Celand P. Graczyk

Celestine “Celand” Peter Graczyk, age 91 of New Hope, former long-time resident of Maple Grove, passed on April 24, 2020 as a result of complications due to the Coronavirus.

Celand was a caring, giving, hardworking man.  He loved to be with his family and friends, laugh and play cards.  He was a devote Catholic and served as an usher at St. Raphael’s in Crystal for many years.

He will be missed dearly by his family; children, Gary (Kathy) Graczyk, Marlene (Larry) Nalezny; daughter-in-law, Bonnie Graczyk; grandchildren, Kerry (Brad) Marshall, Tammie (Tate) Grimm, Blake (Marie) Graczyk, Kelly (Ben) Newlin, Heather Graczyk (Ash Hopkins), Timothy Graczyk, Billy Graczyk, Hollie (Joshua) Danis, Haley (Kevin) Miller; great -grandchildren, Miah, Myles, Charlie, Marty, Lillie, Remi, Callie, Michael, Reese, and Reba; brother, Frank (Janice) Graczyk and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Celand was preceded in death by his wife, Arla; sons, Harold and Kevin; daughter-in-law Debbie and many other beloveds.

A private service was held at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens.

A celebration of life will be held when friends and family can gather.