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Nicholas G. “Nick” Celia, 62

April 08, 2022

Nicholas G. Celia, of Lancaster, entered into the Kingdom of Heaven on April 8, 2022 at the age of 62. Nick was born in Lancaster, PA on July 7, 1959 and was the son of the late Nicholas S. and Josephine C. (Lombardo) Celia.

He attended Sacred Heart School, graduated from J.P. McCaskey High School in 1979, and Millersville University in 1983 with a B.S. in Industrial Arts.
He was a member of Knights of Columbus Council #867, he attended both St. Philip The Apostle Catholic Church and Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, where he grew up.

Nick was known to many as a kind and gentle soul who loved everyone. He was a genuine friend and well-loved by all who knew him. He had many talents…carpentry and woodworking among his favorites and always was a volunteer to help many in need. He had a strong work ethic and was a faithful servant. He enjoyed many hobbies and outdoor activities like bike riding, camping, fishing, hiking and traveling to the Jersey shore. Nick above all loved his family. He will be truly missed.

He worked with Facilities Department at Kegel’s Produce for over 25 years and most recently was in the Maintenance Department for Millersville University.
He is survived by three sisters, M. Colette, wife of Jack Groft, of Lancaster, Josette M., wife of Dominic Dannessa, of Chicago, Annette M. Myers, of Lancaster, eight nieces and nephews, and six great nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 20th, 2022 at 12noon at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church 558 West Walnut Street, Lancaster, PA with The Rev. Michael Metzgar as Celebrant. The family will receive friends from 10am-12noon at the church. Interment will take place on Thursday April 21st at St. Anthony Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Nick’s memory may be made to Sacred Heart School 235 Nevin Street Lancaster, PA 17603.

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June 13, 2022

My deepest sympathy for you loss of a truly kind and always a gentleman.!! I meet Nick , at JP McCAskey HS …and we later worked together and attended Millersville University….I will miss him until we meet again…My he rest in Our Lord’s Eternal peace and may his million dollar smile always be with you Forevermore ❤️,  sincerely true a friend in life Mark Burkhardt. MU class of 1986!!! 

April 30, 2022

Colette ,Josette, Annette. How Blessed we were to have this special person in our family. We will carry Nick in our hearts until we meet him again. We shall all miss him so much. But love him always♥️♥️
Sue Herr

April 26, 2022

Colette, Josette, and Annette, our hearts and prayers are with you and all your families. Hold on to your faith and all the memories we had growing up on Wheatland Ave! Nick and all our parents will be greatly missed because they were greatly loved! Love and prayers from the Krall Family- Kathy, Joe, Barb, Mike, Tom, and Rob

April 21, 2022

Annette  Josette  and Colette I am  so sorry for the loss of your  brother  Nicky  Nicky  was a sweet  person  to be around  my condolences are  with you girls  and  the family………

April 20, 2022

Annette and family, I’m very sorry for your loss. I remember back through the mid 80’s, I would see Nick, and your family at sacred heart church. Nick was truly a good man.
God bless…
Sincerley, Kenny Campbell 

April 20, 2022

Nick you will be greatly missed.  You were a great friend and practically a part of my family.  

April 19, 2022

I went to Mccaskey high with Nick, he was a real nice guy for sure,funny, very friendly, will definitely be missed by all, God Bless Nick

April 19, 2022

I would like to convey my deepest sympathies to the family. 

April 18, 2022

Collette, Josette, Annette and families,
prayers to you all. I was totally heartbroken. Nick was on the wrestling team at Millersville with us. We had so many great times with Nick. I am so glad he was able to attend the Pig Roast we had last summer. It was always special seeing Nick and his great smile and friendly attitude. We will miss him dearly. But, he will not be forgotten. RIP Nick

April 17, 2022

So sorry for you loss. Your brother was a kind person. Praying for all of you family. 

April 17, 2022

My condolences to you and your family.  It was always a joy to run into Nick on occasion as he always had something off beat and funny to say.  That big smile and fun loving nature is what we need more of right now and his will surely be missed.  Take Care  
Dave Kirchner

April 16, 2022

To my Uncle, you will be missed so much and you’ll also be so welcomed into heaven. I will always cherish the times when I could visit with you. You always treated everyone with respect and kindness. I love you so very very much. Susie Dannessa 

April 16, 2022

It is surreal to think Nick is gone.  I am sure he was warmly welcomed into heaven! I have many good memories of Nick growing up, attending all the Italian celebrations, holidays, and our annual family reunions.  May love console you during this time of grief.  With our deepest sympathies,                          Lita (Celia) and Tony Pelko

April 15, 2022

There has always been a warm spot in my heart for sweet Nicky.  His smiling eyes and gentle spirit will remain with me.  After high school and my relocating to Pittsburgh, my mom (Mrs Glass) occasionally ran into Nicky around Lancaster and was always sure to send my hellos to Nick and conveyed to me Nicky’s kind words. I feel I’ve never lost my connection after all these years.  Nicky will be missed by all. My deepest condolences to all his family and friends.  Love, Audrey Russo (nee, Glass)

April 15, 2022

So sorry to hear of Nick’s passing.  The Russell family used to see him in the back alley between Wheatland and Woods Ave — he always had a smile on his face, easy going and a friendly wave.  Our condolences to his remaining siblings.

April 15, 2022

Nick, my brother, Jesus is with us at every point, during this past week you have gone from pain to everlasting joy with the Lord. May you forever rest in eternal Peace❤️🙏
Love, Josette and Dom

April 15, 2022

I liked those words: “Nick was known by many as a kind and gentle soul who loved everyone. He was a genuine friend and well-loved by all who knew him.” My wife and I could not agree more! We only knew him for a  few years; but in my 74 years I have never met a kinder person.

April 15, 2022

Many great memories from the childhood neighborhood with Nick and family. I can still here Josie (Mrs. Celia) keeping everyone in line. Nick was a sweet guy along with all of the Celia’s. What great neighbors you all were. Cherish the memories! God’s blessings to all of you as you grieve Nick’s passing.

April 15, 2022

Rest in peace, dear Nicky!  You were always smiling and always had a kind word for everyone!  I’m so glad we ran into each other at John Herr’s not too long ago and spent a long time catching up! Peace be with you, Nick. I will miss you! My deepest sympathies to your sisters and the rest of your family.  Love, Lisa Rote Lewis 

April 15, 2022

We are grateful for his presence on earth, but saddened it was cut so short. Rest in peace our friend, fall into the arms that await you in heaven, for there is the place you belong.
Richard and Kristine Purcell

April 14, 2022

Our dear friend Nick…A kind hearted and very talented man.We will keep all the smiles and laughs we’ve shared over the years in our hearts always. You will truly be missed.May “GOD” bless your soul and keep you in peace .
Love,Frank and Kim Shelley

April 14, 2022

I was  so saddened to hear of Nicky’s passing. The world will be a lesser place without him.  I will always remember his twinkling eyes and his impish grin.  I would like to express my deepest sympathy to all of you and may God surround you with his love and grant you peace.
 Beverly Celia and Ron Neuer

April 14, 2022

Colette, Josette, Annette and families,
So deeply sorry for your loss. Nick was the gentlest, kindest man to all who knew him. All the messages here are evidence of that! I know how much his presence will be missed by all of you. Praying for your peace and comfort in the days ahead. 
Lisa Hohenadel Campbell and family

April 14, 2022

We were so saddened to hear of Nicky’s passing.  I will always remember his twinking eyes and his impish  grin .the world is a lesser place without him.  I know he leaves a great void in all of your hearts, i want to express my deepest sympathy to all of you and may God surround you with his love . 
Bev

April 14, 2022

Ben and I will always remember Nicks kindness, his wonderful smile and the way he loved his family. Colette we are praying for you and your family….I know how close you were shared meals, daily visits and the many trips you took together. I remember our trip to New York…. Nick took care of us..hailed taxi’s, directed us to the perfect resturant and smiled the entire trip.  Nick will certainly be missed.  I trust in time you willl have peace knowing he is reunited with your mother and father and our father in heaven. Rest In Peace Nick you were loved.

April 14, 2022

God wrap your arms around Nick and give him peace, he was one of the “good ones”, sweet, kind, big heart and great to be around. So so sorry to his family! Please know your Nick touched alot of lives in a good way and won’t be forgotten. Valentino’s Cafe family will miss him, his smile and conversation.

April 14, 2022

Those of us that know Nick as a friend grieve his loss.  Though, as we grieve, Heaven rejoices.  Nick was a really kind person.  He was personable and cared for others.  He always had a warm smile when he greeted me.  He will definitely be missed.  I pray for peace for his family and closest friends.  Let’s remember Nick for all the good that he shared with this world. 
Michael Sheely

April 13, 2022

What a precious soul. I met Nick at his McCaskey wrestling match, I was cheering for Solanco. Loved him at first sight, but distance made us friends.  I know my mother in heaven will greet him. 
Susie

April 13, 2022

Annette, Collette, and Josette
We are so very sorry for your loss. Nick was a great man who we will always remember by his loving,kind heart and great smile! We are thinking of you and your family!
Sincerely,
Tony & Tonya Legenstein

April 13, 2022

I just saw him recently, and what great conversations we always had, I am very sorry to hear this, so sad. He loved his family and had a wonderful heart. Annette, John and rest of your family, so sorry! 

April 13, 2022

Nick popped into my shop three years ago and the minute we looked at each other it was as if time (guessing close to 40 years) stood still. We had a great laugh over childhood memories and I was so glad to see him and hear of his life. This is such sad news and I am sure you are all heartbroken. My prayers for peace and comfort go to you all. I look forward to seeing Niki again. God rest his soul.

April 13, 2022

Nick, was a dear Friend to us all. He left something Special with each and everyone of us. I’ve never met such a Loving, Kind or more Gentle soul. He was a man of very few words. He accepted me as family, He was my friend, my brother and someone I could call on for anything. I’ve never heard him say no. He always went above and beyond. I Love him with all my heart. Have a Blast up there Nick, We miss you. 

April 13, 2022

My sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.  I will always remember being happier after being in Nick’s company, even if for only a moment.  May he rest in eternal peace!

April 13, 2022

Josette, Dom, Susie,& Kate,
 
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these hard times.  With deep sorrow,
 
Renee, Jim, Maddie & Jack.

April 13, 2022

To Nick’s family,
I wish you all my sincere condolences.  May you find some comfort in the memories made throughout the years.  I know first hand the sorrow of loosing a brother too soon.  Time heals but you never forget.  Peace to you all. RIP Nick.
Love,
Mary Lynn Hobday DiPaolo

April 13, 2022

My condolences to Nick’s family. My memories of him are of a great fun loving, smiling man that brought joy to every room he entered, he always made me smile. RIP my friend.  

April 13, 2022

Collette, josette, Annette and families,
Love and prayers to you all. Chris and I are just heartbroken,we lost a beautiful friend. Chris a lifelong friend. We will miss nick and his funny sayings and kindness. You all are in our daily thoughts and prayers. ❤️❤️Chris & Anne Xakellis

April 13, 2022

How sad, so young to pass away. Nick was a kind and good person. I give my condolences to his family.
God bless and rest in peace.
Bob & Marje Abel

April 13, 2022

To everyone in the family I extend my deepest sympathy.
He was my teacher, my friend, my brother, co-worker, winemaker, you name it Nick was everything!
The stories are endless…….Nick MY friend YOU are deeply missed !
Kenneth G. Myers       

April 13, 2022

My condolences to the family. Rest in peace Nick

April 12, 2022

Nicky was such a sweet and caring soul.  I will miss seeing his smile and his gentle spirit.  He truly loved and cherished his family.  Sending much love and many prayers for God’s grace and peace to Collette, Josette, Nettie, and their families. Love you all!

April 12, 2022

My deepest sympathies to the family. Nicky was a sweet and gentle soul. May God give you comfort and peace. With love and hugs, Debbie Rose Frantz

April 12, 2022

There are few people in your life that you remember even as your years progress and for me Nick was one of those souls that left such an unforgettable imprint on me especially during those awkward years of junior high – Nicky always made people laugh and smile – he made everyone feel like a friend – I can assure you that he is and always will be remembered by many!! RIP my friend!!

April 12, 2022

Nick it is so sad to have you leave us. You were a kind gentle spirit. if only you could see how bright your light shined. Peace to the family during this most difficult time. Nicky is free watching over us all. Peace be with you.

April 12, 2022

To the Celia family
We are so sorry for your loss and Nick was a awesome guy…  May he rest is peace and we we will keep your family in our prayers!!!!

April 12, 2022

So sorry for your loss. We will miss Nicky. Our deepest sympathy 

April 12, 2022

I was so very sorry to hear of Nicki’s passing. He was such a sweet person. I will always remember his warm kind smile. Prayers and hugs to all.
Barb (Snader) Miller

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