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Merl Manchego Obituary

44, of Commerce City. Mass, Sat. 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Grace.

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Published by Denver Post on Jan. 15, 2009.

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Carol Rodriguez

January 22, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers.

Melissa Ayala (Medina)

January 19, 2009

To the family of Marilyn (Merl) Manchego: We were very sorry to hear about your loss. We briefly knew Marilyn, we mostly knew her parents and Pat (whom we still care about deeply) Our deepest sympathy to all of you....We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers; May God watch over your family and give you peace in your hearts. Our Love, Bert & Dorothy Medina and John & Melissa Ayala

Nancy and Georganne

January 18, 2009

Merl, while our meeting at Pride and Dignity was brief, it is treasured. Our hearts go out to Terry and the rest of your family.

Sara Baros

January 17, 2009

My prayers and condolences go to Merl's family. Just like many we have not seen her since school. She will always be remembered for her inspiration for those of us that played sports with her. She will be remembered and dearly missed

Ruby Reid (Castellano)

January 16, 2009

Merl and I went to highschool together. I'll always remember the great times all us girls had. May you rest in peace. My deepest sympathy to the family.

Leticia (Tish) Martinez

January 15, 2009

Merl: My wish is that you rest in eternal peace. My deepest sympathy to your family. We shared many High School experiences, all trying to pave our way in life. I am truly grateful to have shared them with you. You will always be in my prayers.

Renee (Babcock) Montez

January 15, 2009

I went to High School with Merl. I am sorry to hear she has passed. I have not seen her since school. But still will miss her. My Prayers go out to her and her family.

Eddie Lanyon

January 15, 2009

Although it has been many years since I last seen Marilyn, I have thought of her often. I knew her from school and she was always very kind, sweet, and will always hold a special place in my heart. Please accept my sincere condolances.

barbi hunter

January 15, 2009

Merl will be greatly missed; such a kind and helpful person. Your family is in my prayers.

Shawna Shearer

January 15, 2009

I used to work with Merl and was shocked to hear of her passing... she will be missed

LuAnn Lindsay

January 15, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies. I will be praying for all the family during this time of sorrow.

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