Anthony Vincent Manzelli
Died: Thu Aug 9, 2012
Visitation
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Sun Aug 12, 2012
Location: Our Funeral Home
Funeral Service
11:00 AM Mon Aug 13, 2012
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Morris Funeral Home
40 Main Street
Southborough, MA 01772
508 485 4111
Anthony V.Manzelli, 74, of Southborough passed away on Thursday, August 9, 2012 at UMass Medical Center, after a short illness.
He was the beloved husband Barbara (Salvaggio) Manzelli for the past 51 years.
Born in Cambridge, he was the son of Martin and Adeline (Dicicco) Manzelli. At the age of 12 his family moved to Watertown where he graduated from Watertown High School. He served in the National Guard for over 11 years. He started his career at Georgia-Pacific Co, from 1956 to 1969. During that time he met Barbara and married her din 1961. They bought a house in 1966 and moved to Southborough. In 1970 he created a successful businesses, A. V. Manzelli Construction and in 1992 he added Shortload Redi-Mix Concrete Company. His last big construction project was building his daughter and son in law’s home.
Tony was a very active member in the Knights of Columbus, starting his membership in 1971 with the Alhambra Council #88 in Worcester, then transferring it to Phil Sheridan Council #119 in Southborough. He was a Grand Knight from 1983 to 1985 and again in 1991 to 1993. He was appointed District Deputy and served from 1985 to 1988, along with other various committees under every State Deputy. Tony became a 4th Degree Knight and went up the chairs in the Edward F. McSweeney Assembly #400, finally becoming a Navigator in 1989. He was appointed State Master of the Bishop James A. Healy Province, Massachusetts District in 2002. Tony continued to serve his brother Knights coordinating a drive to send over 30,000 tootsie rolls to our service men and women in Iraq. He has aided the veterans and veteran hospitals in Massachusetts. In addition he found time to serve as Scout and Pack Master of Boy Scout Pack #26, and serve on the Parish Council for St. Matthew Church of Southborough, where he was an active member.
In addition to his wife he is survived by his children, Michael A. Manzelli of Midlothian, VA; Barbara Trychon and her husband David of Douglas; his siblings Helen Mulligan and her husband Paul of Chelmsford; Vincent Manzelli and his wife Sylvia of Newton; his grandchildren, Christopher and Stephanie Manzelli; Matthew and Jeffrey Trychon ; and several nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by his daughter Lynne Marie Manzelli and his daughter in law Gail Manzelli
Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, August 12, from 2 to 5 PM at Morris Funeral Home, 40 Main St. Southborough.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, August 13, at 11 AM at St. Matthew Church, Highland St. Southborough. Burial will be private in the Newton Cemetery.
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Bob L''Heureux
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Posted Fri August 10, 2012
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Dan and I were truly saddened to learn of Tony's sudden passing. As neighbors of the Manzelli family for more than 45 years, we will certainly miss Tony's good-humored, always-busy, and always-helpful presence. Our thoughts and prayers are with Barbara and the entire family during this difficult time.
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Wayne, Helen, Erin and Kara Macri
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Posted Sat August 11, 2012
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Dear Aunt Barbara and Family,
We were so sad to hear about Uncle Tony's passing. Although we will not be able to be with you during the services know that you and all of your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Uncle Tony was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed.
Love,
Helen, Erin and Kara
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Pamela English
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Posted Sat August 11, 2012
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Dearest Auntie Barbara,
It is with the heaviest heart that I write our sincere condolences. Jim and I are grateful to have had the opportunity to spend so many days in the company of Uncle Tony. His wit and sense of humor will be some of the richest thoughts we have of him. To Michael, Barbie and the entire Manzelli family, please know that the weight of your sorrow is not to bear alone. You are in our hearts. God bless.
Pam & Jim English
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Veronica {Wythe} Ciccone
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Posted Sat August 11, 2012
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Dear Barbara, Michael & Barbie:
I was truly saddened and shocked to hear of Tony's passing. My childhood was filled with memories of you guys, and I will never forget all the fun we all had. I am sending you all prayers and hugs during this most difficult time..no words can bandage the wounds of your hearts at this time...but know we will be there to offer shoulders to cry on and hugs to comfort you...My prayers and love are with you all. God Bless !!!
Love and Prayers,
Veronica
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The St.Cyrs
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Posted Sat August 11, 2012
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We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to the Manzelli family for the loss of Tony.
God bless, Love, the St.Cyr family
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Greg Wythe
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Posted Sat August 11, 2012
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So very sad to hear. He was my Godfather. He gave me my first baseball glove, which i still have. My heart goes out to everyone.
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Dick Capello
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Posted Sat August 11, 2012
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Our deepest sympathy to the Manzelli family.
He always had a smile for me when we said hello.
RIP
Dick Capello
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Paul and Carol Duffy
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Posted Sat August 11, 2012
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Our hearts go out to Barbara and the Manzelli family. Tony was a wonderful man, neighbor and an inspiration to all of us.
Carol & Paul
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Brian VanLaarhoven
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Posted Sun August 12, 2012
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Tony was a force of nature. He had so much positive energy that he could power a city. We his brother Knights in the Phil Sheridan Council of Southborough will miss his constant smile and encouragement. He was so key in keeping the #119 Council going over many years. We will do our best to continue his legacy and do good works in his name. Our prayers go out to you Barbara, Michael and Barbie. Tony was always optimistic and hopeful and we must continue that spirit as we go forward. God bless you all and we will support you in every way possible Barbara.
Love from all his brother Knights in Southborough.
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Bobby Casaletto
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Posted Sun August 12, 2012
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Dear Barbara
First let me appologize for not being able to come. I have a million excuses but only one reason. It would have been too taxing on me. I feel very sorry for you and yours. You were always a cousin who along with Tony welcomed our contact. Tony was a straight shooter and hell of a man. My sorrow is real and I morn with you. Things get comfortably stranger as I get older. I hope you are OK and God bless you and your whole family. Lydie and I while not living together are still connected by the heart. I couldn't get in touch with her. I think she may have been at a flea market or something. I am living in North Reading. One block away from the cottage on Oakdale Rd. How's that for karma? Be safe.
Thinking about you
Cousin Bobby Casaletto
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Kathleen Grover
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Posted Mon August 13, 2012
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Dear Barbara, I was saddened to learn of Tony`s passing, he was such a fun person. Through the knights, we shared many happy memories. I can understand fully what you are experiencing, now as I am in the process myself. Please know how terrible I feel for your loss. Love, Kathy
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Betty Sanchioni Hackett/John Hackett
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Posted Tue August 14, 2012
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To the Manzelli family...Sending our deepest sympathy to you all. We remember all the great times we had together, when we lived in Southboro.
Betty Sanchioni Hackett Englewood FL
John Hackett Plant City FL
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Submitted by Brian VanLaarhoven on Wed January 09, 2013
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Photos of Tony & Barbara at a 4th Degree Ceremony in 2011. We miss you Tony! |
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