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for ANTHONY MANZELLA
Tim Altis
August 13, 2011
To Tony's family you have my deepest sympathy for your loss; I worked as an electrician with Tony in the mid-70s and enjoyed his company greatly. He was a great guy and I have many fond memories of him. He will be sorely missed.
May 17, 2011
Here is a poem my brother Frank wrote for our father at his funeral.
Dad,
Here are some words about your 3 grand kids
each one special to your life and what they did.
Your granddaughter Franchesca so sweet so true
cooking meals with Rachel Ray in your living room.
When Franchesca took over your basement, playing grocery store or school
changing your passwords on the computer or just sitting with you in the pool
The walks around the block or the trips to the bank and store
You will always have your granddaughter’s heart, that little girl you adored.
Then came your grandson Lucas, who loved to cuddle with you
pinching your elbows, giving you hugs, and don’t forget those kisses too.
Now playing baseball like his father, during the summer and fall
He was going to pitch a game for you, then give you the ball.
Going to the Electricians park to swing or Ward Parkway to bowl a game
watching a movie at Red Bridge Theater will never be the same.
Last but not least is TT, your true partner in crime
His laughter and sense of humor made you smile every time.
Calling the house to talk to Tyler, the stories and songs he would sing
you would have to talk for hours, but the joy that it would bring
Watching The Hulk and Spiderman over and over started to wear you down
There wasn’t anything you wouldn't do for your prince who wore the crown
Now my children have these memories of the man that I call dad
They will always smile, should never cry , nor ever be sad
My children are now forever blessed their grandfather loved them you can see
Right now In heaven he is talking proud, about his Franchesca, Lucas and TT
I know you’re up there looking down making sure my children are safe and sound
They will miss you so much, but something you should know, I’m glad they got to know you, to them PoPo
I love you Dad (May 14th, 2011)
Frank Manzella
May 17, 2011
Frank,
Sorry to hear of you Dad's passing. I just went through this with my Father last August. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Take Care,
Rob Higbee
Tony
May 16, 2011
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Ron & Diane Petit
May 15, 2011
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Jonathan Goede
May 13, 2011
Tone...Our thougths and prayers go to you and your family. Think of all those great memories you all shared. We are so blessed to have been raised by loving parents. Thanks for your friendship.
May 13, 2011
Thank you Uncle Tony for being a wonderful uncle to my grandchildren, Regina, Christina and Nick Baccala. You will always be a fond memory to all you touched with your great sense of humor and kindness.
Judy Gobely
May 13, 2011
Diana.... so sorry to hear about your father's passing. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Chris Hernandez & Paul Monteil
Dona Stephenson & Son, Marley.
May 13, 2011
Mr. Manzella was a cornerstone of the Bridlespur neighborhood.(Actually an icon) Forty plus years of being a good neighbor who cared for not only his immediate family but his extended community family. It is hard to understand why people are taken from us, but we have to take comfort in knowing that we were a part of such a well-lived life. My prayers are with the family. With love........
May 13, 2011
To the Manzella Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May all those wonderful memories of life, Tony left behind comfort all of you. And most of all, may the Peace of God, that excels all thought, help you to cope.
Rosemary Lanfranca
May 13, 2011
Diana, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Please extend my condolences to your family. Just wanted you to know I was thinking of you at this very difficult time. God bless all.
May 12, 2011
To the family of Tony, you have our deepest sympathy and we are sorry for your loss. I bowled with Tony and we will miss him. May God give you comfort and peace at this time.
Clyde Smith (Kansas City MO)
May 12, 2011
To the family of Tony,You have my sympathy and I am sorry for your loss. I bowled with Tony and
everyone in our league at the bowling alley will
miss him.
Clyde Smith
Andy Inzerillo
May 12, 2011
Our thoughts and prayer are with all of you in this time of a loss, you a family member, us as a loss of a friend.
Charles Dorfman
May 12, 2011
To Frank and all the family of your beloved Tony, our thoughts and prayers are with you as is our sadness for your tremendous loss. Peace be with you,
from all of us at Dorfman Plumbing Supply.
Jo Ann Walz
May 12, 2011
Teresa, Diana, Anthony, Frank & Family.
I know this is a difficult time. But God will get you through this. You are in my prayers.
Regina Baccala
May 12, 2011
Uncle Tony was there for me for most of my life, but especially so in my childhood. In more ways, both he and Aunt Tee Tee were more like an extended set of grandparents to me. Even at one point, I asked him to adopt me and run away with me.
I'll always remember my Uncle Tony and the values and morals he instilled in me for the rest of my life. You will be missed, but never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers go towards my aunt and cousins.
May 12, 2011
To the Manzella Family:
Very tough loss. His laughter and spirit will remain in the hearts of all who knew him. Can't remember ever being around Tony when he wasn't laughing or carrying on. He was a true "Kansas City Character."
Bob & Joanne Graham
Janet Clark
May 12, 2011
Diana, I am thinking about you and praying for your family. Always remember how special he was and he'll always be in your heart. Love from, Jim and Jamet
Dan and Sandy Dolence
May 12, 2011
Anthony and Sharon,
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. He is now proudly watching over you and the rest of the family from above. He is at peace now.
Brian Walz
May 12, 2011
Diana and Scott,
I want you to know Caleb and myself love you guys and we morn with you in this difficult time.
Donnie Martin
May 12, 2011
Uncle Tony you will be greatly missed!
You and aunt Teresa were the first to make me feel welcome in this family. Thank you for making me a part of your wonderful family and all the wonderful things you have done for me and my family. You have always been a strong role model. We will always love and miss you.
A Mentor
Life has been very good
often you put us in good mood
l and the others admire your attitude
in rendering services with gratitude
that made hard work become light
accomplishing our job with delight.
Mentor like you who is dedicated
anything you did even so complicated
made us your subordinates love our work
and we enjoyed doing it unplugging the cork
realizing that whatever difficulty we face
in this world we must continue the pace
letting no problems impede us in any case.
Frank Baccala
May 12, 2011
That biting sense of humor, along with the fact I walked into his lit cigarette when I was 5 (my fault) will always stand out in my mind. Sometimes when I think of him, I just giggle to myself about some of the things that came out of him mouth. To the core, he was a family guy all the way, a no nonsense man that absolutely loved my dad's sister.My father respected him, and so do my brother and sister.I wish I could have flown back, but my brother and sister will be there to help anyway they are needed. The hurt will pass, but the memories will remain clear, I promise.
Diane Sanford
May 12, 2011
Uncle Tony - you will be missed by so many. Thank you for being a great brother to my mom. I have a lot of great memories from when I was little of you -- you always made me laugh and were a great storyteller. Give my mom a hug for me.
Love you,
Diane
Stacie Gamerl
May 12, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you with the loss of your Dad. May God give you Peace and Love.
May 12, 2011
Our thoughts an prayers are with you an your family, may God bless you with Peace and Love. Stacie Gamerl (Edgeton, Ks)
Leanne (Paulie)Wilson
May 12, 2011
Monica and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss! My prayers are with you and the whole family.
Keith King
May 12, 2011
Diana and Scott, I am really sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. He was a great guy. You are in my thoughts. Love, Keith
terry fogarty
May 12, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOC.
May 12, 2011
PRAYERS AND CONCERN FOR FAMILY MEMBERS DURING THEIR TIME OF SORROW.
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