Cecil Marcus Telese, age 72, passed away at his residence in Clarkdale, Arizona on Wednesday, May 2, 2018. Cecil was born on May 5, 1945 to Max Bailey and Hannah Eleanor (Kinsey) Telese. He attended elementary school in Cottonwood and graduated from Mingus Union High School. He was a photographer during the 1970s and 80s and enjoyed his time at Cliff Castle Casino. He is survived by his brother Bobby Telese and sister, Eathel Lewis of Clarkdale, Arizona. A Celebration of Life will be held at Westcott Funeral Home, 1013 East Mingus Avenue, Cottonwood on Monday, May 7, 2018 at 10:00 AM.