Obituary of Celeste Andruzzi

Celeste (Vitarella) Andruzzi, age 89, entered into eternal rest on Monday, April 13, 2026.

Born on January 6, 1937, in Brooklyn, New York, Celeste was the beloved daughter of the late Louise and Dominick Vitarella. She is now reunited in heaven with her cherished husband, Nicolas Andruzzi; her loving daughter, Luise Rodriguez; her son, Daniel Andruzzi; and her son-in-law, Edward Goldberg.

Celeste is survived by her devoted children, Josef Andruzzi (Cynthia), Kim O’Byrne (Michael), and Ava Goldberg. She was a proud and loving grandmother to Nicolas, Alexandria, Rachel, Michael, Gabrielle, Stefan, Anastasia, and Brandon.

Celeste will be remembered for her deep love of family, her strength, and the warmth she brought to all who knew her. She was a devoted mother and a loyal, loving friend, whose kindness touched so many lives. She will be profoundly missed beyond words, and forever held in the hearts of those who loved her. Her legacy lives on in the love she gave so freely.

Forever in Our Hearts
A life well lived,
A heart so true,
A loving soul
We’ll always hold onto.
Though she rests
beyond our sight,
Her love remains
                                                          our guiding light.                                                           

Wake service will be on Monday April 20, 2026 from 3:00 to 8:00 PM at Marine Park Funeral Home. 3024 Quentin Road Brooklyn, NY 11234, 718-339-8900.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:30 AM on Tuesday, April 21 at St. Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic Church, 1550 Hendrickson Street, Brooklyn, NY 11234.

Committal service will immediately follow to Green-Wood Cemetery. 500 25th Street Brooklyn, NY 11232.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Celeste’s name to the Joe Andruzzi Foundation by clicking the link provided: www.joeandruzzifoundation.org