Ron Celli has passed on. He was battling bladder cancer and succumbed to pneumonia. Obits: Ronald Celli Obituary (1956-2026) | Rochester, NY and Ronald Celli Obituary | Jennings Nulton & Mattle Funeral Home Inc | 1956 - 2026
Ronald Celli Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Ronald Celli (Rochester, New York), who passed away on February 3, 2026, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ronald Celli to pay them a last tribute.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Ronald leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Fred Celli and Carol Celli; and his brothers, Fred Jr. and Michael. He is survived by: his siblings, Robert (Debbie) and Carla (Doug); and his siblings' children, Olivia and Michael Spinder.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 2nd 2026 at 12:30 PM at the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery (2461 Lake Ave, Rochester, NY 14612).
Please also consider donations to the Wilmot Cancer Center, where he received care, the American Red Cross, to which he was a dedicated donor, or to the MDS (Myelodysplastic Syndromes) Foundation.
Robert E. Connors (Dan's Brother)
RIP Ron Celli:
I will always remember the endless games of Whiffle Ball that you and Mike played with Dan and me in the backyard of our house at 192 Rogers Parkway around 1962-1964. You were the first to hit a homer over the fence and were my hero. And I will never forget the foxhole we dug in the backyard which was deeper than our heights, as we were digging a hole to find China....and in which you and Mike dragged some excess roofing material from your father's business, which covered the foxhole, as we played GI Joe. I pray that you are now reunited with Mike and your parents in heaven. Say hello to Dan when you see him and get another game started.
John Hart
Ron got me my first job as a busboy at the Irondequoit Town Lounge. I remember him as a natural athlete, good at everything he played. Rest in peace, Ron.
John Baccari
what a tremendous loss. I think Ron was one of the most well liked kids at Irondequoit high school. So sad. I hope Ron had many joyful moments in his life. I didn't see him much past high school and only talked to him once I believe when he was at Alfred Tech. Rest in peace, Ron. You had many friends
Curt Meltzer
I lived on Daley Blvd until I was 7. Rons house was a short walk away. I must have met Ron in kindergarten at Parkside. He taught me how to play catch, mostly in my back yard. He was patient with me - more than my father was - and more than most kids would be. I will forever be grateful. RIP Ron.