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Thomas La Mantea Obituary

Passed away peacefully at home in San Rafael June 1, 2009. Born June 10, 1930 a native of Minnesota, Thomas was 78 years old. Thomas is predeceased by his wife Donna and parents Tom and Molly La Mantea. He is survived by his loving daughter, Michelle (Ernie) Talbot of Rohnert Park and grandchildren, Ashley and Brittney Talbot. Brother to Marlene (Bob) Suttles of Novato and three nephews. Thomas was a Navy veteran during the Korean War he then taught art for over 30 years at Redwood High School. Also an avid duck hunter, bocce ball player and his talent as a model boat builder was truly impressive. He belonged to the San Francisco model yacht club and Santa Rosa model club. Also a member of S.I.R.S. and St. Isabella's Catholic Church. A Vigil service will be held Sunday, June 7, 2009 7:00 p.m. at St. Isabella's Catholic Church in Terra Linda. Funeral Mass Monday June 8th, 11:00 a.m. St. Isabella's Church. Interment at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Santa Rosa, CA. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942. MONTE'S CHAPEL OF THE HILLS, SAN ANSELMO, CA (415) 453-8440

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Published by Press Democrat from Jun. 4 to Jun. 6, 2009.

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Annette Traverso

June 7, 2009

Michelle:
Your father used to flick my middle son's ear during church - just for the fun of it. He drew each one a special picture which I put in their baby boxes. They were saddened when I told them he passed away. We pray for him and your mother as well as you and your family. Thank you God for giving us the opportunity of Tom touching our lives.

kate

June 5, 2009

Ah, Mr. La Mantea! Had him for Jewelry for 3 years. He acted kind of scary and mean, but he was a good teacher! I loved that class.

Nicole Lahee

June 5, 2009

To Mrs. Talbot and Family: You are in our thoughts! Katie will always keep your dad in her heart. Thinking of you.
Nicole and Katie Conzelman

Jeanne and John Zanzi

June 4, 2009

To Donna and family,
Our sympathy to you all.
Keep your special memories close to your heart.

(I was a longtime customer at Corte Madera bank.
Your Aunt Emma rode to work to S.S.F.with my husband Livio (John)

Please know that others care and are thinking of you at this difficult time.

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