Michael Ceolla's Obituary
Michael Patrick Ceolla, 57, of Collierville, TN, ended his earthly journey on March 27, 2017. He leaves his wife of 31 years, Lisa Robinson Ceolla, his son, Brent, his daughter, Krista, son-in-law, Chuck, and their beautiful daughters, Abygale and Zoey. He also leaves his mother, Patricia Ceolla Tudor, of Collierville, and nephews, Adam and Eric Franks. He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur Ceolla, and stepfather, Ray Tudor. Michael was a 1977 graduate of Harding Academy and received a Bachelor’s Degree from Memphis State University in 1982. He was a respected businessman in the Food Service Industry, who owned and operated Premier Sales Associates until 2013, when his company was purchased by Acosta Sales and Marketing, the largest Food Sales Agency in North America. Mike’s biggest passions were his love of his family and friends, his love of travel, his strong work ethic, and his Green Bay Packers. He touched many lives and will leave a void for all that knew him. A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, March 31, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. with visitation to follow. All services will be held at Memorial Park Funeral Home.In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations to be made to one of the following charity organizations or a charity of their choice. Be the Match 500 N 5th St Minneapolis MN 55401-1206 https://bethematch.org/support-the-cause/donate-financially/Angel Flight South Central P.O. Box 763760 Dallas, TX 75376 http://www.angelflightsc.org/get-involved/donateAttention: LT. David Townsend Collierville Citizens Police Association 156 N. Rowlett St. Collierville, TN 38017 http://wheretogivemidsouth.guidestar.org/profile/1145206/collierville-citizens-police-association.aspx. 901.651.4850St Jude Research Hospital 501 St Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105 https://www.stjude.org.
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