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Jonmichael Mantelli Obituary

Mantelli, Jonmichael (Perkins), 28 years young, from Coral Springs, Florida, passed away July 8, 2006. Graduated from Lake Gibson High School in 1995 and University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 2002. He was a wonderful man that touched many people's lives everyday. Jonmichael was an avid fisherman, loved water activities and being outdoors. A total sports fanatic with the Yankees and Bills being his favorite teams to root for. He was a true Italian and cheered for Italy during every game and they won the World Cup just for him. Jonmichael loved to be in the kitchen making unique kinds of foods while entertaining family and friends. He touched so many people in so many different ways and will always be remembered. Jonmichael is survived by is wife Danielle Rizzo-Mantelli, Coral Springs, FL; mother Merri Bruggeman, Lakeland, FL; father, James Bruggeman, Lakeland, FL; brother, Matthew Bruggeman, Tampa, FL; sister, Lindsey Bruggeman, Brandon, FL; grandparents, James and Natalie Peitrocini, Lakeland, FL; grandparents, Ralph and Sylvia Mantelli, Frankfort, NY; father and mother-in-law, Steve and Joanne Taber, Weston, FL; sister-in-law: Dominique Rizzo, Tampa, FL; grandmother-in-law: Joan Walsh, North Miami Beach, FL; grandparents-in-law: James and Pat Taber, Weston, FL. And also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and endless amount of friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory of Jonmichael Mantelli to Family Resource Center of South Florida, 675 North Homestead Blvd. Homestead, FL 33030. Visitation is 5-8:00 p.m., with the Funeral Service at 7:30 p.m., at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.fredhunters.com. Fred Hunter Memorial Services 2401 S. University Drive, Davie 954-527-1550.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on Jul. 11, 2006.

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Brian Schroeder

July 19, 2006

My thoughts and prayers go out to Danielle and the rest of Jonmike's family...

Carly Van Fleet

July 18, 2006

I am always thinking of you Jonmike and hope that you are having a blast up there. Please look over your wife, Rizzo, your Mom, Merri, and the rest of your family and friends.

Love, Carly

Tiffany Donn

July 14, 2006

My condonlences to Danielle and JonMichael's family. Danielle keep your head up and cherish the memories.

Michael Fuhrman

July 14, 2006

My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to Danielle and all of Jon Michael's family. Jon Michael was a man of pride and always put him self out for others. He will be deeply missed by all. If I know Jon Mike he is up there talking to Babe Ruth and Mickey Mantle with a Peroni in his hand. Lets go Yankees JM and I will miss you...

Michael Korman

July 12, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of grief.

Miki Gess-Willis

July 12, 2006

As far back as I can remember Jonmike and his family have been part of my life, He's always been an amazing person and I am blessed to have known him. Jonmike is safe with Bapa now. Merri, I love you and my heart is with you all.

Judi Sujko

July 12, 2006

My heart and deepest sympathy go to

Jonmichael's family. I knew him from

spending time with him during his visits to his Aunt's Terri Bommarito

and her family Ron and Catherine, Ginger, Little Ronnie and Natalie, and his grandparents. Jonmichael had a spirit and enthusiasm for life we all wish we could have. He will be greatly missed and always remembered and loved. Sincerely,

Judi Sujko and family.

Trevor Peeke

July 12, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with Jonmike's whole family. I'll always remember the unforgetable times in and out of the office. His passion and desire to be #1 in all aspects of life and make everyone around him #1 is something that I'll take with me for the rest of my life. You are still a big inspiration to everyone who knows you my friend!

Dana Kamp (Guenther)

July 12, 2006

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

Heather McCarroll

July 12, 2006

I met Jonmichael while attending the University of Central Florida. We quickly became friends through my soroirty and his fraternity. Soon after he became my "little brother". Some of my most treasured college memories were made with Jonmike and Rizzo. He was always so outgoing, friendly and had a gift to make everyone feel welcomed. This is a terrible loss and my heart goes out to Rizzo and the family.

Sean P. Clarke Jr

July 11, 2006

I first met Jonmichael when i started working for Metropolitan Home Loans. The first impression i had of him was that he is the kind of person that cares more about his friends and family then he does himself. He also treated me like i was one of the guys that he has known for years and that meant alot to me because i had just started to work there and didn't know anyone. He was the kindest and most sincere person that i have ever met in my life and he will greatly be missed. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers JM.

Kathy Downing

July 11, 2006

Our prayers are with you. Many wonderful times with Jonmike...Merri-my heart grieves for you. He was your world. We loved Jonmichael.



Love always,

Kathy and Jim Downing

Karen & Jim Vennera

July 11, 2006

Our thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathy are with you and your family.

Jessica Leahy

July 11, 2006

May you all be comforted by family and friends in your time of need. My thoughts and prayers are with today and always...

Rob Klopfer

July 11, 2006

With deepest sympathy, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tony Long

July 11, 2006

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

Jessica Tirado

July 11, 2006

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

Denice Hollingsworth

July 11, 2006

My families thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Jon was very supporting to us recently, as I lost my husband in March this year. During his honeymoon, he took the time to call my son, David, a long time school friend to offer support. That meant so much to our family. It also shows what a generous spirit he was. I remember him as a very pleasant and personalbe young man who was a joy to be around. I can share with you that as time goes on, the pain of your loss is replaced by more vivid memories of you loved one. You will cherish those thoughts and they will give you comfort. I wish you peace at this difficult time.

Marc Durrance

July 11, 2006

I first met Jonmike during the fall semester of 1998 when I was a pledge for the Sigma Chi fraternity and was required to interview all the brothers in the fraternity and get their signatures in our pledge books. We became roommates along with Brett Roberts in 2002, Jonmike’s senior year at the University of Central Florida. During those college years some of my best memories include Jonmike and his influence has helped create the man that I have become today. Recently, I had the honor of being a groom’s man at Jonmichael and Danielle's beautiful wedding in the Keys. In October, Jonmike was to be a groom’s man at my wedding. It will be very difficult to look over and not see him standing there to share such an important moment in my life as I was able to do in his. You will never be forgotten and always considered a brother.



In Hoc Signo Vinces

David Hollingsworth

July 11, 2006

You will be missed more than you could ever know. I remember Jon Mike taking the time to call me recently when my father passed away. He is a true friend and will not be forgotten. He always lived for the moment and brought the best out in people. He touched many lives and will continue so long into the future. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Scott Pisello

July 11, 2006

VIVA ITALIA!!!! I love you brotha, that victory was for you! You predicted earlier.....it would be Grosso with the Gooooooooooooooooooooal to win it all for the Azzurri, BRAVO! You may be gone JM, but you will never ever be forgotten! And don't forget when your up in heaven with my dog Harley, drinking Peroni's and watching the Yankees play, make sure to whip up a bowl of your homemade Salsa....he would love it:) My deepest condolences go out to all family, friends and whoever else was lucky enough to have Jon Mike touch their lives!!! RIZZO.......Emma and I are here for you always if you ever need anything at all! R.I.P. Jon Mike.....You Will Always Be Loved!!!!! FORZA ITALIA!!!! LET'S GO YANKEES, now it's your turn!!!!! JonMichael Mantelli..."A Crafty Veteran 4-LIFE!!!" Love + Miss You Always, Scott Pisello & Emma Gulbrand

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