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Sunday, April 12, 2015

Frances C. Cellozzi

Lorain- Frances C. Cellozzi (nee: Jannuzzi), 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at Main Street Care Center in Avon Lake, OH surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on October 22, 1922 to her loving parents, Minotti "Mike" and Cecelia (nee: Barrella) Jannuzzi and had been a lifelong resident of Lorain.

Frances graduated from Lorain High School, Class of 1940 and on September 26, 1943 married her beloved, Frank Paul Cellozzi.

During the War years, she worked at The National Tube and later at Lorain Products, Higbees, and Ted Jacobs. She was a very well known local artist with many of her paintings in homes around Lorain and beyond. She was a lifelong member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, a member of the Italian American Veterans Post #1, the Lorain and Erie Shores Art Leagues. She enjoyed antiquing, running Estate sales by Frances, playing bingo and going to casinos.

She especially loved spending time with and cooking for her family. Holidays were always a special time for her, where she would be found in the kitchen baking her favorite cookies.

Frances is survived by her daughters, Anita Dwyer and Carol (Tom) Catanzarite; daughter -in-law, Judith (nee: Kishman) Cellozzi; grandchildren, Lisa (John) Melby, Nicholas Catanzarite, Seth Dwyer, Michael Dwyer, Molly (Michael) Gusler, Caren (Todd) Lewarchick, Frank Cellozzi and Ali Cellozzi; great grandchildren, Dade, Frances, Margo, Amelia, Cate, Emma Grace, Gianna and Chase; as well as wonderful nieces, nephews and cousins.   

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Frank; her parents, Minotti and Cecelia; son, Frank Cellozzi; infant sister, Carol Jean; sister, Connie Nickolette; and brothers, Vincent and Albert Jannuzzi.

The family will receive friends at Reidy-Scanlan-Giovannazzo Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2150 Broadway, Lorain (440) 244-1961, on Tuesday, April 14, 2015 from 4:00 - 8:00 PM. Closing prayers will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday at 10:20 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM, on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at St. Peter's Catholic Church, 3655 Oberlin Avenue, Lorain, Fr. Craig M. Hovanec, Pastor, officiating. Private Christian burial services will be held at Ridge Hill Memorial Park in Amherst, OH at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Frances's name to a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be sent using www.rsgfuneralhome.com.

 

Posted By: RSG Funeral Home @ 2:17:13 PM

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Posted By: Joyce Tomazin Edwards Liszeski

Nita, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was such a sweet, kind talented lady. Sending prayers and good wishes to you and your family. I was in Florida so could not be there. Joyce

Posted on: 4/19/2015 2:42:47 PM


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Posted By: LaVerne Catanzarite

Sorry to hear about the death of your mother. You know Rick died in January so I share your grief.

Posted on: 4/17/2015 6:12:53 PM


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Posted By: Gina Meringer

Cellozzi Family we are so sorry for the loss of a wonderful lady. We will miss her dearly. I am so glad that we got some of her paintings when we visited. Love your cuz Gina and Bob Mwringer Tia Dickel

Posted on: 4/14/2015 8:50:22 PM


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Posted By: Gina Meringer

Cellozzi Family we are so sorry for the loss of a wonderful lady. We will miss her dearly. I am so glad that we got some of her paintings when we visited. Love your cuz Gina and Bob Mwringer Tia Dickel

Posted on: 4/14/2015 8:50:22 PM


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Posted By: Jean Copeland

My sympathy goes out to the Cellozzi family for your loss. I met Frances at the Erie Shore Art League and shared many lovely evenings with her. Frances was always so kind, friendly, and encouraging to this novice watercolourist. I am proud to own one of Frances' original paintings which hangs in my home. It was truly a pleasure to have known her. She will be missed, but always remembered for the person that she was and for the beauty that she shared with the world. Rest in peace, Frances.

Posted on: 4/14/2015 12:16:25 PM


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Posted By: Beverly Iwanek

Anita, Carol and Family, I was sad to hear of the passing of your Mom. I met Fran many years ago when she became my watercolor teacher. I always enjoyed our classes,she was a very good teacher. Fran was a very special lady that will always be remembered.My prayers are with your family.

Posted on: 4/14/2015 10:40:55 AM


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Posted By: Rosemary Lane Schuler

Anita, I was sorry to read about your wonderful mother. She was certainly a great role model as you are such a fine reflection of her inner beauty. May she rest in peace and continue to paint beautiful skies for all of us to enjoy.

Posted on: 4/13/2015 3:51:24 PM


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Posted By: Loretta Kishman

Loving thoughts and prayers to the Cellozzi family. Mrs. Cellozzi was the epitome of a sweet, caring & kind lady. She always made you feel comfortable and special. She'll be truly missed by many. God has another precious angel with him. Peace, love and thoughts to you all. Loretta Kishman

Posted on: 4/12/2015 5:59:43 PM


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