Paredez Manuel Jr.

Manuel Paredez, Jr. passed away February 15, 2008 at home. Manny was a retired power plant operator from ASARCO and a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother and minister of Jehovah God. As a minister, he dedicated much of his life, lovingly teaching and encouraging others while creating a positive message for family, friends and others to follow. He and his loving wife, Katie, proved to be a powerful team in his ministerial work and also in the raising of their five children, Rose (Wayne), Arnold (Gaby), Corina (Luis), David and Daniel. He also leaves behind ten grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two sisters, Patsy and Katherine; one brother, Arturo; and countless brothers and sisters that shared his dedication. A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 23, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 9747 N. St. Patrick at 4:00 p.m. for the kind and gentle man we have lost.