It is with heavy hearts that we share that our dear friend and colleague Celestine Wesley passed away last night. She was our longtime office and finance director at the Panel — this was her 35th year with us! She had been battling lung cancer.
We loved Celestine dearly. Many people who’ve worked with us have been touched by her smile, quiet dedication, and commitment to our community. She was an anchor for our work and many of us personally. She was very proud of our work at the Panel and CFC and will forever remain a part of our movement for social and economic justice in Arkansas.
She was a passionate reader, world traveler, wife, mother and grandmother, leader in her church, and a great manager of our finances. She was soft spoken, but we were always wise to listen to what she had to say. She’s been a huge part of the Panel and CFC’s growth and stability through the years.
We will have a lot to say in the coming days and weeks about Celestine and everything she meant to us. We will keep you posted as we learn details on celebrating her life from her family.
Please keep her family in your thoughts and prayers.