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Clara Manuel Obituary

Clara A. Manuel Resident of San Francisco for 40 plus years. Age 86. Born 10/17/1923 in Ft. Devens; Ayer, Mass. Entered into rest on 7/11/2010. Loving mother of James Manuel & Steven Manuel. Wonderful mother in-law to Sharron Manuel & Sharon Manuel, Dearest Grand-mother to Steven L. Manuel, Stacey Manuel & Joshua Neven. Beloved Great Grand-mother to Ashley & Jessica Manuel, Sarah, Alexandra, Shannon & Maddison Neven. Clara retired from the St. Francis Hotel in 1988. In her younger adult life, she & her identical twin sister worked for the FBI from 1941-1945. She was an avid reader. Clara was a wonderful, kind, sweet woman. Clara is survived by her beloved twin sister Julia Dracopoulos. Clara is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, brother & sister in-laws. She is preceded in death by her beloved brothers Tom, Roe, Joe, David, Pete, Andrew, Eddie & Charlie Rutherford. Family & Friends are invited to attend services: Monday July 19th, 2010 Visitation - 12 noon Funeral - 1 pm Reception to follow Lima Family Milpitas-Fremont Mortuary 48800 Warm Springs Blvd. Fremont, Calif. 94538 (408) 263-2868

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Jul. 16, 2010.

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Cindy Walmsley

July 26, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss. I've heard so many great stories, memories and how proud everyone was to know such a wonderful woman. God bless you all.

Alyssa Manuel

July 26, 2010

The photos of Grandma Manuel are beautiful. She was a great lady and lots of memories of her.

Stacey Manuel

July 26, 2010

To my dear Grandma, I keep thinking our time together was way too short. I still can't believe you're gone. There was still so much we needed to do together, but God has his own plan. I know that in nothing more than the blink of an eye I will be reunited with you and you are patiently waiting for all of us, happy and peacefully. That is the best blessing of all. So, until that day, you will remain in all of our hearts. I can still hear you calling me "Darlin" with your Mass. accent and I am so thankful for the many happy memories we shared. I will see you again soon Grandma. Love you so much! -Stacey

Teresa Johnson

July 25, 2010

We are very sorry for your loss.We do pray that God will comfort you and help you each day. That you will cherish the memories of the wonderful times that you shared. As time goes by I hope that your tears will change to smiles each time you think of her, remembering all those special moments you shared.
Love, Teresa and Paul Johnson

July 25, 2010

Clara - You were always so sweet to be around. I loved it when Poppo (Duke) used to tease you, but you always got the best of him. Rest in Peace. Darren & Karen Horton - Bentonville, Arkansas

July 24, 2010

Hi Mom (aka Grandma)! Just wanted to tell you we miss you SO much!! It will not me the same without you! Love you!!! Sharron & Jim

Clara at Christmas

Terrie Madruga

July 19, 2010

May you always remember the good memories
in your time of sorrow. Grandma Manual was a very sweet lady to us all. We will greatly miss her smiling sweet face.

July 18, 2010

Aunt Clara will be remembered with love. As you remember the happy times with her, may the tears eventually give way to smiles...Carol and Monica, my heart goes out to you and all your family members. Thinking of you all, Binky

Elizabeth Gallagher

July 18, 2010

My very deepest sympathies to all of your family for our mutual loss. Clara was a dear friend and beloved client of mine for my entire career of nearly 30 years. I will always treasure my memories of our wonderful times together every time we met. Her joy of life was so infectious and inspiring. We were all blessed by her companionship. I was so fortunate to have shared the pleasure of her company. Most sincerely, Elizabeth

July 16, 2010

My condolences to the Rutherford Family. I know how much Monica loved her Aunt Clara. God Bless.

Linda Carlson

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