Birth: 1951
Death: 2026
Richard Cella Jr. OBITUARY
Richard Cella Jr. OBITUARY
Richard Edwin Cella Jr., affectionately known as Richie, passed away unexpectedly on September 17, 2026, in Atlantic City, New Jersey, at the age of 74.
Richie was born on November 16, 1951, and was born and raised in Trenton, New Jersey. In 1980, he made his way across the country to Scotts Valley, California. In 1991, he settled in Felton, where he would spend the rest of his life surrounded by the redwoods and the community he called home.
Richie was a proud member of IBEW Local Union 332 and dedicated 50 years of his life to his career as an electrician. His many years in the trade reflected the hardworking and dependable man he was throughout his life.
Richie was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jane Louise Wyckoff, who passed away on December 6, 2024; his parents, Richard Cella Sr. and Marie Cella; and his brother, Ronald Cella.
He is survived by his children, Kristine Cella and Kenneth Cella; his daughter-in-law, Kenedi Cella; as well as his siblings, Diane Cella and Chris Cella.
Outside of work, Richie enjoyed the simple things that made life good. He loved playing golf, taking walks along t...