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MANUEL ROJAS Obituary
MANUEL T. ROJAS
Of Berwyn Heights, Maryland, left this world on Sunday afternoon, June 9, 2013 at home surrounded by family. A native of Ecuador, South America, Manuel lived in the US for over 60 years with his beloved wife of 57 years, Maria F. Rojas. Manuel is survived by his wife Maria, seven children, Annette, Marie Louis Altemus, Patricio, Rudolf, Thomas, Constance Macy and Rene. He is also survived by his sister Francis Estella of Quito, Ecuador. He also has seven grandchildren. Manuel worked at the Catholic University of America for over 25 years in Accounts Management and also in professorial capacities. He had many hobbies and talents, including calligraphy and languages, speaking Italian and French fluently. He and his wife enjoyed a long retirement period where they travelled the world widely and also enjoyed watching their grandchildren grow up. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Wednesday, from 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Redeemer Church, Berwyn Rd. and 49th Avenue, College Park, MD, on Thursday, June 13, at 10 a.m. Interment private. Donations in lieu of flowers, may be made to Capital Caring or The American Cancer Society.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Bridget Ojo
June 14, 2013
Please accept our deepest condolences about your father
Eric Nelson
June 14, 2013
Dear Rojas's
He was a truly lovely man, with a truly lovely family. Even though I have not actually heard his voice in over 25 years, I can hear his gentle, welcoming and happy voice like it was yesterday. You are special people and he and your Mom can take great pride and credit. The secret was the deep love that your Dad and Mom shared.
The Berwyn Heights home was a happy and fun place. That doesn't just happen. Your folks love for each other and their family was, and continues to be, a great joy for all who are privileged to be in your orbit. He lives on in all his family and all he has touched. Love and prayers, Eric and his family.
Adreiena Marquez-Armijo
June 13, 2013
I remember visiting the Rojas family and feeling so special. Mr. and Mrs. Rojas were so friendly and gave me gifts I still have today 25+ years later. Mr. Rojas was a good man, he was very proud of his family and their ideals. My heart goes out to you who have to suffer the loss. But remember his legacy lives on in his children and grandchildren.
Michael Gerrity
June 13, 2013
I knew Manuel from Catholic U., where I was a student. He would sometimes catch a ride with me and my mom (who also worked at CU) to Berwyn Heights, and he would help me work on my Italian. We always had a great time, and laughed the whole way. He was a lovely man, and I'm glad to hear he had a long a happy life. My condolences to the family.
June 13, 2013
The entire Barkley family will miss Manuel. The memories of his deep, resonant, friendly voice. Seeing his friendly face walk down the street. His generous spirit and interest in everyone he met. His entire family was part of our childhood in Berwyn Heights. May he be granted eternal rest. Susan Barkley Hunter
Tammy Kidd
June 13, 2013
There is no way to measure how many lives Uncle Manuel has touched with his infectious smile and love of life. The beauty of who he is traveled like sun rays. If I can be one half the person my uncle was I will have lived an amazing life and one very pleasing to God.
Pegi Reese
June 12, 2013
I have fond memeories of your father from when I worked with him at Catholic University in the 60's. His smile was always a welcoming sight, his kindness and the love of his family was something I shall always remember. What a gift to have a father like this- He was a wonderful role model for all. He shall be missed. Your family shall be remembered in my prayers. I am sorry for your loss.
June 12, 2013
What a beautiful difference one single life made...You will be missed....With Deepest Sympathy...Dorothe and Family
June 12, 2013
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL DIFFERENCE ONE SINGLE LIFE MADE......WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY..WE WILL MISS YOU ALWAYS..DOROTHE AND FAMILY
June 12, 2013
Manuel you were the best father we could have asked for, you came to this country as an adult and really did more than most who had the privelege of having been born here. I am so grateful we had so many wonderful times together. You were a pleasure to be with, an inspiration and taught us the meaning of work. Your son Rudolf
June 12, 2013
I know your hearts are saddened, but I hope it brings you comfort knowing he is at peace with our heavenly Father.
Uncle Manuel will always have a special place in my heart. I am blessed to have so many wonderful memories of him. The many times he helped me learn calligraphy when I was a child and the dance we shared on my wedding day, just to name a few.
Loving thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Lisa Deckers Herber
June 12, 2013
We are sorry to hear this. May he rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Rojas family.
Lakshman & Nishi
Cathie Thorsten-Thomas
June 12, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was indeed a gentleman. So glad to have had the privilege to have known him even briefly.
Alan Silberberg
June 12, 2013
I never met Manuel, but I may understand the worth of the man, because I know two of his children quite well, Tom and Rene. There are different measures of successful life, but certainly the character of your children is one measure. By this metric, Manuel's life was a success.
I have had many lunches (suppers as well) with Tom and Rene. Many times Manuel stories were told. The importance here was not the content of the stories, but rather their telling. These guys loved their pappa. May my children so honor me.
Familias Jaramillo Y Marquez
June 12, 2013
Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the entire Rojas family. We, in New Mexico, were very fortunate to have known Mr. Rojas and his family. We remember his sense of humor and his friendliness and ability to make friends with anyone he met. May he rest in peace. From the immediate and extended families of the Jaramillo's and Marquez's.
Conaty Family
June 11, 2013
The Conaty family extends our sincerest condolences on your great loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers
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