Dolores Marie Celia's Obituary
With deep love and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Dolores Marie Celia on April 9, 2025, at the age of 82. A devoted mother, grandmother, educator, and woman of faith, Dolores lived a life marked by love, purpose, and service.
Dolores dedicated herself to nurturing both minds and hearts. Her career began in the classroom as a teacher, where she inspired countless young students with her warmth and encouragement. She later served as an elementary school principal, where her leadership, compassion, and unwavering belief in the power of education left a lasting legacy in her community.
Faith was the cornerstone of Dolores’s life. She carried her deep spirituality into everything she did—her relationships, her work, and her everyday acts of kindness. Her strength, grace, and quiet wisdom were rooted in a life of prayer and devotion.
Above all, Dolores was a loving and proud mother and grandmother. She is survived by her daughter, Lisa Balderston, and her two cherished grandsons, Eric Balderston and Alex Balderston, who were the joy of her life. Her legacy lives on in them and in all those whose lives she touched with her guidance and love.
A funeral Mass will be held on May 2nd at 9:30 am at St. Jude Shrine of the West. All who knew Dolores are welcome to join us in honoring her life.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to a local charity that focuses on education.
Dolores Marie Celia lived her life with love, faith, and purpose. We are heartbroken by her loss, but deeply grateful for her life.
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