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Manuel Lafont Obituary
1967-2021
Manuel "Manny" V. Lafont Jr., a devoted father, brother, and son, passed away in the building collapse in Surfside, Florida on June 24, 2021. Manny is survived by his beautiful children, Mia (13) and Santi (10), mother Myriam, sister Arlene (Steven) Seltzer, sister Ivonne (Pablo) Villagra, brother Rey (Rosie) Perez, former wife Adriana Lafont, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Manuel V. Lafont Sr.
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A visitation will be held Monday, July 5 from 10 am - 2 pm with a service to follow at 2 pm at Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home, 12800 Westheimer Road Houston, Texas.
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Tammy Ty Page
July 14, 2021
Being a resident of Miami-Dade since 2013, I've been to this building, so when I heard the news I was heart broken. So many beautiful souls and love ones left to pickup the pieces. Your family have my deepest sympathy and condolences . Que Dieu soit avec vous, Amen. 123
Jim & Patsy
July 7, 2021
Arlene, you and your family have our deepest and heartfelt sympathy. Prayers to each and every family member.
Steve Smelley
July 6, 2021
I am so deeply saddened for Arlene and all of your family. Prayers for all.
BERNICE D SANCHEZ
July 6, 2021
God bless you and your family so sorry for your loss.
Eileen Vanderlee, Keith & Gail
July 6, 2021
Miriam, Yvonne and Arlene - we are saddened to hear of this terrible loss. May your memories and Manny´s children bring you comfort. We will keep your family in our prayers.
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