Maryn Nicole Cella
October 20, 2005 - January 25, 2011
Maryn Nicole Cella, Age 5 – From the heartbroken, loving arms of her mother into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, our sweet, beautiful and beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, student and friend, Maryn Nicole Cella passed away January 25, 2011 peacefully surrounded by her family and friends, following a courageous 19 month battle with a rare and terminal form of brain cancer (DIPG). Born on October 20, 2005 in Sandy, Utah. She was a pillar of light and love, and touched the lives of many people all over the world. She was a beacon of inspiration and happiness, though her days were numbered. Maryn came into the world like a lamb, quiet, peaceful and happy. She grew into a playful, happy child who loved to play with her friends and sisters, dance ballet, read books, play piano and play outside. She loved to paint and draw and most of all loved her dollies and her stuffed animals. She brought happiness to so many people and fulfillment and meaning to her mother’s life. She and her mother were inseparable from the day she was born. They loved each other deeply and together bravely fought the disease that eventually took her life. Maryn also loved her daddy very much. They spent many days making special memories together. She will be deeply missed.
Maryn is survived by her mother, Annette Cella; father, Travis Cella (Wannisa); sisters, Olivia (14) Moriah (10), half-brother, Alex and step-sister Sara; Grandparents, Gerald & Margaret Bowen, Ron & Judy Cella, as well as many aunts, uncles and extended family.
A funeral mass will be celebrated Monday, January 31, 2011 at 11:00 AM. All services will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 11800 South 300 East, Draper. Friends may visit Sunday night January 30, 2011 from 4:30-7:00 PM. Holy Rosary will be recited at 5:30 PM. Interment Larkin Sunset Gardens, 10600 South 1700 East, Sandy.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Mountain America Credit Union under the name Maryn N. Cella. Maryn’s story may be read at www.marynshope.blogspot.com.
My sweet baby girl, I love you to the moon, the sun, around the planets and back again, forever and ever. Save a place for me. I’ll be there soon. May Jesus hold you in his loving arms until we are reunited. I miss you saying “mommy, holdie me.” Love, Mommy.
In Loving Memory
Annette and Travis, I am soo sorry for your loss. Maryn was an amazing little girl. She touched so many lives.. She melted my heart the first day I met her.. My prayers are with you and your family... Love, Alyssa and Kyler
I am so very sorry for your loss...In our prayers and hearts.
Words can't express how sorry I am for your loss. May you be comforted with the knowledge that sweet little Maryn is watching over you with love. I know families are forever and you will be seeing her soon. Not soon enough, I know, but in time you will be reunited. My prayers are with you all at this time.
Dear Annette and Travis and Olivia and Moriah, I am VERY sorry for your loss i followed your blog for 3 months because i just found it and i was praying for a cure so Maryn could get better she was a BEAUTIFUL and AMAZING little girl, i am heartbroken that she passed away i wish i could have met her, my thoughts and prayers are with you all always, Love Jade Lyn Mathias, RIP Sweet Maryn Angel xoxo
Dear Annette, Travis requested to be my facebook friend,last April,when our daughter was on a fast 3 week journey to heaven. We had no clue that she had the same type of tumor that your daughter did,before those three weeks.We understand what you have gone through and are going through. Our little girls are hugging and holding Jesus often,delighting in each other's company.My little girl always reached out to everyone she met. I imagine,her reaching your daughter's hand and with great joy saying,"I've been waiting for you,. Our families will be here with us soon,time is not the same in heaven as it is on earth. It will be quicker than they know!" Sincerely, Candy and Tony Janda 206-999-6022 is my husband's cell if you would like any encouragement to go forward with Jesus' help. Jesus has been a "Rock " during our stormy trial with Grace Janda leaving us to live with Jesus.
Annette i know there is nothing that can be said ! that would make the pain go away, I know this for a fact so I wont even try! Just know in your heart I feel your pain. So please remember you & your family are loved by many. Embrace & accept any & all the love that will surround you on Monday Jan 31st . it has been a very hard year for us all ,you are not alone ok Take care of the rest of your family & yourself. Love you Annette! Dallas!
Annette, Take comfort in knowing that your beautiful Maryn will be watching over you and will be with you during your most difficult times until the day you get to embrace her once again. I love you Annette, my prayers are with you.
Sending prayers and my most heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Heaven has yet another beautiful lil' Angel.
Dear Annette and Travis, Judy, Ron, family, We have thought about you so often ever since Judy told us about Maryn's diagnosis. We are so sorry for the loss of this sweet little girl from your lives here and now. Of course she is still "there", and will be waiting for you. What a comfort that knowledge is. We love you. We'll be thinking of you and praying for you and your family.
The way that Maryn came into my life, I feel was miraculous. Through the process of getting to know her, I realized that Maryn was a catalyst. Not only for myself b ut for everyone that she came in contact with. In having the opportunity to share this dance with Maryn. Her light illuminated within me humility, strength, passion, courage, compassion, trust, faith, grace and unconditional love. May you fly with the angels I love you so much, James
Annette and your lovely daughters, My heart breaks for the sadness you are experiencing now, but I am so thankful for the mercy shown that Maryn did not have to suffer too long in the last days. Even in these blackest days of not being able to physically hold Maryn, Jesus is holding you all and sending legions of angels to minister to you in your sadness, and giving you glimpses of Maryn in paradise. Hang on and the pain will lessen, love, Margy
Dearest Annette, Travis, Ronn and Judy, We are so sorry to hear about angel Maryn. You are all in our prayers and thoughts constantly. We love you all, Sherry and Steve Grigg
Annette and family, I would like to say on behalf of Continental Airlines, Mark Cheminant, Salt Lake City Airport, friends from TSA and our family we are truly heartbroken with you. We feel so fortunate that we were able to share a tiny little glimmer in Maryn's sweet life. So glad we were able to reach out to help in your time of need. Please know that our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. Maryn will never leave you and will be there to comfort you when you need it the most. God Bless Jane Morris, family and friends.
It is with a heavy heart that I express our condolences to Maryn's family. While the hundreds of us never met Maryn personally, all of us feel we have lost a very special friend. Your friends from Club90
Annette, I had the pleasure of being one of Maryn's teachers at the ASUU Childcare. She is an amazing little woman. I will be praying for your family. Love, Angela Ainsworth
your daughter was such a sweet spirit- she was such a joy when she came to clinic on that Friday with her daddy. Eating her Bar-B-Q chips and drinking her juice sitting on her daddy's lap. She was always happy and full of love for everyone who met her. Her sweet smile will be missed by everyone who knew her.
On behalf of the City of Draper, the Draper City Council and myself, I would like to express my deepest sympathy in the loss of your beautiful little angel. Please know that our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow and our prayers are with you and your family. ~ Mayor Darrell H. Smith
Annette and family, As the funeral begins, my heart breaks for the pain you must be feeling. Although I am not at the funeral - I am keeping you all in my prayers. God Bless all of you and our newest little angel. Love, Candy
Although your little angel is no longer with us, her memory will forever live on. Following her story and watching her fight her courageous battle for her life touched my heart deeply. She was a beautiful child with such love to give. May your heart be at peace knowing that she is in the loving arms of Jesus and no longer in pain. I'm sure she will be watching you from above and showing her continuously love in everything that you do. God Bless You and let me know if you ever need anything.
Dear Annette, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I pray that God's peace which surpasses all of our understanding may uphold and comfort all of you through this sad time. Love, Kevin and Lori
Dear Margaret and family, You have been in my thoughts for a couple of weeks and then I read about sweet Maryn's passing. I feel sad and heart broken for all of you. Maryn has touched my life even though I never met her. I have been praying that your family will feel feel peace and comfort. I know that Maryn isn't far away and that you will be with her again. I love you.
Annette, I am so sorry to hear about Maryn's passing. I know she is in Jesus' s care now and is no longer experiencing pain or discomfort. She was and is a beautiful girl and I was blessed to know her. My thoughts and prayers have been with you and your girls. I pray that you and your girls may find moments of solace during this difficult time. You are an incredible mom of strength and courage and I witnessed this many times as you cared so greatly for Maryn. I am sorry I could not attend the services for Maryn. You have been in my prayers and will continue to be.
Dear Annette I am Rekhas cousin and have visited salt lake 2 ice...my husband Simon and i have prayed for Maryn since her diagnosis...we now pray for u to be able to accept ur great loss of ur little angel who lived here for such a short time.God has great plans for her up there and she will be praying for u all from heaven.God bless u and ur fly. Love Sheela and Simon
Dear Annette, Braiden and I continue to pray for you during these times. I am at a loss of words, but please know that you are on our minds. Love, Phil and Braiden
In Loving Memory
