Celeste Portela Obituary
The passing of Celeste Portela of Hawthorne, New Jersey leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on August 23, 2025 at the age of 75. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Celeste Portela or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
As Celeste departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Celeste. Though Celeste may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her siblings, Maria Lopes, Rosa Nieves and Manuel Pedro. She is survived by: her spouse Serafim Portela of Hawthorne; her son John Portela (Maria) of Hawthorne; and her sibling Binda Mendes.
