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Marcella Cella Obituary

Marcella "Marcie" Cella, 93, of Glen Ellyn, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2013. Marcie was the daughter of Patrick and Elizabeth McDonald, and was preceded in death by her dear brother Dr. Robert McDonald. Marcie was married for 59 wonderful years to John L. Cella, who passed away November 30, 2000. Loving mother of four children: Jack (Laura Prail), Don (Peggy), Marc (Jane), and Joan (Kevin Moffitt). Beloved grandmother of seven: Carrie, Shannon (Moffitt), Allison, Michael, Kristin, Erin (Moffitt), and Megan (Moffitt). Aunt of many nieces and nephews. Marcie was very active in Glen Ellyn social and civic matters, having served as president of the PTA, Junior Woman's Club, Infant Welfare, and Glen Ellyn Tennis Association, as well as serving on planning committees for various fundraising events. An active volunteer, she generously delivered hot meals to the homebound and infirm with the Meals on Wheels program. A devoted and savvy bridge player, Marcie delighted in organizing bridge tournaments within her wide circle of friends, and planning dinner parties with her Supper Club group. A devout Catholic, Marcie was a 62 year member of St. Petronille parish. Celebrating Marcie's life, Memorial Visitation, will be Friday January 11, 2013 4pm to 8pm at Leonard Memorial Home, 565 Duane St. Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. Memorial Mass Saturday, January 12, 2013 10am at St. Petronille Catholic Church, 420 Glenwood, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. Inurnment private. Memorials to the church appreciated. Funeral information 630-469-0032.

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Published by Central DuPage News/Leader/Post/Press on Jan. 8, 2013.

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Don Andersen

January 13, 2013

Marc,
I just heard this evening of your Mom's passing as I sat and talked to my Mother.
I extend my deepest sympathy to you, your siblings and families on your loss.

I didnt know your Mom well nor see her often but on the occassions I saw her she would greet me warmly. She was genuiune and kind.
Again, my sympathy for your loss.

January 12, 2013

Mrs. Cella was a beautiful Glen Ellyn mom. She always forgave me for all the mischief I caused. As a matter of fact, she and I would laugh about it when I'd tell her, which was almost weekly through out high school; and college.I had many long and meaningful conversations with her. She would give me her best advice and then say, "but Johnny, just follow your heart and you won't go wrong. I have and always will have great affection and admiration for her. My family has been linked to Mrs Cella since she was a child; growing up on the same Irish Catholic block with my mom. Mrs. Cella, you are one classy lady. Thankyou!
John and Margie

January 10, 2013

Don/PPHP, your mom was gracious and always friendly to the seven of us even though we could be hiding out. A completely wonderful woman and she'll be missed by all. Our love to the entire family...Bill and Jennifer Plane

January 10, 2013

May Gods merciful love and the love of family & friends sustain you through your sorrow.

C Johnson, (Isa. 41:10)

Sandy Scherschel

January 10, 2013

Don your Mom was a great lady that put up with a lot from you and I and Phil. I wanted to come to the Wake but am out of town again. Give my best to Jack, Mark, Joan and Peggy.

William Slater

January 10, 2013

We would like to send our sympathy to the family. My Mother, Kitty Slater, was a good friend and will miss her. Our prayers are with all of you.

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