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Joseph Mangini Obituary
Resident of Concord
Joseph Andrew Mangini, 66, entered eternal rest surrounded by his family in Concord on September 30, 2011. Joe, a member of a Concord pioneer family, is the son of the late Raymond and Margaret (Levada) Mangini. He was a graduate of Queen of All Saints Grammar School and a 1963 graduate of Mt. Diablo High School. Joe served his country proudly as a member of the US Air Force. He was a longtime cattle and horse rancher who spent many hours as a young man at the Mangini Ranch. He was "Mr. Fix It" when it came to fixing almost everything at the Contra Costa Water District and on the ranch. He was a member of Concord Farm Bureau and Groveland Kiwanis.
Joe is survived by his wife of 47 years, Sherry Lynn Mangini; sons and daughter-in-law, James (Jim) and Sandy Mangini, Joseph Mangini and Jared Mangini; grandchildren Elizabeth, Ashley, Alexandra, Taylor and Holle Mangini. Joe is also survived by brother, Rev. Richard A. Mangini and sister, Karen A. Mangini as well as many cousins and friends. Joe especially enjoyed his role as "Papa/Grandpa" to his granddaughters!
Visitation commencing at 6:00PM, Wednesday, October 5, 2011 with Vigil Service at 7:30PM at St. Bonaventure Church, 5562 Clayton Road, Concord. Funeral Liturgy will be at 10:30AM, Thursday, October 6, 2011 also at St. Bonaventure Church. Interment will be at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.
Memorials in Joe's name may be made to American Institute Cancer Research, 1759 R Street SW, Washington, DC 20009.
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for Joseph Mangini
October 7, 2011
I will miss Joe so much .He was a great help to me on the ranch . I always could find the tool I needed for my work and got great life advice from him .Ilove you Sherry Karen and Fr.Richared.Untill we meet him again .Where is Joe.Answer in heaven riding a horse.
October 6, 2011
I was sorry to hear of your loss. I offer you my deepest sympathy.
Donald Devincenzi
cheryl bradley
October 6, 2011
Dear Sherry and your family~ I am so very sorry for the loss of your loved one Joe. I worked with him at the water district and he was always so helpful and fun to be around, he will be greatly missed. My sincere sympathy~
Annie Merschat
October 6, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to the whole Mangini family - Uncle Joe was a wonderful man. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time of sorrow.
October 5, 2011
Sherry, My thoughts and sympathy go with you & family at your loss. Uncle joe was a fun, kind, generous man. I enjoyed meeting him. Sincerely, Lillian Phillips(Staceys Mom)
Diane Shelby O'Shea
October 4, 2011
Dear Sherry, Karen and Richard: Your loss is wide felt as Joe was an honorable man, husband, father, brother and friend. Goodbye Dear Joe. Please say hello to my brothers Jack and Gary for me.
Gail Williams
October 4, 2011
Sherry and farmily, We are so sorry for you loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May you find strength in knowing how much Joe was loved by all who knew him. Always, Your State Farm Family....Gail Williams, Shelley & Jenna
Leslie Tomich
October 4, 2011
I am terribly sorry for your families loss. My heartfelt condolences for all. Love and prayers for you.
Charlene J. Savarino
October 4, 2011
Dear Ms. Mangini, I am so very sorry for the loss of your brother. What a great man! My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. I wish I could be there for you but you are in my heart always. Love, Charlene
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