Joseph P. Vecellio

Joseph P. Vecellio, 83, of Clarence Street, Bradford, passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Bradford Manor.

Born October 5, 1941, in Bradford, he was a son of the late Joseph D. and Florence A. (Johnson) Vecellio.

Joe was a 1959 graduate of St. Bernard School, and a 1963 graduate of Mansfield State University earning a bachelor's degree in Education.

On January 4, 1962 in the Rectory of St. Bernard Church, he married Carrol A. (Homan) Vecellio who preceded him in death on June 10, 2024.

Joe was employed at Bradford Central Christian High School as a History Teacher for 24 years, and later taught History at Eldred High School for 17 years until he retired in 2004.

He was a member of St. Bernard Church, Bradford Central Christian Rambler Association. Joe was a basketball coach at both high schools for many years, and was inducted into the Big 30 Hall of Fame in 2018, and later the Bradford Central Christian Hall of Fame in 2022.

He enjoyed fishing with his sons, and taking cross county trip with Carrol to see his sons, and grandchildren.

Surviving are three sons, Joseph E. Vecellio, of Eldred, Mark E. (Beth) Vecellio, of Shady Springs, WV, and Andrew P. (Stacy) Vecellio, of San Angelo, TX, nine grandchildren, Rebecca Vecellio, Sabina Vecellio-Ford, Thomas "TJ" Vecellio, Michael Vecellio, Nathan Vecellio, Micah Vecellio, Noah Vecellio, Isaiah Vecellio, Anastasia Vecellio, and one great granddaughter, Lilianna Myers.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Carrol, of 63 years, and one son, Michael D. Vecellio, who died July 17, 1985.

Services will be held privately for family, followed by entombment in St. Bernard Mausoleum.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

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A teacher not only in the classroom but also on the fields of play. The best teacher and coach I ever had. One of the biggest influences in my life and career. Thanks coach you are in my heart and mind forever.
— Dave Roney

My condolences to the Vecellio family. Coach was not only a great teacher and my football coach but a great guy who taught life lessons as well. RIP Coach.
— Lou Vigliotti

Mr. V always emphasized working hard and accountability, in the classroom and on the court. He shared many valuable lessons, shaping many of us at O-E. Thank you, Coach V
— Matt Splain

My condolences to the Vecellio family. Joe and I were classmates for 12 years at St. Bernard''s. He was a great athlete, teacher, coach, and friend. He will be missed in the Bradford area.
— Tony Pascale

To Joe''s family, I never met Joe until hi school,and after that it was all friendship. Sorry to hear of his passing, along with many others of our class, but we will always be well known. So proud of him and his accomplishments.
— LARRY VECELLIO

Dear Joe, Mark and Andy. Please accept my condolences on the loss of your Dad. He was a passionate coach and teacher and a good neighbor to us. May God grant each of you and your families with peace and the knowledge that he is now reunited with your Mom and Mike in heaven. Let his love and memories sustain you until you are together again.
— Sharon K Schweinberg

My deepest condolences to the Vecellio family. I had coach as a teacher at BCCHS. My mom would say he was a great distant cousin. All best and prayers
— MaryClaireCoster

Please accept my most heartfelt condolences. Joe was not only a colleague but a friend. I know how much he loved you, and how proud he was of you all. He was an outstanding teacher who guided so many and made History fun.
— Terri Cooney

Joe was always my favorite teacher. He guided many people''s children in the right direction. I will miss fishing with him.
— Andy Zetts

Our sincere condolences to the Vecellio family. Coach V is a true Rambler. He taught us "kids" alot as a teacher, coach and mentor. God Bless
— Joe Gocella

I worked with Joe at Otto-Eldred for several years. He was a great coach, teacher and friend. Heartfelt condolences to his family.
— Karl Shuey

We will miss you. Mike & Deb Viola
— Mike Viola

Andy…my thoughts and prayers to you and your entire family.
— Scott Shade

To the Vecellio boys and their families my sincere condolences to you all, Coach Joe V was one of the good ones. Lots of prayers for you all
— Lucy Nuzzo

Joe was a special man who truly cared about his students and always had a well prepared class at Bradford central. We were lucky to have him as a teacher. God Bless you Joseph.
— Jeff Franklin

My condolences to the Vecellio family. Went to St. Bernard from the first thru twelve grade with Joe He was the best, a grade athlete and a great guy. It was a privilege to know him. God Bless you all.
— Teddy Viola

Joe and family, very sorry for your loss. Coach was very good to Lisa and I during and after our years at BCCHS. May he rest peacefully in heaven with your mom and brother.
— Christopher and Lisa Keller and family

Dear Vecellio Family - I had Coach for History - a subject I have loved throughout my life. I also served as a basketball manager under him all four years at BCC. He was wonderfully patient with me and taught me a lot about being a coach, a parent, and a man. I thank God for him and pray for you as you grieve.
— Carl Cucuzza

My condolences to the Vecellio family. He was a teacher that made a lifelong impression on me at BCC. To this day I still fondly look back on his class.
— Aimee Vecellio Kemick

My condolences to the Vecellio family. He was a great teacher and coach. I enjoyed having him as a teacher back in the day
— Michael Luciano

Dear Vecellio family, I had the privilege, as did many others that attended BCCHS to have Mr. Vecellio as one of my teachers. He was a great teacher and coach at the school and loved and respected by many. May your memories help you through this difficult time.
— Mary ( Roche) Morgan

My condolences to the Vecellio family, Joe was a great coach and teacher. I always had the utmost respect for him.
— Bill Taylor

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A teacher not only in the classroom but also on the fields of play. The best teacher and coach I ever had. One of the biggest influences in my life and career. Thanks coach you are in my heart and mind forever.
— Dave Roney
My condolences to the Vecellio family. Coach was not only a great teacher and my football coach but a great guy who taught life lessons as well. RIP Coach.
— Lou Vigliotti
Mr. V always emphasized working hard and accountability, in the classroom and on the court. He shared many valuable lessons, shaping many of us at O-E. Thank you, Coach V
— Matt Splain
My condolences to the Vecellio family. Joe and I were classmates for 12 years at St. Bernard''s. He was a great athlete, teacher, coach, and friend. He will be missed in the Bradford area.
— Tony Pascale
To Joe''s family, I never met Joe until hi school,and after that it was all friendship. Sorry to hear of his passing, along with many others of our class, but we will always be well known. So proud of him and his accomplishments.
— LARRY VECELLIO

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