Manuel Melvyn Rezende

Hi Rose. This is Rika; I used to work with you and Mannie in AAP. I was just reminiscing with Mike White about our urban explorations in LA and how much we learned together about the city through trips to galleries, bookstores, eateries, and local hikes. Mannie was so knowledgeable about a diversity of subjects and his eagerness and humor were so appreciated. I remember those days fondly and the compassion and commitment that Mannie and others brought to AAP. I still remember Mannie's ready...

In loving memory of Mannie Rezende. He was one of those people who made an impression on you. A listener, a participant, a wonderful Dad, and a delightfully quirky authentic man, who warmed the hearts of many. Rest in peace Mannie.

Manny and I were very good friends in high school. Two years ago, at the wake for his brother Dan, I saw him for the first time since college. He had the same kind, affable, earnest style, paid the same deep attention to each person to whom he spoke, and had the same ready laugh; as lovely a man as he was a boy. I had searched for him for many years but didn't find him till that day. I was very glad to see him at last and will always remember him with the greatest admiration and affection. My...