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Maria Mantuano Butcher

Maria Butcher Obituary

BUTCHER, MARIA

MANTUANO, 45

Ocala - Maria Mantuano Butcher died on August 7, 2008 at the Legacy House following a struggle with cancer. She was born in Trenton, NJ on September 15, 1962. She was only 45 years of age. She is survived by husband Calvin S. Butcher, Jr.; daughters, Brittney Mantuano and Lean Butcher; mother, Elaine Mantuano; sisters, Lorainne Kannan, Linda Wagner, Teresa Williams, and Victoria Kratzer; and brothers, James Mantuano, Joseph Mantuano and Ralph Mantuano, Jr. Maria was a resident at Ocala for two years. She spent most of her life in New Jersey. Memorial will be held at Oak-Griner Baptist Church on Friday, August 15th at 2:00.

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Published by Ocala Star-Banner from Aug. 10 to Aug. 11, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Maria Butcher

94 Entries

Ralph Mantuano

September 17, 2010

Maria we all miss you and love you. now that this book is reopen I will stop in and send a little note,,Thanks Vicke for reopening this gust book. I love you Maria,See you soon,,,,Hugs

Ashley Runcie

September 15, 2010

Happy Birthday Mom#2. I miss you and the way you made me and Britt crack up all the time after school. Rest in Peace.

lisa wagner

September 15, 2010

Hi Aunt Maria,

Happy Birthday. I miss you so much. Hard lately to see everyone around and your not here. I sat down the other day and thought about everyone that has left us, you, aunt kathy, peepop..and I got so sad. But then I realized how much at peace you all must be and it helps a little. Its never goodbye..its see you later :) I know your watching over everyone so no need to tell you how everyone is. Your courage has brought great strength to your children, I haven't seen them lately but you can see their momma's glow in their faces. Brit and Leah are so beautiful..I can't believe how big they are! The whole family is so proud of them. Well now that I know this is here I will stop in from time to time to say hello. I love you..and ill see ya later alligator! Xoxo

Love,
Lisa

Brittney Mantuano

September 15, 2010

Happy birthday my mama. I love you so much.

Ralph Mantuano

September 15, 2010

Hi Sis
I love you, And I miss you.I will see you soon My sis. Thank You Sis for holding my hand this week.Happy Birthday Sis. Your Big Bro

Brittney Mantuano

August 7, 2010

My Mommy,
Everyone told me this would get easier, but it never did. I'm so sorry I went down the wrong path but it's been two years today Mama and I'm really going to do it now. I'm going to get my life back together and you're going to be so proud of me. I love you so much.

Victoria Kratzer

May 20, 2010

Hi my sista
I love you so I need you !!I wish
I could have one hug .I think of you everyday I love you so ,Your picture still on my nite stand so I say good night in heaven every nite.I know you can see what a wonderful job Calvin is doing with our Leah our little horse riding CHAMP !!! She's like you strong Brittany too . You yelling yet because I spelled Brit's name wrong lol.Sister you are a circle in my heart a circle is never ending as my love for you .I miss you so I decided I will have my ashes thrown in the ocean too .So be there to meet me ok .I used to be afraid to pass over but not no more .I know when them golden gates open You'll be there Kiss Christian for me he's on my mind so much anymore I don't know why But I think of him so much<3 Tell pop we all miss and love him but I'm sure he knows that.Look out for me ok my sister I need you !Till we meet in heaven I'll carry you in my heart<3 I love you ,I love you !!!
Written with the Love of Christ

Vickie

Victoria Kratzer

March 19, 2010

Today my heart is full of love for you my sista I LOVE YOU .

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

December 24, 2009

Merry Chistmas to my wonderful sister Marie ,Pop,Christian,and all our family and friends We love all of you so<3

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

December 22, 2009

My Lovely Sista,
Well I wrote you a beautiful letter and I see it was never posted so I will try to re-write.I have GREAT NEWS.On December 5th 2009 I was at church still learning more and more about Christ.The preacher was talking about a lost lamb.For some reason I thought I'm I that last lamb.Well I filled with tears of Joy as I thought yea it's me the lost lamb Dear God .I was thinking I remember when we were in church and you gave yourself to God asking him to help your family be a church family.Well now here I am in church all the sudden my song Joy to the world.My body and heart was feeling like a new me was trying to get though.Tears were flowing .The wonderful lady from Bible study turned to me in the most Quietest tone saying (Vickie are you ready ? Oh yes my sister I was ready .Then came a reading Luke 15:TheParable of the lost lamb This reading was amazing.I know am filled with the love of Christ and the Holy Spirit.All my thinkings and actions are slowly but surely changing.Thoughts are full of love and wanting to please God . I'm so happy knowing that we will meet in lovely paradise.My friend Toni Hacker minstered me for 2 years never giving up on me never.She said I was always asking questions so she new I'd walk with Jesus.So here I am saved .I'm so happy little changes everyday.Some friends say wow Vickie you even look different.My reply I am different I'm a child of God .Peace and love my Sista.Till we meet in paraside.
Written with the Love of Christ
Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

December 16, 2009

Well my lovely sista it's here the holidays.I was so sad because you were not here.I prayed so much,went to church lost and heart broken.I had a friend named Toni every time I had a question about God she was there .My level to know God stared to widen.I wanted to know more and more.One Sunday I went to church were my friend goes. I been there before but I stopped so sad thinking how can God do all this WHY? Well believe it or not after church Toni said Vickie there's a nice bible study here why not try it Todays the last day to sign up.So I did .There was first step and I didnt even know it.So I started bible study .When I got there the first night a woman asked how are you ,I said DON'T ASK .Well she said I'm Marge.Every week Marge saved me a seat next to her.I thought this lady is weird.Guess what I started to go church every Sunday.Toni would always be there for me Sista she never gave up.One day out of the blue I decided I was gone church on Saturday night so I could get Christmas stuff done.That was on December 5th It started to snow.Remember when we were in the snow I cried so hard Calvin came get us lol.Well back to my story .Skip says well it snowing you know and I thought well Im not gonna let that snow scare me.(Satin at work I thought)But God will get me there he's my pilot and he did. I was fine Sista not even scared.All the learning and Toni answering all my Question .Well when I got to church there was Marge Vickie come sit with me.Oh boy.The service was about a lost lamb .O my I'm I the lost lamb I thought .I could be ,Well as the service went on I relized I'm a lost lamb.O my God I could of feel to my knees I stared to cry Marge looked at me and said Vickie are you ready ,I couldn't even talk .All the sudden my farvoite Christmas song came on JOY to the World.Marge took me to the front as they read Luke 15 to me.O my God I thought I love you so .My eyes are opening .I'm learning more and more everyday.I got gifts of knowledge everyday.So here I am gave myself to Christ I'm so happy all forgotten all NEW ME.I still realize I live in a sinful world and I'm not perfect.BUT I do know I'll be dancing in heaven with you Christian dad EVERYONE .Thank you Jesus.
Written with the Love of Christ Love Vickie
JOY TO THE WORLD

Victoria Kratzer

October 21, 2009

My lovely Sista
You have been heavy on my heart.As the holidays get closer and closer all I can think of is you being the first one to put your tree up.Always so beautiful.I miss you so .Iv'e been going to a study group and so many times I think of you .I feel as if you are trying to open my eyes and heart not to be so sad and to focus on all the wonderful things you are doing in heaven.Even here on earth we see your beautiful rainbows and at the end of the rainbow is you showing us the pot of gold and the road we must walk to always be close to you and our Lord.Sista I only have one set of footprints because I know God is carrying me through my troubles and showing me you are safe and really living in paradise.Till we meet I'll carry you in my heart.
Written with the love of Christ
Vickie

Ralph Mantuano Jr

September 18, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

ebony cooper

September 16, 2009

DEAR,aunt Marie

Your in my hart and always will be.
this is a note to u from me happy birthday to you and i hope ur doing good to. and i hope god and the angels are protecting you.I LOVE U AND I MISS YOU LOTS
LOVE,
>ebony<

your handy man

September 16, 2009

A little late HAPPY BIRTHDAY to a special Lady that I will never forget who brought happenies to her sister and to me

Toni Hacker

September 15, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Victoria Kratzer

September 15, 2009

"I thought I saw your face today in the sparkle of the morning sun. And then I heard an angel say, "Her work on earth is done". I thought I felt your touch today, in the breeze that rustled by. And then I heard an angel say, "The spirit never dies". I thought that you had left us, for the stars so far above. And then I heard an angel say "She left you with her love". We thought that we would miss you so, and never find our way. And then I heard an angel say,"she's with you every day".Happy BIRTHDAY IN PARDISE MY LOVELY LITTLE SISTER
WRITTEN WITH THE LOVE OF CHRIST
Victoria Kratzer Mantuano

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

September 9, 2009

My Sister Marie
I will never forget you and I promise I will sponsor this web site as long as I live.
In the rising of the sun and going down I will remember you,In the blowing of the wind and in the chill of winter I will remember you.In the opening of the buds and in the spring I will remember you.In the blueness of the sky I will remember you,When I feel lost and alone I will remember you,In my bright Christmas tree I will Remember you.So my beautiful sister Marie We all will remember you.So my sister as we all live you are a part of all our lifes we will remember you my lovely sister
Written with the love of Christ
Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

August 10, 2009

Oh My sister
How hard it's been.I'm so weak from crying and missing you so.Then I found this I BELIEVE a gift from you .
I CAN DO ALL THINGS
THROUGH CHRIST WHO
STENGTHENS ME
Philippians 4:13
Thank You My Sista
Written with the love of Christ
Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

August 9, 2009

Maria I just wish that life didnt pass you by as fast as it did. I miss coming to your house and you having a list for me to do. A year has passed and it seems like yesterday when I came down and spent Thanksgiving with you and your family. I will never forget your smile when you handed me your list now I am on Gods list to meet you in heaven till we we meet again Love and God Bless your handy man

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

August 8, 2009

Good Morn My Lovely Sister,
The day has passed it was on of the hardest things I've done in my life.The hurt was almost unbearable.All your brothers and sisters and mommy were full of pain but we all made it knowing you were in Gods arms.We all know your in a better place then us, It's the missing of your love we miss.Sister I went to your old house yesterday sat and prayed. I really feel you were with me so I played Amazing Grace for you ,yes my sister your chains of pain are gone.You were saved from your pain from Jesus Christ himself.As my day goes on today I will pray sister .I will walk with Jesus untill we meet in Heaven.I LOVE you so .Hold me sister hold me .No more falling .I will try to stand tall.I will have faith and not lose faith ,The devil works on the weak .So my sister I will be Strong.
Written with the Strenth of Christ
Love always and forever
Vickie

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

August 7, 2009

My Dearest Sister Marie
I must say this is one of the hardest days of my life.This is worse then I could think.In your song it says you must be strong to carry on.Sista Im trying but I think you need hold me up alittle.I cant believe it's been one year today.But I keep telling myself she's in no pain no suffering .You are around love ones Daddy Kathy Christian Grandmoms and pops .Aunts Uncles Friends.Sister you will be with till the day I die to meet you in heaven .And like your song says no more tears in HEAVEN.Just walking thou then Golden gates to your loved ones .
Always and forever with me
Written with the love of Christ Vickie

LORIE MANTUANO, KANNAN

August 7, 2009

SISTER,

A YEAR HAS PASSED,SINCE GOD SAID YOUR MINE, I NEED A PERFECT ANGEL TO BE BY MY SIDE. YOUR STRENGTH IS SO STRONG
AND YOUR LOVE SO DEAR, I FELT YOUR
PRESENCE SO VERY NEAR.
YOUR SPIRIT IS WITH US ALL TODAY AND TOUCHED OUR HEARTS IN A VERY SPECIAL
WAY.
I MISS YA SIS
LOVE LORIE

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

August 7, 2009

""I thought I saw your face today in the sparkle of the morning sun. And then I heard an angel say, "Her work on earth is done". I thought I felt your touch today, in the breeze that rustled by. And then I heard an angel say, "The spirit never dies". I thought that you had left us, for the stars so far above. And then I heard an angel say "She left you with her love". We thought that we would miss you so, and never find our way. And then I heard an angel say,"she's with you every day"."
Thank You Jenn Mantuano Hornreich
Love you
In Christ
Aunt Vickie

Victoria Kratzer

August 4, 2009

My Dear Sista,
Oh how we all are grieving as the day comes closer to the day of your passing.Oh how we all wish we had you a little longer.But that was not in God's plans.I know you are surley in a place were there in no more pain and suffering.Walking on golden roads.Sister how we all miss you every day you are in our thoughts here on earth.Please help us all on August 7th that we all understand God needed you.
Written with the love of Christ
Vickie Family and Friends

Lorie kannan(Mantuano)

July 29, 2009

My Loving Sista Marie,

I know you were their when I came to your home on Saturday, I sat in my car
and ask God to please give me the strength to walk in. Your presence was
everywere,so overwhelmed I walked all
over the house and there you were saying,hay Lor where have you been?
my only excuse was, well I really don't have one. you are always home
looking after your family. House looks great marie, do me one favor please don's ask Calvin to go in the pool anymore, got him a little shook up.
can't swim ya know. that was funny.
Their are no words that can express
the deep loss we all feel everyday in
our hearts. our memories , and your gifts to all of us, will be with us untill we meet again and start new ones. One year is coming up sis,and i wish i was still holding your hand.
your beautiful eyes i will never forget.
I love ya,
See ya soon-(hope you don't mind the hugs and kisses before i left.

Your Sister Lorie

Rose

July 28, 2009

My Dearest Friend Vicky,

Although the road to eternal freedom may seem long, and we suffer many up and downs in this life along the way. I hope you understand that your sister Maria is by your side guiding you with the spirit of love..Never forget, never regret, and do the best you can do, because God knows his children, and is watching over you..

With love, light, peace, and hope.
Rose..

Victoria Kratzer

July 27, 2009

My Dearest Sista
As the days pass and it gets closer to your passing my My heart feels like someone took apart of it.I hurt so bad then I remember (Well Vickie Maria has a big part of your heart)I know what it feels like to have a broken heart Sista .Your on my mind everyday and in my dreams.Todays Linda's Birthday I will hug her for you.Britt's on her way to NJ today. Nana is happy.Sista I not feeling to good today so I'll try write tomorrow k .I'm overwhelmed today .
Written With The Love of Christ
Vickie

Raina Rodriguez

July 26, 2009

My aunt Maria, well my aunt Maria she was the funniest, happiest and most trust worthy person that i ever known. My mom for example she could tell my anut Maria ANYTHING. She always knew what to say about everthing and she never jugded anybody unless they diserved it! Everybody misses her but what we don't really know is were she is we'll never know exactlly were she is but were ever she is we know she's happy! She really ment a lot to me and my mom. Almost every weekend we would drive to see her and i would play with Leah. I remember every Holloween we would go trick or treating together, and one Holloween Leah Brittney and i disided to go to the graveyard with my mom and aunt Maria because every year after we went trick or treating they would drop me and leah at her mom's house then they would go to the graveyard. So that year we disided to go. when we went to the graveyard my mom and aunt Maria screamed BOO!! and then me Leah and Brittney screamed and the worst part for me was when they scared me i jumped so hard my shoe flew off!! To me that shows how much of a goofball she could be and sensitive and open hearted at the same time. That what i thought of my aunty!

-Raina Rodriguez<3

leah butcher

July 26, 2009

My mom was the best.she would always love me and my sister.She was the best mom she could be.I love my mom she was the best.I miss my mom I wish she was still here.My mom has a big part in my heart.I will always love my mom.

Shirley Trull

July 25, 2009

Maria ,even though i never meet you i feel like I know what a sweet and loving person you was.I know your family loved you dearly and that you are in a better place.I love your sister Vickie very much she is always on my mind and has a special place in my heart.I hope you dont mind sharing her with me.I know 1 day we all will get to meet in heaven.God Bless you. Love Always SHirley and Ronny

Michael Kratzer

July 24, 2009

Aunt Marie,

During the most trying times in my life, I distinctly remember you being there for me. While I was on a rambunctious path to "discover" myself you opened your door to me when it seemed no one else understood. Today I have plenty to be thankful for and much to thank you for. I remember that you let me have a party in your basement the night I went to boot camp (sorry about the pool table).The point is, few people believed in me growing up and few tried to help, but you did and for that I will always love, and remember you.

See you in Heaven,
Mikey

Victoria Kratzer

July 24, 2009

Thank You my cousin for taking the time to write in my sisters Guest Book.John I hope you remember Maria so caring and loving .We all miss her so.I'll never forget all the picnics at your dad and Moms house.
Thanks Again
Written with the love of Christ

John Mantuano

July 23, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

July 21, 2009

Hey my Sista,
As the days go by we get closer to the day you pass.Oh Marie how I wish this day would never come.This is not getting any easier as they it does.I hurt and ache for you everyday.I know heaven is wonderful they say we can't even imagine how beautiful it is paradice .So thats what I feel no pain for my lovely sister just PARADICE.There are no words for anyone of us to say .We will all go on with our lovely sister Marie in our hearts.We all loved you so.
Written With thr Love of Christ
Vickie

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

July 16, 2009

Hey my Sista
O how I miss you .Leah is here she was at Suzie house.Everyone is so excited to see her.I can't wait to see Brittany too.Suz says she be in a few weeks.I must say when I hugged Leah I had trouble letting her go all I thought is this little girl is the only part of Marie we have .Everyone is so happy to see Leah .My Sista I love you so I am grieveing so my sista I must say I think everyone is ! You my lovely sista loved by so many you touched so many lifes.Everytime I see a rainbow I think of you so.Nothing can be more beautiful Then a rainbow .Mom told me a rainbow was shinning on her table and it was you letting her know you were with her .The next day I seen a rainbow in my kitchen and I said Hi my lovely sista.Marie you have touched me in a way I'll live with for forever..All the fun and crazy things you did will live on thou me .Guide me sister let me know the right path.I'll hold you in my heart as long as I live.Then we be together again.My little sis stay with us all we need you and need to know you still with us.
Written with the love of Christ
Me
Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

Victoria Kratzer

July 6, 2009

Hey my sista
Well things are kinda the same today Skip and I have been married 24 years WOW.How beautiful you and Kathleen was in my wedding Even Skip's brother Jack is there with all you.I'm so glad I have many wedding pictures of all you .OOPS Dad too.Just sending you all a thank you and I love you all. We all miss all of you so.In your hearts dreams prays always love .
Written with the love of Christ
Vicoria Mantuano Kratzer

Victoria Kratzer

July 3, 2009

My Dearest Sista,
Well yesterday was my big day I thought of you so much I was so happy getting a new car and the family and friends who called me Just to say Happy Birthday.But inside I was griefing my lovely sister Oh how I miss you.I went to doctor she asked Why are you so sad.Well my brothers wife died on my birthday and this is my first year without my wonderful sister.What I would give just to here your voice.Mom and Linda came over to see me and Lyn said call Calvin and see when Leah comming.So I did and guess what my sister you were on his voice mail.I was so happy I wanted to jump and say THANK YOU JESUS.(But I didn't want scare Mom)Your voice was so lovely.God has been showing me many new things.I truly believe my potato was a sign from God saying have faith Victoria I'm with you.Another blessing from God he knew I needed you so.As the tears I cry for you I know they are tears of love.The blessing of my sisters love is with me. I love you my lovely sista. I'll carry you with me the rest of my life and I promise you will never be forgotten .Thank God I BELIEVE !!!!
Written with the love of Christ
Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

June 25, 2009

Hey my Sister
Just me again .My birthday is comming soon this will be my first birthday without you.It will never be the same.I wish I could hold you just one more time. It's something as I sit you would think I'd be happy.But the grief is to much to bear.I look at things you brought for me my Shirley Temple doll and sister poem and many more.I sit and look at your beautiful picture of us on my table.On my nite stand your picture is there too that's when I was Nite my Sista.They say if tears could bring you back you been here long ago.Rest my beautiful Sister kiss my little boy I'm sure he knows mommy loves him.Tell dad he left JR with his green thumb.Linda has his wisdom Teresa has enough love for all of us.Joey will he never stops as you he is very strong.and Jim well dad he's got your Fair Shake.Lori of course loves the water as you did Dad.Well that leaves me dad I'm your soft loving side.May all three of you enjoy heaven till we all meet again!!!
Written in Christ
Vickie

Victoria Kratzer

June 23, 2009

Hey my Sista
With all I learned about heaven You would think I be happy you are in Paradice but my heart won't let me let you go everyday I still cry for you.Sister I love you so please help me though this grief. Ralph's Graden is amazing Its for you so no one exceped nothing but beauty.I love you so.
God Bless
Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

Ralph Mantuano

June 12, 2009

Sis,
OH how I miss you.I miss our long talks,And our long drives in the car,But when I look at my flowers in my garden I see you in tham. Thats what keep me going,I will see you soon sis til than I love you with all my heart.
Love Ralphie

Neicie

June 11, 2009

Auntie,

It just doesn't get easier. Every day there is somthing that I want to tell you or make you laugh about. I know you are in a better place, and I hope that you know how much you are missed. Love you.

brittney mantuano

June 3, 2009

i miss you more and more.

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

May 13, 2009

Your ear to ear smile brought joy to us all
As my sister you knew just what to say
When I felt worthless you helped me stand tall
Now you have gone, how I hated that day
I feel my life has been torn apart
You taught me how to be strong, loving and wise
I know you live on, inside of my heart
Though everyday a part of me dies
But when I think of you it helps me go on
So I thank you for all the love you have
I still can't believe that you are now gone
When you left you were so brave
Not only were you my sister and friend
But you always had a hand to lend

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

April 17, 2009

My dearest Sista Marie,
How I miss you !!!I need to tell you something sista .As you know yesterday was the anniversary of the passing of my son Christian Joseph.Every year I'm so sad because I never had the chance to hold him.Today they let you hold your child.So all I have is a silent ache for many years.Wishing I held him.But this year my sista it was different I know you are holding him till I get there,and I'm sure his Pee Pop is loving him too.Hold him my sista kiss him for me.My heart aches alittle less this year .
All my love Vickie

LORRAINE KANNAN

March 3, 2009

MY DEAREST SISTA,
HOW I MISS YA!
THE DAY'S HAVE GONE BY SO FAST
SINCE WE SAID GOODBY IT'S LIKE YESTERDAY AND I STILL ASK THE DEAR LORD WAY?
HE HAS HIS REASONS MORE POWERFUL THEN WE KNOW, SOME DAY WHEN WE SEE YOU AGAIN AND
HOLD YOUR HAND THATS WHEN WE WILL UNDERSTAND.
GOD GAVE US A GIFT WHEN HE TOOK YOU AWAY, I KNOW IT'S YOUR STRENGTH AND YOUR BEAUTY WITHIN PASSED ALONG TO US FOREVER !
TILL WE SE EACH OTHER AGAIN.

LOVE YOU
YOUR SISTA
LORIE MANTUANO

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

February 24, 2009

My Dearest Sister
As the days pass I remember so much .Thank You so much for being someone I was always able to turn to for acceptance,reassurance,and of course love.Someone who taught me values that will last in my heart FOREVER.You are someone who filled my life with so much love.No matter where I am I will always carry you in my heart my sista I miss you so.I LOVE YOU SO MUCH.
Vickie

February 19, 2009

My Dearest sister there are no words that can be written to explain our loss.It's been six months and the pain still is so hard to live with.I still go to phone to call you.I call your cell phone to here your lovely voice.Sister I'll never forget all the wonderful things we did together.I LOVE YOU
Vickie

Jes

February 19, 2009

Victoria...this is such a nice tribute to your sister. It is obvious how much you adored her! Thank you for sharing...

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

January 26, 2009

We Will remember You
In the rising of the sun and in its going down
We will remember you
In the blowing of the wind and in the chill of winter.
We will remember you
In the openings of the buds and in the rebirth of spring.
We will remember you
In the blueness of the sky and warmth of summer.
We will remember you
In the rustling of the leaves and in the beauty of autumn
We will remember you
In the beginning of the year and when it ends.
We will remember you
When we are weary and in need of strength,
We will remember you
When we are lost and sick at heart
We will remember you
When we have joys we yearn to share
We will remember you
So long as we live,they too shall live,
For you will always be apart of us,
We will remember you
Now and forever we will remember you
All my love,
Your Sista, Vickie

Ralph Masntuano

January 17, 2009

Dear Maria

Sis I miss you so. Xams was not the same without you here. I think of you all the time. But we will meet agan till than sis ,,, love you

Ralph,jr

Brittney Mantuano

January 16, 2009

Dear Mommy,
If no one else in this world so much as knows my name, I'll remember I am never alone and no one will ever know me like you did. I love you mama. I miss you.
Brittney.

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

January 1, 2009

May you always walk in sunshine and God's love around you flow,for the happiness you gave
us ,no one will ever know.It broke our hearts to lose you,but you did not go alone,a part of us went with you,the day God called you home.A MILLION times we've needed you.A MILLION times we've cried. If love could only saved you ,you never would have died.

Happy New Year IN Heaven
Love You
Vickie

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

December 27, 2008

Merry Chiristmas in Heaven my Dear Sister When I look at my tree I remember all our christmas fun.In my heart dreams prays always

Vickie Mantuano Kratzer

December 5, 2008

To my family
Death is nothing at all. I have slipped into the next room.I am I,and you are you .Whatever we were to each other,that we are still.Call me by my old familiar name, speak to me in the easy way you always used.Put no difference in your tone,wear no forced air solemnity or sorrow. Laugh as we always laughed ,at the little jokes we enjoyed together.Pray,smile think of me. Let my name be the household word that it always was.Let it be spoken without effect,without trace of shadow on it.Life means all that it ever meant, it is the same as it ever was ,there is an unbroken continuity.What is death but a negligible accident? Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight ? I am waiting for you for an interval , somewhere very near,just around the corner.
ALL IS WELL

Victoria Kratzer

December 5, 2008

My dearest sister
How my heart is aching for you.Christmas is comming and our shopping day Black Friday has passed.I remember getting up so early and how we laugh as we fault all the people for specials and other toys lol.You'd always have your tree up first and say come have tea and see my tree My sista.I know Christmas was your favorite time of year.Even as tho you didn't like the cold your home.was full of warmth Sister as you look down on all of us I hope you can see the power of Christmas as we are all thinking of you and the love you have for all us.Remember out of sight but never out of heart or our thoughts.You have just slipped into heaven where we all will meet .
Love your Sista
Vickie

Jason Trerotola

December 5, 2008

So not everything works out according to plan. Alot of things have fallen apart since you left us. I recently started to pray every night, and i know you can hear me. I pray for Calvin, Leah, and especially Brittney, she needs you now more than ever, we all do. Your presence is greatly missed but i know somehow someway youre watching over us and that everything will be ok eventually. Love you mama.

Brittney Mantuano

October 29, 2008

mommy,
i miss you more everyday. you have no idea how hard it is to go on with life without you. i don't feel like i'll ever be whole again. i miss sitting and talking to you about anything and everything, you always gave the best advice and you understood me. you knew me better than i knew myself. i miss laughing with you because we had the same dumb sense of humor once you got going. we have the same temper too. i love you so much Mama and i'll never ever stop missing you. until we meet again...

Linda Spagnuolo

October 23, 2008

To my dear friend Vickie, I knew both you and Maria as young girls and I've seen the love that you both shared as sisters. I know that Maria is looking down at you and her many loved ones. She is in the Savior's arms and she's asking him to quite your soul. I'm sure that she wants all of her loved ones to know that the pain is gone and that she is in paradise with Jesus, she is perfect and whole. God bless,

Valarie Best

October 20, 2008

Calvin, Brit & Leah -
You are in our thoughts and prayers each and every day. We are sure you miss your beloved, Maria. Keep all of her precious memories alive and you will always have a smile on your face. Love You Guys! The Best Family, Mt. Holly, NJ

Shirley Trull

September 18, 2008

Marie ,Even though i didnt know you personally i feel i do through your sister Vickie. I know that you was a very loving person and a great sister.I know that Vickie worshipped you and was so saddened upon your death.I pray for your family that they will realize that you are in a much better place and 1 day all of you will be reunited.May God Bless them all as he was always with you.

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

September 17, 2008

I'm full of much sadness today as I went to call my sista for help and it hit me hard .She's with God now
God Blessed me with you .I love you
In Christ
Your sista
Vickie

Victoria Kratzer

September 17, 2008

Matthew 11:28, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." I miss you so sister words can never explain.Today I in laundry room and I saw a piece of paper on floor.I picked it up and it was the most Beautiful Picture of you and Calvin.I keep looking at picture and I NEVER seen it before .Your way of showing me your still around.The pain of losing you has been unbareable.Sister Im trying hard to follow your last entry but as you know I had to take a big step backwards.I pray I can move on shortly.Thanks for all the signs. That you are still around for all of us.Don't forget to kiss and hug Christian and Jamie we love you forever.Till we meet again .
In Christ
Your Sista Vickie

Brittney Mantuano

September 15, 2008

Happy Birthday Mama!
You would have been 46 today.
It was a very rough day for me but I know for a fact you were with me, and thank for for being with me everyday.
I love you so much & I miss you sooo much.
I love you forever, mommy.
Brittney

Vic Prewitt

September 15, 2008

Happy Birthday Maria LOVE YOU

Victoria Kratzer

September 15, 2008

Marie,
I so wish you were here.I need your shoulder to cry on.Lifes just not the same without you.But I know your not suffering anymore.Sister I love you so .When you passed alittle of me left with you.
In Christ
Vickie

Victoria Kratzer

September 15, 2008

To the Butcher and Mantuano Family
My heart goes out to you all today I wish Marie a HAPPY BRITHDAY in heaven.Remember she for sure she at peace in Gods arms.Sister as i watched Roses go out to ocean it was so pretty Ill never forget
Love your Sista
Vickie

Victoria Kratzer

September 15, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Brittney Mantuano

September 12, 2008

It's my birthday, Mama.
Nothings the same without you.
I miss you so much.
I love you more than you'll ever know.
Brittney

Our Florida Trip

Victor Prewitt

September 8, 2008

My Dearest Maria
How I miss you. When i come to vist
you have always had a list for me to do. Even in your new home there was a list for me to do oh how i miss my list from you

Victoria Kratzer Mantuano

September 4, 2008

My Dear sister when I was on airplane with Mom I said Mom guess what song keeps popping in my head I told her you were singing to me
YOU JUST CALL OUT MY NAME AND YOU KNOW WERE EVER I AM ILL COME RUNNING Well sister thanks and I'll be calling out soon.Thank you for the Back Bone I love you
Your sista
Vickie

Rose Silver

September 3, 2008

Words could never express the heartfelt sorrow that we have for the Mantuano family at this time, and our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, and remmeber, we will all be together someday as one with God.

Sincerely with love, light, and hope,

Rose

Michael Kratzer

September 2, 2008

At the end of life
when restoring health is no longer possible
Healing becomes more
than just the relief
of pain, suffering, and emotional distress.

During this challenging time
Healing manifests on the purest level--
an extension of the soul
a reflection of the spirit.

Real Healing is
an authentic expression of caring and love,
an aide in accepting a life drawing near,
helping a person discover a calming peace and a place of serenity on the journey leading to transition.

Healing becomes...
A cheerful smile

Victoria Mantuano Kratzer

September 2, 2008

My lovely Sista
My heart is broken losing my back bone.But I want you to know I'm taking your advise the last words written were for me .It has opened my eyes .Thank you my Sista.Marie can I ask a favor from you .While your in heaven Kiss and hug my son Christian Joesph for me .Soon we all will be together.At your memorial the Paster said he did not know why God allowed you to suffer so .It was as you were sayng tell them Vickie you gave me the book so I could know .Tell Them well I was afraid But you everyone who reads this they will all know.YOU SEE GOD ALLOWS SUFFERING BECAUSE ALL AROUND YOU BECOME CLOSER TO GOD WE PRAY HARDER AND SOME OF US WHO NEVER PRAYED PRAY.WE ALL PRAY AND BECOME CLOSER WITH GOD.Sister at your memorial seeing all the wonderful things your did in your life.All good memorys .I realize and feel God took you home ,and everyone knows you were ready sister no more pain or suffering
just peace
Love You
Vickie

Cortney Potts

August 29, 2008

Brittney i love you girl & i know we havent been close over the last couple of years but we were for awhile, i know how your feeling and you know my prayers are with you. stay strong babygirl<333

love cort

Carol Fuller

August 14, 2008

Dear Brittney and family,
I was so sorry to learn of the loss of your much loved mother,Maria. Please know that I am keeping you all close to my heart and in my prayers during this sad time. I hope that in time the wonderful memories you have of your mom will bring you comfort and peace.
Sincerely,
Carol Fuller

opal sprouse

August 14, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Mary Lou Sprouse-Skokowski

August 14, 2008

To The Family:
There's an angel on your shoulder

Though you may not know she's there,

She watches over you day and night

And keeps you in her care.

There's an angel on your shoulder

Watching you learn and grow

Keeping you safe from danger
And nurturing your soul.

She'll be there through your triumphs

She'll dance on clouds with pride,

She'll hold your hands through
disappointments and fears,

Standing faithfully by your side.

In her lifetime this angel was strong and true,

And stood up for what was right.

In your life you'll be faced with decisions and trials

And she'll shine down her guiding light.

Life holds so much in store for you,

So remember as you grow older,

There are no heights you cannot reach

'Cause there's an angel on your shoulder.

The Angel is: Maria

Maria, just went back to Third St (in my mind) Can still see you standing on the steps at the house. Beatlemania blasting, of course its Theresa......remembering all about Christmas and a whole pig. Ahhh was the first time I ever saw that.......but so many memories of that time.

Ralph JR Mantuano

August 13, 2008

My Dear little Sister,

If tears could build a stairway
And memories a lane
I’d walk right up to heaven
And bring you home again

Hey Sister,
Ralphie here,
What a precious gift I received, to spend a precious six months with you to strengthen our relationship. I’ve always loved you - even when you spazzed out and put a fork in my head… to the time we went to the beach just to put our toes in the ocean always growing whole. You, and you alone brought our family back together, all the time saying “it is what it is” and “there’s a reason for everything” (maybe YOU were the reason). Now all the tears your mother, husband, children, sisters, brothers, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and all that love you could fill the oceans as one family…together.
But we know in our heart of hearts that all those doctor visits, trips to the hospital and all that pain is over and gone. You are now with God watching over all of us, free from all of life’s toil’s
You know I’ve always believed I’ve had my own angels watching over me, now I an sure you will always be my own personal angel and will always be with me. Our love for each other is etched on our hearts, so I know when Jesus calls me home I’m sure you will be there to greet me and bring me home.
Until then…I promise I won’t shoot my eye out.

“In the arms of the angels
May you find some comfort here”

And as you said…….I’ll see you in the spring”.
And I say…….When the flowers are abloom

Love you,
Your Big Bro
Ralphie

PS: I’m still looking for that little blue house and you were right

PPS: My greatest thanks to Linda for taking such great care of our little sister Maria for so many years

Victoria Kratzer

August 13, 2008

I miss you so my sista I miss you saying come over for tea my sista.I will keep the promise I made you I will take care and watch over Britt.I love you.I will carry you with me always.I will watch over and help Calvin and Leaha too
Forever my angel
Vickie

James Robinson

August 12, 2008

Brittney and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Maria's passing. My heartfelt condolences to you all.
Sincerely,
James

Debbie Lind Chonka

August 12, 2008

I read your obiturary in the trentonian today and alot of happy memories came of you. I knew you many years and you always were a great person. Rest in peace.

Matt&Amanda Trerotola

August 12, 2008

Dear Brittney&Family,
We are very sorry about your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Suzie Hewitt

August 11, 2008

Auntie,

My heart is so filled with emotion that words cannot give them justice. In the last few days I have tried to relive every moment we had together so I could feel close to you. All the way back to Third Street when you would chase me with worms I found in my mud pies, to the countless moments and fun times we shared as we grew older. Having our girls together, and watching Britt go from a goofy little girl to an amazing woman destined to be just like her Mama. I am so grateful that we did crazy things together, laughed ourselves silly, and went on a tireless pursuit of our spiritual side and God's meaning in our lives. It is that journey we took with together that gives me strength today. You were always by my side no matter what.

My soul is heavy with sadness, but happy that you are free of pain and keeping watch over us.

I will never forget what you told me about Christmas trees. I will always have the biggest and prettiest tree waiting for you.

Love Always,
Neicie

LORRAINE Mantuano kannan

August 11, 2008

Maria
Daughter,Sister,Wife,Mother
And my best friend..

Each day goes by every tear I cry
can not ease the pain,
when I think of the suffering and fight you had your strength would never fade.
(A GIFT TO US)

The sparkle in your eyes I'll never forget, a memory in my mind.

When I look at the stars and the deep blue sea, A clown or a christmas tree, the memories
I have and will always cherish is my
sister,
Mary Marie

I ask myself why did you choose her God?
Someday you'll let us know.
Im sure it was very important or you
would not have let her go.

Now It's time to give our strength and show her our love.

For we all know, Marie is looking down from the Heavens above!

Love you sis

Lorie

Jason Trerotola

August 10, 2008

We thought of you with love today,
But that is nothing new.

We thought about you yesterday,
And the days before that, too.

We think of you in silence.
We often speak your name.

Now all we have is memories,
And your picture in a frame.

Your memory is our keepsake,
With which we'll never part.

God has you in His Keeping.
We have you in our Heart.

Teresa Mantuano-Williams

August 10, 2008

MY dear sister Maria. There are no words I could ever write or say to describe our loss. Your a Angel my sister. Ask those fellow angels to pray for all of us still here...Surely now you have connections in the highest places. Fly Maria FLY

Linda Wagner

August 10, 2008

Safely Home
My dear sister,how I miss you so. All the pain and suffering is over. Every restless tossing passed. You are now at peace forever. Safely home in heaven. You shall rest in God's own hands. You have brought us all to our knees, we have prayed and prayed and through you, brought us closer to God and restored our faith and realize life is too short.One day we will all be together again. Love you.

Gloria Wilder

August 10, 2008

God bless and hold her in your loving
arms Maria is now in heaven
God bless and be with this family in
this troubled times

Leah Butcher

August 10, 2008

will all no that maria is with us.

Laurie Bowden

August 10, 2008

And then I heard an angel say

I thought I saw your face today
in the sparkle of the morning sun.
And then I heard an angel say, "Her work on earth is done".

I thought I felt your touch today, in the breeze that rustled by.
And then I heard an angel say, "The spirit never dies".

I thought that you had left us, for the stars so far above.
And then I heard an angel say "She left you with her love".

We thought that we would miss you so, and never find our way.
And then I heard an angel say,"she's with you every day".
"The sun, the moon, the wind, the stars, will forever be around, reminding you of the love you shared and the peace she's finally found"

Brittney Mantuano

August 10, 2008

To my Mama,
I could never ask for anything more than the gifts you have given me. Although you were taken off this earth way too soon, God has chosen his angel and he only takes the best. I will always keep you in my heart and in my mind. You were the strongest, bravest, most beautiful person I have ever met, and like I told you, I will be lucky if I can ever amount to half of what you were, but I'll try my best. I'll never forget your sence of humor, no matter what you were able to bring me up. You were wise even beyond your years.

"When I look out over the ocean I feel so close to Heaven and God. When my spirit lifts me to Heaven I will walk over the ocean into the arms of Jesus."
-Maria Mantuano Butcher 1/31/08

Forever following in your footsteps, I have some very big shoes to fill.
I love you more than I can say.

RALPH MANTUANO

August 10, 2008

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

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