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William Mangino Obituary

William "Bill" Mangino Sr. passed away Oct. 29, 2018, at The Village in South Windsor with his son, Bill Jr. "BJ," by his side. He was 92 years old.

Bill was born Oct. 19, 1926, in East Hartford to the late James and Philomena "Minnie" (Botticello) Mangino. Bill was the oldest of three children. He is predeceased by his sister, Rose-Marie Foster.

Bill left high school in 1944 to enter the Army. He eventually returned and graduated from East Hartford High School. Bill was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the Pacific. Bill received The Asiatic Pacific Medal, Philippine Independence Ribbon and The World War II Victory Medal. He was a member of the 1st Infantry Calvary Division during World War II.

Bill met Jeanne on a blind date March 13, 1949. A year later on Sept. 23, 1950, they were married.

He attended Hillyer College and Ward School of Electronics. After graduating he worked at Dictaphone Corp.

In 1955, Bill and his father, James, built a home in South Windsor. Bill and Jeanne moved into that home a year later and there they raised their four children: Bill Jr. "BJ," Michelle, Myles, and Merle. Bill built "A paradise playground" on Pierce Road for his children and the neighborhood kids to play in. As Jeanne often noted, "Our Pierce Road home and yard were the most wonderful place to bring up children." Bill and Jeanne resided there until 1985.

They packed their bags and moved to Boynton Beach, Florida, to retire for 32 years. Three years ago they moved back to Connecticut to be near their children and grandchildren.

Bill was the owner of Diano Corp. and Mann Industrial. One of Bill's biggest pride and joy was working at General Electric. He worked there until 1982. He would often help and repair parts at Parker X-Ray in East Hartford. Bill's expertise was fixing X-ray equipment. He traveled the world as a private contractor in the industrial X-ray field.

Bill traveled to all eight world regions. Bill would often bring Jeanne on business trips. He traveled out of the country for business until he was in his late 80s. He would often say he went to all 50 states.

Bill and Jeanne would take us on many trips to Disney World. We would also travel the New England states. His all-time favorite place to go to with his family was Old Orchard Beach, Maine. He just loved that cold water! While he was there he ate Maine lobsters every night.

Bill was a member of the Elks and a lifetime member of the American Legion. Bill and Jeanne loved dancing at every function they would attend.

Bill had such a strong desire to be fit. He enjoyed running. He won the Manchester Road Race in the over 85-year-old class three years straight! Bill's last race was the "Celebrate! West Hartford Road Races" 5k in June 2016 at age 89.

Bill loved world and local news. He was an avid reader of many business and economic periodicals. There was rarely a topic of daily discussion amongst family and friends that Bill couldn't contribute to in a thoughtful, respectful, and intelligent way. He never missed "60 Minutes." "When Bill talks, people listen."

Bill is survived by his wife, Jeanne of 68 years; his children, Bill Jr. "BJ" and his wife, Olga, of South Windsor, Michelle and her husband, Aaron, of Portland, Myles and his wife, Tomomi, of New York City, New York, Merle and his girlfriend, Lisa, of Enfield and South Windsor; his sister, Diana Schleis of East Haddam; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. He also leaves his great friend and work partner, Ron Spinella. Bill also leaves his adored grandchildren, Joey Snyder, Brie and Alexa Schwartz, Maria Mangino, and Miwa Mangino.

The family would like to thank the dedicated staff and professionals from The Village and the team of caregivers from Beacon Hospice for their hard work and respect of our family.

Bill's motto: "Always believe in your family first, our country second, and all that follows will fall in to place!"

Bill's wishes were to be cremated. A celebration of "Bill, dad and grandpa's life" is planned. Family and friends will be notified.

To sign the online memorial guestbook,visit www.manchesterfh.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Journal Inquirer from Nov. 5 to Nov. 9, 2018.

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Yazeed Yabroudi

December 19, 2019

My deepest condolences. He was well liked at EGA in Dubai , UAE where he serviced the Diano Xray instruments. We were fascinated by his world war experiences , technical knowledge of Xray equipment , and remarkable fitness working in the plant with us at age 85. May he Rest In Peace.

Patty Nichols

August 24, 2019

Jeanne-Marie, So sorry to find Bill's obit today (8-23-19). The 3 months I was at White Oaks, Bill ate breakfast with me often. I considered him a good friend. He was highly intelligent, informed, and a great conversationalist. He loved to share his knowledge and experiences with others. He will be missed by everyone he ever knew. I will pray for you and your family as you adjust to life without him.

November 10, 2018

So sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. May the God and father who binds up the broken-hearted comfort and strengthen all those who mourn sustain the family and friends during this difficult time of grief. My sincere condolences. (Isaiah 61:1,2).

James& Joanie Treat

November 5, 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Joe Fradianni

November 5, 2018

To the Mangino Family. Your Dad and Husband was a huge inspiration to me growing up and I have been fortunate enough to have been able to visit the Mangino homestead.( Some fantastic launches off that great trampoline) He was a very very astute man. He passed his extraordinary ways onward toward people who may have only met him for a brief moment and carried with them...
But to his fantastic family I think I can say you all were in the presence of incredible and sure you all understand that. To all of his family I'm sorry for such a huge loss.

November 5, 2018

Thank you, Bill, for creating the Pierce Road Field of Dreams where the neighbors enjoyed your ball fields, trampoline, mini bikes, go carts, swings and zip lines. The unending flow of fresh drinking water from the artesian well kept us hydrated too. You were a Renaissance Man in the truest sense.
Prayers & condolences to Jeanne, BJ, Michelle, Myles & Merle as well as your spouses and children. Sincerely, Steve Callahan.

Jeanette Coleman

November 5, 2018

Thinking of you, Michelle. and your family during this difficult time.

Manchester Funeral Home

November 5, 2018

With deepest sympathy during this time of difficulty.

Steve and Deborah LaPenta

November 5, 2018

Jeanne, Bill, Michelle, Myles and Merle, Deb and I were very saddened to learn of Bill's passing. Please accept our condolences and know your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
I always enjoyed spending time with Bill and I always learned something new during our very pleasant conversations...RIP my friend!

Steve and Deborah LaPenta

November 5, 2018

Jeanne, Bill, Michelle, Myles and Merle, Deb and I were very saddened to learn of Bill's passing, please accepts our condolences and know that we will cherish the memories of spending time with both of you forever, especially our Christmas party's. RIP my friend!

November 5, 2018

I will always remember driving up Tolland Tnpk. a
and seeing you running. You were an inspiration to everyone at White Oaks. You fought the good fight with your illness. Rest in peace. Carol (Gilbert)

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