Wash., Debbie (Goldstein) Cross of Tucson, Ariz., and Melissa Goldstein of Tucson, Ariz. Cecelia is survived by her sisters, Theresa Ruby, Elizabeth Fink, Patricia McCoy, Carolyn Caplinger, and brother Anthony Zorbaugh, of York. She has a grandson, Chris Schleis; and a great-grandson, Mason Schleis of Auburn, Wash; and sons-in-law, Mike Schleis and Dale Cross. Cecelia and her husband Philip moved to Tucson, Ariz., in 1965 from York. Cecelia worked for the State of Arizona at the Department of Health Services for 30 years. Cecelia loved the outdoors, traveling and spending time with her family. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the American Heart Association in memory of Cecelia.

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Published by York Daily Record on Jun. 21, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Cecelia Goldstein

19 Entries

Melanie Wisner

June 15, 2025

I still miss her and the the amazing time I had visiting her.

Melanie Wisner

June 17, 2021

I miss her dearly. I never laughed so hard in all my life than the day on A mountain.

Cori & Jeff Schleis

October 24, 2012

Our best memory of Cece was of her and Phil sitting on the swing in the backyard in Silverdale. A great lady devoted to her family! Cece is greatly missed.

Laura Ruiz

August 1, 2012

Cecelia: I will miss you, but I have fond memories or our times ad DES so many places that we moved to, so many changes and of course the good times. You always had a smile, nothing seemed to get you down. So many times we got together after work or during lunch to have a good laugh. I will remember you and your husband having a great time. Now you hve joined your loved one to live your love in eternity...My prayers go to your family and friends...

Love Laura

Sharon Eckrte

July 2, 2012

Kim, Deb & Melissa,

I was very saddened to hear of Aunt Sis being called home to our Father. She will be finally re-united with Uncle Phil and the rest of her family. You are all in my prayers and we love all of you. Just think of the bungalow party they are having now.

Ed Perry

June 30, 2012

I love you dearly and miss you sorely Aunt Sis.

Cynthia Jeffries

June 28, 2012

My thoughts and prayers to you and the family. Your mom always brought a smile to my face. She will be missed.

June 26, 2012

Rest in Peace with God, Sis. When I think about you it is with a smile. I will always remember the great fun I had when I came out with Melanie, even though Robbie and Melissa thought we were crazy. I Love You.
Carolyn

Ann Johnson

June 22, 2012

I will never forget her punching Barney in the arm, the first time she meet him.

Trudy Neter

June 22, 2012

Cecelia was the mother of one of my dearest friends in high school. I have nothing but fond memories of her. Special times filled with laughter and love for her family. She will not be forgotten but I feel comfort in knowing she, along with my mom, are angels in heaven watching over their children still on earth. Rest in Peace Cecelia and my continued prayers to her special daughters and family.

Dorothy & Lee Highsmith

June 22, 2012

We enjoyed Cecelia the few times we were with her. May your fond loving memories comfort you at this difficult time.

Kim Schleis

June 22, 2012

God looked around his Garden and found an empty place.
He then looked down upon his earth and saw your loving face.

He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest.
His Garden must be beautiful, he always takes the best.
He knew that you were suffering, he knew you were in pain.
And knew that you would never get well on earth again.
He saw your path was difficult, he closed your tired eyes,
He whispered to you "Peace be Thine" and gave you wings to fly.
When we saw you sleeping so calm and free of pain,
We would not wish you back to earth to suffer once again.
You've left us precious memories, your love will be our guide,
You live on through your children, you're always by our side.
It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone.
For part of us went with you on the day God called you home

Melissa Goldstein

June 21, 2012

You wil always be in my heart and be walking beside me daily. I LOVE you Mom, until I see you again I will make you proud.

Melissa

Melanie Wisner

June 21, 2012

I miss you!! I think of you and laugh every time I see a dust devil.

June 21, 2012

cece, i never got to see you again after you retired, but i did think about you every now and then. you are in a better place now..thanks for the good times that i had with you, your husgand and melissa at vegas!!! i will keep the family in my prayers.

rest in peace, my dear cece...

rosenda..

June 21, 2012

Cecelia was a nice person to work with. She was my mentor, when I first started working with DES CCA 15 years ago. I will greatly miss her, my condolences are with her family and friends. May God be with her family. Raquel Maritnez

Marilyn Cross

June 21, 2012

She was always such a pleasure to be around and will truly be missed.

Phillip Hersha

June 21, 2012

Cecelia worked for the Child Care Administration for 30 years. She was funny, stong willed and a joy to work with. She will be sorely missed by all that knew her.

Pam and Dave Dickerson

June 21, 2012

She was an amazing and strong woman! She will be missed by all.

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