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Thomas Cellini Obituary

Cellini, Thomas Age 76, passed away peacefully after a long battle with Huntington's Disease, at his home in Flossmoor on June 9, 2015, with his beloved family at his side. Tom was born and raised in Chicago Heights. At the age of 16, he turned his passion for auto body repair and his unparalleled work ethic into a successful career as body man and proprietor of Broadway Auto Body Rebuilders. Husband for 56 years of Barbara (nee Embry); father of Thomas "Tiger" (Michele) Cellini, Alisa Cellini Gosney, Gia (Kurt) Cellini Rodrigues, Maria (Matthew) Cellini Alberico and Cara (Jeremy) Cellini Matokar; grandfather of Jenna, Thomas and Anthony Cellini, Jacob, Jillian and Jonathan Gosney, Joseph, Mario, Dominic, Geno and Bella Rodrigues, Elia and Cecilia Alberico; great-grandfather of Jackson and Cole; son of the late Maria (nee DeSandre) and Paul Cellini; brother of Paul (late Kathleen) Cellini and the late baby Betty Jean and baby Tommy Cellini; beloved uncle and dear friend of many. Tom's kind nature and strength of character will be fondly remembered by all who knew him. Resting at Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home, 530 W. 14th St. (U.S. Rt. 30, 3 blks E. of Western Ave.), Chicago Heights on Sunday, June 14th from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Monday 10:45 a.m. to Infant Jesus of Prague Church, Flossmoor. Mass 11:30 a.m. Entombment Assumption Cemetery, Glenwood. The family would appreciate memorials to the Thomas Cellini Huntington's Foundation, 3019 East End Ave., South Chicago Heights, IL 60411. For further service information contact 708 481-9230 or panozzobros.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 11, 2015.

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john bouzios

June 5, 2019

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Vic Vicari

September 19, 2015

Tom's Cushman scooter and my Whizzer bike, "memories".

Deb Boyd

August 6, 2015

My deepest condolences to the family.
I just heard of Tom's passing today. May he rest in peace. Deb Boyd

Joe Foerster

June 22, 2015

I am very sorry for the loss of your beloved father, uncle, and brother. My prayers are with your family at this time.

Diana (Focareta) Spegon

June 20, 2015

Dear Family, I'm so sorry to hear about Tom. I don't get the paper anymore. I just happened to be on the internet. Prayers are with Tom and your family.
Diana (Focareta) Spegon

Joe and Sue Rosati

June 18, 2015

Dear Barb, Tiger and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Joe and Sue Rosati

Joe and Sue Rosati

June 18, 2015

Dear Barb, Tiger and family, you have our deepest sympathy on the passing of Tom. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Joe and Sue Rosati

Liz Canali-Dishinger

June 16, 2015

My deepest sympathy to the entire family. I always enjoyed seeing Uncle Tommy at the Cellini family reunions and going to the body shop with my dad. I pray that God will continue to comfort you during this time.

June 15, 2015

Sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort help you doing this difficult time. Psalms 83 : 18.

Phil and Cameron Howard

June 15, 2015

Dear Barb and family I'm very sorry to hear about Tom our deepest condolences to the entire family your family is truly an inspiration to ours peace and love

June 14, 2015

rest in peace thomas cellini, my sympathy to your wife barb,and to your extended family.

June 14, 2015

rest in peace tom cellini, my sympathy to your wife barb, and your extended family.

June 14, 2015

Dear Barb, Tiger, Alisa, Gia, Maria and Cara and Families-
So sorry to hear of your loss, and our prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this difficult time. He is now able to watch over all of you and take care of you in a place where he is well. Our Love, Tim, Gina, Jackson and Samantha Waters

Bill & Mimi Shireman

June 14, 2015

Barb and Family please accept our deepest sympathy. You are a truly inspirational family. Tom is at peace we are certain. Bill & Mimi Shireman

Joel Pierandozzi

June 14, 2015

Rest in peace Tom, a very nice man. Condolences to the family.

Jerry Gerardi

June 13, 2015

Barbara an Tiger, So Sory Bout Our Buddy . Tommy Was A Good Man ,ALLWAYS A Huge Smile And A Huge Hug. No Matter How His Day Was. I'll Truly That Happy ManAnd All His Car Stories. WHen I Seen Him. You Will Be Missed Buddy. Jerry Gerardi Da Heights

Michele Czarnecki

June 13, 2015

Barb and Family, So sorry to learn about your loss of Tom. May the Lord bless you during this difficult time.

June 12, 2015

My condolences to the Cellini Family. Tom was a very nice man.
Joe Sinopoli

Mark McKenna

June 12, 2015

Great Man and a Great Family. So sorry . Mark McKenna & family

john marino

June 11, 2015

Our deepest sympathy, to your family,we will miss Tom,and those big hugs, he gave me. Love john and Carol Marino.

June 11, 2015

Tiger so sorry to hear about your father. I whish you and your family the best at such a sad time.

Joe schranz
Mt Carmel club

June 11, 2015

My deepest sympathies go out to your family. I pray that the God of all comfort continue to be with your family in your time of need.

Mike Mattson

June 11, 2015

Sorry to hear of the family loss. Cherish the good memories. Tom was a good person with high standards.

June 11, 2015

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Don Rubin

June 11, 2015

Dear Barb, Tiger, and Family:

Our deepest sympathy to all of you on the news of Tom's passing. The strength and ability to conquer challenges that the Cellini family has had to confront throughout the years is a testament to your courage and unwavering love and support for each other.

Don Rubin and Barb Winer

June 11, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to the Cellini family. May Tom rest in peace. Bill & Tracy Bowman

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