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Gasper Mantione Obituary
Gasper "Mike" Mantione, 66, passed away unexpectedly at his Reading home on Sunday, April 10, 2016.
He was the husband of Carol L. (Klassner) Mantione. Born in Sicily, Italy, on February 18, 1950, Mike is a son of the late Andrea and Rosa Maria (Campanella) Mantione.
Mike was retired from Boscov's after working nine years as a truck driver. Prior to that, he was employed with the Chemical Leaman Corp. as a cement truck driver.
He enjoyed frequenting yard sales, watching movies and listening to Country Western and traditional Italian music.
In addition to his wife, Carol, Mike is survived by two children, Andrew J. Mantione, of Reading, and Michele L. (Mantione) Hendel and her husband, Daniel Jr., of Hamburg; a step-son, Stacy W. Hoke, and his companion, Melanie Griffin, of Bowmansville; two granddaughters, Caiden L. and Haley S. Hendel; four step-grandchildren: Cameron A., Cadence A. and Grayson Hoke and Noah Griffin; a step-granddaughter on the way; three siblings: Salvatore Mantione and his wife, Judy, of New York, Charles Mantione, of New York, and Carmela "Carrie" (Mantione) Zimmerman and her husband, Rick, of Virginia.
Mike is predeceased by two siblings, Giuseppe "Joe" Mantione and Paula (Mantione) Sperrazza.
Services for Mike will be Monday, April 18, 2016, at 1:30 p.m. in Auman's, Inc., Funeral Home, 390 W. Neversink
Rd., Reading, PA 19606. Family and friends will be received in the funeral home on Monday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reading following the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association, 25 Stevens Ave., Reading, PA 19609.
Online condolences may be sent to www.aumansinc.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gasper Mantione
Jean Zimmerman
April 22, 2016
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Deirdre Petrie
April 20, 2016
So sad to hear of Gasper's passing. I worked with Gasper as his lender when he bought his dream home. Such a kind, polite, gentlemen. My condolences to his loved ones.
Robin Reed
April 20, 2016
I am so sorry to hear about Gasper's passing..I was his realtor and was so happy to find a house that fit his needs. We traveled around looking at many homes and I got to know him well...my sincere condolences to his family..he was a sweet man!
Janet Wright
April 18, 2016
To Carol and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my prayers and may your memories comfort you. Take care.
American Heart Association
April 14, 2016
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Steve Barlet
April 14, 2016
To the Mantione Family, I knew Mike from Boscovs, he was always singing and a happy man, he will be sadly missed, my prayers to the family.
Rosemary Sperrazza
April 14, 2016
Oh my? I am still in disbelief! I am so sorry to the Mantione Family, my Cousins Andy and Chellio, and Carolina!! I love you all much. we will be there this weekend. You all have my deepest condolences!! My Hunkle is gone and I am so lost without hearing him talk to me and cheering each other up. my tears are whole for you Uncle, I "LOVE You!!!1 please rest in peace with no more pain your Knees Rose!
LuAnn Schmoyer
April 14, 2016
Michele and Andy, I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a good and kind man. I am blessed for the time we had together. Take comfort in knowing he will have no more pain. I will always be hear if you need me. I love you both so much.
Audrey Fisher
April 14, 2016
Carol & family ~~~ we are so, so very sorry for your loss!!! Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your families at this difficultl time in your lives!! Take care & may God Watch over & comfort you!!
George & Audrey (Wojcik) Fisher
Rayell Willard
April 12, 2016
Sending my condolences to Gasper's children, Andrew & Machele, & Caroline, his wife, & their families. Gasper was truly a good person. Very caring & thoughtful! He will be missed by all who knew him!
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