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MANAFORT, James A., Sr. James A. Manafort, Sr., 69, of Lecanto, FL. and Farmington, died suddenly on Wednesday, (January 24, 2007) at Citrus Memorial Hospital in Inverness, FL., with his devoted wife of ten years, Nancy by his side. Born on December 21, 1937, in New Britain, Jim was the son of the late Anthony Manafort and Rose (Forlini) Gallo. Jim retired as President of Manafort Brothers, Inc. in 1998, after 45 years in the demolition/construction industry. Beginning as a truck driver at the age of 16, Jim worked through the ranks over the years, alongside his grandfather, father, brother, uncles, cousins, and friends. He assumed the Presidency of the firm in 1969, and under the leadership of Jim, his brother, Jon and cousin, Frankie, the company grew to be one of the most prominent and successful family owned businesses in the Northeast. He was a past member of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Demolition Contractors, the Board of Directors of Briarwood College, New Britain General Hospital, New Britain Y.M.C.A, the Boys and Girls Clubs of New Britain, Sheldon Child Guidance Clinic, and the Italian Independent Political Club. His many philanthropic endeavors included the Manafort Family Foundation, My Sister's Place, and the Black Diamond Foundation. In addition to his wife, he leaves his children, Virginia and Michael O'Connor of Sinking Spring, PA., James Manafort, Jr. of Farmington, Lynne and Sal Romano of Southington, David and Randi Manafort of Berlin, Joy and Bob Anello of Plainville, Lindsay and Shawn Griffin of Plainville, and Shawn Manafort of Newington; and his grandchildren, Elizabeth and Andrew O'Connor, Nicholas, Gene, and Sandra Manafort, Salvatore, Vincent, and Maryssa Romano, David Manafort, Jr., Alyssa Anello, and Frank and Julianna Griffin. He also leaves his brother and sister-in-law, Jon and Elisa Manafort; his business partner and cousin, Frank Manafort, Jr. and his wife, Liz; his sister, Donna Robinson and her husband, Bill; his uncle, Paul J. Manafort, Sr.; his aunt, Emily Manafort; his mother-in-law, Joyce Hawk; his sister-in-law, Leslie Hill and her husband, Ken; and his nephews, his loving cousins, and countless loyal friends. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Ann Church, North St., New Britain on Tuesday, January 30th at 10 a.m. There will be no calling hours. Bailey Funeral Home, Plainville is assisting the family. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in memory of Jim Manafort, Sr. to My Sister's Place, 102 Pliny St., Hartford, CT 06120 or The Black Diamond Foundation, 2600 W. Black Diamond Circle, Lecanto, FL. 34461. Jim enjoyed his life to the fullest and lived his life by the words "It's a Wonderful World." He will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. For online condolences, please visit www. bailey-funeralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Manafort
Rocco and Jane Toce
February 5, 2007
Dear Jimmy, We were sorry to hear of the loss of your dear father. He was a great guy and we know how much you will miss him. Cherish your memories. Love, Rocco and Jane Toce, New Britain
Donna Brown
February 3, 2007
Dear Nancy and the Manafort clan - I was saddened to hear the passing of Jim. He was a great person, gave to so many and always had the twinkle in his eye. Nancy may you find peace and I hope to see you again. You have a great family around you. My sympathy to you and all Jim's family members.
Lisa Sedlmeier
February 2, 2007
To Ginny and Family:
I'm so sorry about your Dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
All our love,
The Sedlmeiers, Marty, Lisa, Billy and Katie
Angela Guerra
January 31, 2007
Lynne and Manafort family-
I wanted you all to know that I am deeply hurt by this news. Being in CA for the past 17 years I haven't been a part of your Dad's life, but wanted you each to know how sorry I am.
With love to each of you-
Angela and Lil' Anton
Rose Lawson
January 31, 2007
Condolences from the family of the late Alphonso and Mary Toscano of Bristol, CT: James Toscano of Bristol, Edward Toscano of Port St Lucie, FLA, Josephine Franks of Bristol and Rose T Lawson of Pleasant Valley, NY.
Jack Grabowski
January 30, 2007
My deepest sympahty to the Manafort family. Jimmy and I went all through school together, starting in St. Mary's. He was a true friend and I always looked forward to seeing him when he came back from Florida.
Marcus McPhee
January 30, 2007
Jim and Family,
Our condolences from the McPhee Family wishing you stength and courage to get throught this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tracey Lappen
January 30, 2007
Lynn and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Tracey, walter, Tyler, Kelly and Jessica
Charissa Johnson
January 30, 2007
To the Manafort family, I was very saddened to hear of Jim's passing. I highly respected Jim and learned a lot from him early in my career as his Admin. Assistant. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Charissa Cook Johnson
T. Michael Morrissey
January 30, 2007
Dear Nancy & The Manafort Clan:
What a guy, what a friend and what a gem. There was no one more special than Jim. My heart broke when I heard of his passing. But during this time of sorrow Jimmy leaves us with a sense of joy. Great men leave their legacy and we are all so fortunate to be its beneficiary. I share with you, my deepest condolences for your loss.
Nancy Wyman State Comptroller
January 30, 2007
Dear Nancy, Jim Jr,ad the Manafort Family
I just left the beautiful service at St Ann Church. The church was was filled as a wonderful tribute to Jim. The eulogies by you Jim and Sal were so touching I don't think there was a dry eye in the church.
Nancy the first night I met you was at Sorento's and Jim was singing "Nancy with the Smiling Face", his eyes showed his true love for you.
At this most difficult time , I hope knowing you are in the thoughts and prayers of many people make it a little easier for you .
He was a wonderful man and will be missed.
Edward & JoAnn Mascolo
January 30, 2007
Nancy & The Manafort Family,
Our condolences and sympathy to you and yours. We were blessed with enjoying his company in so many events and activities. He will be sorely missed especially his special smile, always sincere and sometimes a little mischievous.
God is with him.
Ed, Joann Mascolo & Family
Shelly Leveston
January 30, 2007
Nancy
I was very sorry to hear of the passing of Jim. Jim was a very special person, a very warm, giving, and considerate man. He will be missed tremendously by everyone. I think back of all the good times Jim and I spent together, Golf, Gin Rummy games every Monday night at my home, the parties at your Lake Home, and the wonderful functions at your home. Jim was not only a special person to a lot of people, but also a very, very special person to me.
I hope to see you soon to express my sympathies to you personally.
Shelly Leveston
Cathy Toscano
January 30, 2007
With deepest sympathy from the families of the Brisol Ct.Toscano's.
Jimmy was always active in maintaining "family" heritage and values. We served as officers of the Toscano Ancestral Society for many years and thanks to Jimmy's contributions, the TAS continues to be active today. cousin Cathy Toscano
Tom Pitts
January 29, 2007
To the Manafort family,
On behalf of my sister Nancy, brother Vinny, myself, and our families, we extend our love and condolences to our cousins and friends. We are thinking of you with hope that you will enjoy great memories of Jim forever.
Tom Pitts
John Chiaradio
January 29, 2007
On behalf of L&J Rebar we would like to send our condolences to the Manafort family.
Jim & Diane Bailey
January 29, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Manafort Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Charles Bassos
January 29, 2007
Nancy,
Marilyn and I are truly sorry and will miss Jim. We will see you when you return to Black Diamond.
Charlie Bassos
Kenneth, Philip -Henry and Annette Kowalczyk
January 29, 2007
Dave and Manafort family;
Sorry to hear about your loss. Jim was very well known thru all of my family members from way back before the day's of "Meat Town".
Phyllis Starkie
January 29, 2007
Dearest Nancy and Manafort family,
Jimmy will be missed. He was a very special guy. Your loss is shared by those who care and sympathize far more than words can say. "Love, like a beautiful song,
echoes on in the heart when the last note is silent."
Phyllis and Bill Starkie
Margie Heap
January 29, 2007
To The Manafort Family:
My deepest sympathy for your loss. It was a unique experience working with Manafort Brothers to ready Fort Trumbull for the OpSail2000 event. I shall never forget it. Everyone should be so lucky to have such a great company and family.
jim sr. and jr. at jon's birthday
January 29, 2007
Charles LeConche
January 29, 2007
On behalf of the Connecticut Laborers' District Council and our affiliated Local Unions, we express our condolences. On behalf of myself and my wife, Mary, we share your deep sorrow for your loss.
Patrick Delany
January 29, 2007
Jim Jr., Nancy, and the entire Manafort family,
I was saddened to hear about Jim’s passing this morning. Please accept my deepest sympathies, you will be in my prayers. I was privileged to have been able to meet and work with Jim shortly before his retirement. I will always remember him as a true gentleman and will never forget his remarkable appreciation for the people in his life. May your memories of Jim always be filled with happiness.
Patrick Delany (Gilbane Building Company)
ED GOODRICH
January 29, 2007
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE ENTIRE MANAFORT FAMILY AS WELL AS ALL THOSE WHO HAS THE PLEASURE TO WORK WITH JIM, SR AT MANAFORT BROS. THE LOST OF JIM, SR IS FELT BY ALL.
Peggy Beliveau
January 29, 2007
To the Manafort Family;
Our deepest sympathy at this great loss.
The Briarwood College Community.
Eric and Elaine Wieche
January 29, 2007
I would like to extend my heartfelt sympathy to the Manafort family. Jim was a true gentleman and an icon in the construction industry whose legacy will be remembered forever.
Lucy Morin
January 29, 2007
Jim,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved father. My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. Hold your happy memories of your dad close to your heart.
Linnea Pare
January 29, 2007
My deepest sympathy to all of the Manafort Family. Jim was such a nice man and always so friendly to me while I worked at Manafort Brothers, Inc.
I was so saddened to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
My husband, Jerry, sends his condolences, as well.
Phyllis DiTommaso
January 29, 2007
Jim Jr,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Mark and Phyllis DiTommaso + family
john and Mary Ann Downes
January 28, 2007
Dear Nancy and the Manafort family: The Downes Family felt pain upon hearing of Jim's passing. He was a great guy-a good and happy person. After his retirement, he surely enjoyed his life with Nancy. We will miss him.Our condolences and prayers are with the Manaforts.
Jim Bichun
January 28, 2007
My sympathy to the whole Manafort family I remember Jimmy from when I was a boy hanging out at the Manafort Yard or on job sites with my father
the family of Roger Gaudio
January 28, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the Manafort family. Jimmy had a very warm heart and would welcome you with open arms and a smile on his face. He would always say to my brother, Roger, you're a part of the famiy, and that meant the world to him. We will keep you in our prayers.
January 28, 2007
WE ARE TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,LOVE AND GOD BLESS ANTHONY MADIGAN AND FAMILY
Sebastian Papa
January 28, 2007
To the Manafort Family.
I was saddened to read about Jim's death. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim was a great guy & a true gentleman. May God Bless.
[email protected]
Joseph Abate
January 28, 2007
Dear Nancy, Jim Jr., and Manafort Family. Marie and I are deeply saddened to hear of Jim Sr's. passing. He was my high school classmate, business associate and dear friend. I will cherish always the great times together with Jimmy, Frankie and Jonny. Jim was a joy to be with. He was a kind, caring and gentle soul. Our deepest sympathy to Nancy and the Family. God Bless You Jim. May the Lord keep You with Him forever. With Love, Marie and Joe.
Gerald Smith
January 28, 2007
Dear Nancy and Jim's Family,
Fran and I are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He will be missed by all and remembered forever for his generosity and loving heart. Jim always put others first and never complained about himself. The first thing we would say to me was " How's Fran doing?" His favorite saying to me was,
" I've had a great life and how lucky we are to have such great ladies in our lives."
You are in our prayers,
Love,
Fran and Gerry
Saul Spector
January 28, 2007
To all the family,
We are all deeply saddened by the loss of Jim. We loved him very much and he was a loyal friend to all of us. We have many wonderful memories of the good times and laughter we all had together. He was always there for us whenever we needed anything.
He loved nothing more in life than his wife and family. Always so proud of all of you. We will miss him forever and you will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Saul, Sam, Selise and Marianne
Christopher "Burtie" Burt
January 28, 2007
I awoke this morning knowing a true American Icon, My Friend and nieghbor is gone. Jimmy Manafort treated me, and society at large, his equal, creating endless friends & carerr's for all of us that make America what it is, hard working and dedicatied!
I will greatly miss you,
rocco toce
January 28, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lloyd Theriault
January 28, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Pat and Judy Tufano
January 28, 2007
To The Manafort Family:
We were so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a true FRIEND and GENTLEMAN and will be greatly missed by all who have had the privllege of knowing him.
Bill O'Dell
January 28, 2007
You were a big loss to us when you retired. Thank you for 40+ years and all the memories that go with it. Billy O
Nancy Hasselman
January 28, 2007
Dear Manafort family-
We are so saddened to hear of Jim's passing. We have so very many fond memories from Lake Pococotopaug and all the weddings. He was a kind man and will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Keep all your happy memories of him close to your hearts. We will.
Sincerely, Nancy and Jerry Hasselman
Scott Gladstone
January 28, 2007
Wishing you my heartfelt sympathy.
Gary Santorso
January 28, 2007
Words can not express how saddened i am for all of you at the passing of your husband father, brother, cousin, uncle friend and golf partner. He will be missed by all of us.
Bailey Funeral Home, Inc.
January 28, 2007
Our heartfelt sympathies in this, your time of grief.
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