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Michael Manzella Obituary

Manzella, Michael A. beloved father of Meghan and Jessica. Dear son of Lawrence and Beverly Manzella. Fond brother of Nicholas. Cherished grandson of Dorothy Jastper and Agnes Manzella. Dear former husband of Elizabeth Guyer. Fond nephew and cousin of many. Visitation Friday 3:00 to 9:00 P.M. at Friedrichs Funeral Home 320 W. Central Rd. at Northwest Hwy., Mt. Prospect. Lying in State Saturday 9:00 A.M. until Mass 10:00 A.M. at St. Cecilia Church, Golf Rd. (Rt. 58) & Meier Rd. Mount Prospect. Entombment St. Adalbert Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials to the Manzella family for a fund to be established for Michael's children. For info 847-255-7800 or www.FriedrichsFH.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 10, 2010.

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Robyn Condon

April 4, 2025

Mike was a POSitvely wonderful guy!

January 21, 2010

We love Mike very very much and will miss him forever

Bombers Team

January 18, 2010

Deepest sympathy for Mikes family and friends from the gang at United Nations Bowling League and from his former teammates on the Bombers

January 17, 2010

Mike...the man that came into my life obviously for a reason. We had so many laughs and so many great times that I can't even count. Mike and I had many heart-to-heart talks and that is what I will miss the most about him. I have known him for many years and he always remain so deep in my heart!!! I will always cherish the great times, he will forever be in my heart!!!

To Larry, Bev, Meghan & Jessica: Michael was full of life and embraced so many people, he was loved by many. My sincere condolences to you and the girls. Michael will never be forgotten!!

Love, Darlene

JONO LYONS

January 16, 2010

I WILL MISS YOU MY FRIEND.... THINKING OF DANCING ON THE COFFEE TABLE IN OUR BOXERS TO THE MUSIC (SPONGE BOB AND I THINK YOU HAD POWER RANGERS ON) LOUIE'S POOL WHEN YOU STOLE MY BOXERS (SPONGE BOB AGAIN)AND I PINNED YOU TO THE BOTTOM OF THE POOL TO STEAL YOURS AND GET OUT LEAVING YOU WITH NONE...TRUSTY CUBS FLOPPY HAT TO ESCORT YOU BACK TO THE SHED... YOU MADE EVERY DAY THE FOURTH OF JULY... AND I LOVED YOU FOR THAT... YES, I WILL MISS YOU MY BIG HEARTED FRIEND.
JONO

Sheila Wiegman(Hewitt)

January 14, 2010

Bev, Larry and Nick I was so sad to hear about Michael. I have so many great mememories of Deb and I coming to visit. Our visits to Aunt Bev and Uncle Larry's house we would all pile into Michaels room where he would turn the music to loud just to irritate Aunt Bev and we just thought that was so funny.
Michael loved to push Aunt Bev's buttons... like most teenagers.
I love you all I wish I could have been their during this time.
Love Sheila

Kristen Fredriksen

January 13, 2010

Liz, we havent talked in years but I heard this news and was very sad to hear about Mike. My sympathy to you and everyone.

Angelique Cnota

January 12, 2010

Mike was a very dear friend to me and I will always hold a special place in my heart for him. I will miss him dearly. I will say a pray for your family during these difficult times.

Angelique Cnota

Christine Hansen

January 12, 2010

Dear Larry, Beverly, Nick, Liz and Girls,
I am so sorry to hear about Mike. He was loved by a lot of people, for that reason he will never be fogotten. Always remember the good times that were spent together for that way he will live in yours hearts forever.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

January 11, 2010

Kim Lerch

January 11, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time of grief. Mike will be dearly missed. His charisma love of people will always stay in my memory.

January 11, 2010

Larry, Bev, Liz, Meghan & Jessie -
We're so sorry to hear about Mike. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
Jim & Eileen Bluemling, South Elgin

Connie Moore

January 11, 2010

Larry and Beverly, I am so sorry Mike has passed. I send my deepest sympathy during this tragic time. I wish the best for his daughters. He was a great friend and will be missed daily. We love you Gilligan. Connie and Randy

January 11, 2010

Rest in Peace Mike ..,,Havent seen you since the step days .. God bless . R.M. Rollingmeadows

Serge & Martina Roy

January 10, 2010

Dear Larry and Beverly, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our deepest sympathy during this difficult time
Serge & Martina (Brantford Canada)

January 10, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to our dear old friends, The Manzella and Jastper families. May your memories of Michael, and the knowledge that he is now with our heavenly Father, sustain you as you grieve
his sudden passing.
Mike and Arlene (Stacy) Knudtson

January 10, 2010

we will miss Mike and never forget all the good times shared,He was one of our best friends!!!! God bless the children and his family ,we love you mike. Nancy,Bryan,Brad,Gizmo,Princess,Holly, Booster

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