I just saw this....my condolences to his family! I had him in 6 th grade, in 1969....! He was the best teacher I ever had! His ability to relate to his students, parents and his associates was a gift to all! He was very special! I feel blessed to have the opportunity to share his life for a just a moment❤️

Pat and family, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Keeping you in my prayers. Ling Albrecht

What a beautiful service yesterday honoring the life of Cosi. There are no words to say that could possibly make this any easier. Cosi held a very special place in my heart. He helped me when Charles was struggling in school and he stepped up and became my advocate to help with the whole education process. He then took it a step further and tutored Charles to help him with his studies. We became very close and both Cosi and Pat have really been a huge help to me, not only with Charles but then always being so very generous after Tony passed away.

Mr. Celina was my childrens teacher in Randolph. He was a wonderful, caring person who really took an interest in his students. My son Chris Sanders and some of his friends got together recently and had the time of there lives. He really cared so much for his students as if they were his own children. Thank you Joe. I'm glad you got to see what fine wonderful adults they became and had a wonderful future that you contributed to the years they were taught by you. Condolences to your wife and family. Mrs. Frannie Sanders

Kristine & Family... My thoughts are with you at this time. Your family is not loosing your Dad but returning him to the God who made him so great..He will always be with you all. Think of him often and keep all your memories of him in your heart. Never met him but your stories were terrific and uplifting and made me wish I knew him. God bless and keep you all. Fondly with prayers

Please accept my condolences to the Celona family. I am sorry for your loss.

My cousin "Cosi" was always kind to me growing up at the many family gatherings. So sorry for your loss. Janice Bianco Coleman

Always there for me and all his students. Compassionate, warm person with a great sense of humor.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Celonas family, friends, and the countless lives he touched. He was my 6th grade teacher in 1994/1995. Hands down the best teacher I ever had. He made learning and school exciting, which is so very hard to do. What an amazing man. He will be sorely missed.

Joe Celona was a wonderful friend, fellow teacher and later a vice principal and principal at the Devine School. He was a teacher's teacher, excellent in all aspects of temperment, subject matter and caring involvement with every member of his class. His wonderful smile, encouraging words and humor lifted our spirits and carried us forward each day. He was truly a humble and a selfless man.

Mr Celona was my 6th grade teacher in the early 70s. I remember his three favorite things were the Bruins, the Celtics and tuna fish sandwiches. He ones told me I should be a lawyer and that inspired me to become one. He was an inspirational teacher.

I had Mr. Celona for 5th grade at Stetson in '79-'80. It was a great year. My mother worked for him for a couple of years after that when he was Principal. May flights of angels wing him to his rest.

My sincere condolences to Pat and family. Joe was one of a kind. May his memory be a blessing.

Mr. Celona was my 6th grade teacher. He made learning fun and truly cared for his students. After leaving elementary school I would come back and visit with him. I did this so many times. He was even invited to my wedding and he came!! He was truly an amazing person and I will miss him immensely.