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Manuel DaMota Obituary
For Manuel DaMota, woodworking was translating. But it was a translation process that worked with images, not words. Architects would concoct fanciful designs, and Mr. DaMota would translate their elaborate visions from paper into wood. His work could be as elaborate as making jewelry -- with glass marbles, aluminum and fabric that all had to be embedded into the woodwork.
As a project manager for Bronx Builders, Mr. DaMota, 43, had worked with architects like David Rockwell and Jeffrey Beers to do the interiors for fine restaurants including the Russian Tea Room, Nobu Next Door and Tuscan Steak. But he also worked for the children of the North Presbyterian Head Start program, where he built a miniature mahogany building complete with windows.
"He loved working with wood," said his wife, Barbara. "You could see it from the way he talked about it."
He always said yes when asked to do another project. "He was busy, so we only went to the beach once this past summer," said Christopher, Mr. DaMota' s 10-year-old son. Mr. DaMota had two other sons, with a fourth child on the way.
His latest project was a wine room for another top Manhattan restaurant, Windows on the World.
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David DaMota
February 3, 2025
My Dad was the best Storyteller and the most Amazing Guy. I miss him so much.
Photo taken at the World Trade Center. He loved to go there.
Carmelita Lopes
September 12, 2021
You loved to visit this build. The closest to can get to heaven.
Carmelita Lopes
September 12, 2021
You were an amazing husband, father, son and brother. Always happy, always smiling. We love you forever.
ANY VILLALBA
September 11, 2021
Desde el cielo brilla con intensidad una estrella que nos cuida. Te recordamos con inmenso amor Manuel Da Mota. Siempre en nuestros corazones ♥
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Manuel DaMota
September 11, 2021
“LOVE YOU FOREVER “
Barbara Damota
September 11, 2021
ALWAYS AND OURS HEART ♥
Barbara Damota
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Barbara Damota
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Barbara Damota
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Barbara Damota
September 11, 2021
LOVE AND REMEMBER ALWAYS. ♥♥♥
BARBARA DAMOTA
September 11, 2021
To my great LOVE .Today 20 years after that horrible day that you left our side, there was not a single day that I did not have you in my mind, my heart and I missed you so much. 20 years have passed in which we could have done so many things together and above all watch over our children, see them grow, I want you to know that I try to raise them the best I could and that you feel very proud of who they are today. I love you to infinity until we can meet again, meanwhile take care of us. I LOVE YOU FOREVER. ♥
Cindy Roe
September 6, 2021
Remembering Manuel on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Maritza C
September 12, 2019
Hi Manuel, another year and yet you're thought of by many. Not one day goes by remembering your smile, kind, thoughtful heart, being funny at times. Your goddaughter Shelby thinks of you and what it be having you around her with guidance, support, input of her late teens, college and more. Seeing you around your loving family. We miss you Manuel. Always in ours Maritza, Hannah, Shelby.... Keep watching over us.
May 22, 2012
Dear Dad,
I am going down to the 9-11 Memorial Center tomorrow to pay tribute to you. Carolyn is going with me. I wish you could have met her. I know that you really would have liked her. She is really good to me and has a good sense of humor. Something you and I always had in common. From the pictures I have seen the New Memorial looks beautiful. They put in fountains, trees and plaques. I know that you would have liked it. Thank you for looking down on me each day. I hope that you would be proud of me. You will always be my Hero. I miss you and love you with all my heart. I will never forget the memories that we had together.
Love always from your son,
David
CARMEN ZAPORTA
October 13, 2011
WE LOVE YOU MANUEL E,P,D.
Brady
September 29, 2011
I just want you to know I am praying for you and all the victims of 9/11. I bet he was a good man and his kids probablly miss him a lot. I am happy to say I have planted an iris for you. I was young only two when the planes hit the twin towers but over the years I have learned more and more and it is just a tragic thing that happend that day and I will always have you and your family in my prayers.
BARBARA DAMOTA
September 12, 2011
A MI ETERNO AMOR
HAN PASADO 10 ANOS DE AQUEL FATIDICO DIA , 10 ANOS QUE PARECIERAN QUE FUESE AYER, NO FUE FACIL ENFRENTAR EL MUNDO SIN TI , PERO DIOS ME DIO ESA FUERZA ESA ENDEREZA Y SE QUE TU ESTAS SIEMPRE A MI LADO , TE AMO POR SIEMPRE, SIEMPRE ESTARAS EN NUESTROS CORAZONES , EN NUESTRO DIARIO VIVIR , TU ERES Y SIEMPRE SERAS MI ETERNO AMOR , HASTA QUE VOLVAMOS A REENCONTRARNOS HASTA LA ETERNIDAD , TE AMO
POR SIEMPRE
TU CHIQUITA.
Maria da Paz Almeida
September 12, 2011
Love u so much, Tio!!!!
September 11, 2011
To our Dear Brother,
Ten years have passed....You will never be forgotten in our hearts....We miss you and love you forever. One day we will be together again. Your sisters
Manela and Samy
We Luv you Dad, Manny, mom & Bert - May 2008
Manny Damota
September 15, 2009
Barbara with our Goddaughter
September 13, 2009
Manny, Christopher with Shelby Goddaughter - 05/02/2009
September 13, 2009
Barbara Damota
September 13, 2009
To A BEAUTIFUL, WONDERFUL, Admirable, Caring, Giving man who is loved and remembered by his wife Barbara, his sons CHRISTOPHER and MANNY. It's been 8 years of sadness but yet we see you in every corner we turn too- home, familiar sites,etc. Memories of you will ALWAYS be in our HEARTS. You're not to be FORGOTTEN.A man loved by so many,You touched many peoples heart. You were a GREAT son,brother, uncle ,husband,father. Manuel this year, 2009 has been the worst ever for me.Our son Manny, now 7yrs old, realizes why you're not here with us but yet asks many questions of "WHY", why you, why that place? Manny, as well as Christopher misses their father- YOU. Remember, Manny was in my wound when you were KILLED. Its difficult, sad for me to EXPLAIN to our son of you being taken away from us. Manny though young tries to understand. Christoper is doing well. You'd be proud of him, now 18yrs old, attends St. Johns University.Christopher does his best helping me with Manny, Big Brother that he is.
We know GOD has you with him, WE have you as OUR GUARDIAN ANGEL, always looking over us.
R.I.P my LOVE,
for you are Missed Endlessly
Barbara, Christpher, Manny
Cecilia Mota
April 19, 2009
AMO-TE
Cecilia Mota
April 19, 2009
Como eu te recordo meu irmao!!! Tenho tantas saudades tuas.Recordo quando te visitei em Ny de uma frase que disseste:Queria tanto ter um dia sem fazer nada.Absolutamente nada... Estavas tao cansado nesse dia! Nao imaginavas sequer que o teu dia de descanco eterno estava a distancia de pouco mais ou menos um ano... Os anos nao apagaram a saudade e a prova e que depois de tantos ja passados tu continuas bem presente no meu coracao e a chama da saudade permanece bem viva dentro de mim Descanca meu irmao Que deus te tenha guadado dentro do Seu Coracao
Doug Abraham
April 4, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
David DaMota
December 4, 2008
My dad was a great man. I miss him dearly. Seven years later it's still sinking in what actually happened to him on that horrible day in September. My father was my hero and I would have liked to spend more time with him before he passed on. I love you more than words can say dad, you will always be in my heart and I look forward to the day that we will be together again in heaven. I miss you dad.
Love,
David DaMota
Maria da Paz Almeida
October 17, 2007
A beautiful loving man! I still see the sadness on my mother's eyes and still remember the sadness on my grandma face! I miss this uncle so much! I wish I could have seen him before he departed from this world, but I will never forget, all the hugs and love and those beautiful eyes. My love to all my familly! Have you in my heart!
Kristine
October 30, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
P Tabbernor
September 19, 2006
In remembrance....
Alexander Wilamowski
August 14, 2005
I met Manuel DaMota when I was General Manager of Morgenthal-Frederics on Madison Avenue. He was in charge of completely redoing our store with fine custom woodwork and cabinetry which was, in short, exquisite. Manuel was an absolute genius at his work. We spoke often as his knowledge of woodworking was extensive. He was pleasant and a delight to be around. He knew that I lived in Valley Stream. He called me one day and told me that he was going to buy a house there. He asked me if I would show him around the area. I was only too happy to comply. He picked me up in his truck after work and we went to Valley Stream to see the sights. He was a gem of a person. Someone that you'd want for your best friend. After the construction, we lost touch with one another. We did, however, run into each other one day in Valley Stream. It was a happy meeting.
In the days following September 11th, 2001. . . still in a state of shock. . . I was reading about the victims in Newsday. I felt that I had to honor the memory of all those who had died. I could not allow the day to pass without reading about folks, just like me, who left home for work that morning and never returned home. I didn't know any one's name until I got to Manuel. It started, Manuel DaMota did not work in the World Trade Center. . . he had a meeting there that morning to begin work in Windows on the World.
My seeing this good man's name only deepened my grief and sadness. There are no words for me to offer to his loved ones. Other than, my prayers and thoughts are with you. I know that Manuel is in Heaven, close to breast of Saint Joseph the carpenter and to Jesus our Lord. May he rest in eternal peace. I will always remember him.
Helen Daly
September 10, 2003
I will say an extra prayer for you and your family as the two year anniversary is here. God Bless You.
Teresa Jahn
January 5, 2002
We are very sorry for your loss of Manuel. May his wood working skills, his life and love live on in his baby to be, his other children and those who love him. Our hearts cry deeply with you in your loss of Manuel.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
January 4, 2002
DEAR LORD BLESS MANUEL DAMOTA AND MAY HE REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND
FRIENDS..MAY HE BE WITH JESUS THE
CARPENTER...GOD BLESS AMERICA AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01.AMEN
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