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Manuel J. "Manny" Miramontes

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Manuel Miramontes Obituary

Name: Visitation for Manuel J. "Manny" Miramontes
Start: 2017-02-11T15:30:00.000Z
End: 2017-02-11T18:00:00.000Z
Location: Wisconsin Memorial Park-Chapel of the Chimes

Miramontes, Manuel "Manny" J. Age 77 years. Born to eternal life Feb. 1, 2017. Preceded in death by his beloved wife Judy in 2014. Dear father of Susan Gleason. Loving grandfather of Meghan, Sarah, and Olivia Gleason. Brother of Michael (Marlene) Miramontes. Further survived by son in law, Howard Gleason, dear friend and caregiver Kyle Anderson, nieces, nephews, other relatives, many friends, and his faithful canine companion, Buttons. Visitation Sat., Feb. 11 at Wisconsin Memorial Park-Chapel of the Chimes 13235 W. Capitol Dr. Brookfield from 9:30 AM until Services and a time of sharing at 12:00 PM. Manny was larger than life in the grocery industry. He was the former owner/operator of Manny's Chips and Salsa and later was a salesperson for the Badger Ham Company. Manny was also greatly involved with Wisconsin AAU Basketball being a coach and organizer with the Wisconsin Shooters Basketball Program. A special thank you to Dr. Afzal and the other caring and compassionate staff at Aurora Summit Hospital.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Feb. 5 to Feb. 8, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Manuel Miramontes

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15 Entries

Shari Higgins

January 30, 2019

Dear Susan, Meghan, Sarah and O Love,
I can't believe a year has come and gone. I hope you have all found the comfort that you needed in your time of need. One day we will all be together again having dinner and enjoying each-others company like we did not long ago. To my brother Howard keep all those great memories alive of you and Manny.
Love you all, Auntie Shari

HOWARD GLEASON

January 30, 2019

Almost 1 year ago you went to heaven and there's not a day that goes by that I don't wish you were still her with us. Till we see each other again❤

Cathy Dziedzic

February 12, 2017

Manny was such a wonderful coach!! He showed so much love for young kids:-) I'm sure God has a special spot in heaven for him and I'm sure Judy's waiting for him:-)

Miles O'Neil

February 9, 2017

Manny was a big man with an even bigger heart.

He coached my boy's basketball team at St. Sebastian back in the mid-80s.

He was an extremely generous guy who taught me a lot about life through hoops.

Thanks for making such a difference, Coach.

Rest In Peace

Lori Punko

February 8, 2017

I have many fond memories of Mr. Miramontes coaching my junior high girls basketball team at St. Sebastian's. He and his wife Judy were always to kind to us, especially hosting the entire team for an annual sleepover at their house. RIP Coach.

Jake Taylor

February 7, 2017

Rest in peace my friend. We had some great laughs while you were in rehab. A pleasure to have met you.

Russell

February 7, 2017

RIP Big Man. Can't thank this man enough for the guidance and direction he gave to me as a coach and administrator with the Wisconsin Shooters. He has been reunited with loving wife Judy at last just in time for the NCAA tourney which they spent many years in Vegas watching and betting.

Tom Senderhauf

February 7, 2017

My prayers are with Susan and Manny's loved ones. Many years ago, Manny and I worked in a small Milwaukee grocery store. Manny was a great mentor. He was intelligent and had a kind heart. He was the life of the party and a joy to be around.
May he rest in peace.

a loved one

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Julie Beich (Lohneis)

February 7, 2017

I went to high school with Manny's daughter, Susan.
I remember going over to the Miramontes house and spending hours coloring in the labels that were to be used on the taco chip bags for his latest business. In the good ol' days before everything went automatic.
Sue- you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish his memory.
Julie (Lohneis) Beich

Howard Gleason

February 6, 2017

Manny
My dear friend I feel very sad you're gone, but happy to know some day when we see each other again our friendship will be even stronger. By now you, Judy, and Grandma Ruth have been reunited and the fun started so enjoy your little piece of heaven. I'm so proud to have called you my friend, boss, father in-law and grandfather to my wonderful girls who love you very much. 30 years ago I had no idea how important and significant you would become in my life. You not only taught me but showed me how to be a better man, father, business owner/manager and mentor. We spent some great times over the years from working together on Christmas Eve running a Manny's route, sharing a room together in Vegas (what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas), my Bachler party, the wedding and even a few Irish whiskeys over the years. In my eyes you are a legend not only for what you did but what you left behind for so many to smile about. I'm not prepared to say good bye to you this coming Saturday but I'm willing to saysee you later friend.
Love you big guy with all my heart and thank you for being you.
Howard

L Lee

February 6, 2017

May you continually be comforted by thoughts of happier times of precious memories. Death is never easy and it brings great sorrow. May "God surround and comfort "you at this difficult time. Psalms 71:21.

Shari Higgins

February 5, 2017

Dear Susan, Meghan, Sarah, and Olivia.

My heart and Love goes out to you all. Manny was an awesome man. I will always remember the kind heart that both Manny & Judy had for me. May the Lord comfort you at your time of sorrow.

Love you all, Auntie Shari & Uncle Jeff

To my brother Howard you have a heart that is bigger than any other I know. I know you will be there for Susan and the kids.

Carmen Pine

February 5, 2017

To the family of Manny Miramontes,
Manny attended the same grade school that I went to, Gesu Grade School. He was a little older however he was a great basketball player and friend of Father Mankowski. He always had a smile and friendly hello to everyone. My condolence in your loss . My prayers and thoughts are with you . May your special memories that he left you with sustain you in the days a head.

Mary DeBattista

February 5, 2017

Susan...

Your Dad (and Judy) were such welcome additions first to my customer base, but then, soon, to me personally. My Saturdays were much more unpredictable once they brought their unique brand of joy to "lunches with Mary!"

We became friends quickly, and they made it clear they cared about my family, my dogs, and me as if I were family myself. We spoke of our Wauwatosa connections. We talked restaurants. We shared jokes. We discussed travel. We laughed ourselves silly those afternoons, and those around us joined in often; it would have been futile to resist!

I was fortunate to be able to meet and enjoy the company of Manny's family, as well, and all have been nothing but lovely to me and also welcome additions to my life.

So, thanks for sharing your kind, gregarious, larger-than-life Dad with me. We had such fun together!

Love to all -- Michael and family -- and to you, Susan, as you honor your Dad and set about getting used to life as it is now while relishing the memories of life as it was then.

Mary DeBattista

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