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GARCIA JR., MANUEL L.

October 3, 2017 3 Condolences

Manuel Garcia

Manuel L. Garcia Jr., 79, passed away peacefully in his home with his family by his side on Saturday, September 30, 2017. Manuel was born March 25, 1938 in Phoenix, Arizona to Manuel Espinoza Garcia and Lucia Lopez. He attended Lowell Elementary School and graduated from Phoenix Union High School, enlisted and served in the Army National Guard and was a member of the Cement Finishers Union. He married his beloved wife Linda Marie Medina on September 4, 1960 and is survived by his children; Tony, Teresa, and Joe. Manuel worked Street Maintenance for the City of Phoenix from 1968 – 1996, and was known by his colleagues for his tireless energy and dedication. He is predeceased by his parents and sister Terry. Manuel is further survived by his siblings; Carmen, Ernie, and Angie. He had 4 grand-children; Jennifer, Toni, Monique and Gabriel; and was blessed with 6 great-grandchildren with one on the way whom he loved very much. Manuel had a passion for his guitar and enjoyed singing for his family and friends. He always looked forward to special occasions and adored seeing the children as they grew. Visitation will be at 8:00 A.M., followed by the Rosary at 9:00 A.M. at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix. Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 A.M., at St. Mark’s Parish located at 400 N. 30th St., Phoenix, on Friday, October 6th. Manuel will be laid to rest at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery at 2033 N. 48th St. Phoenix, AZ.

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  1. Norma Mondragon

    October 4, 2017 at 12:59 pm

    May Manuel’s spirit now sing in the heavens. He was a gentle soul and a gentleman, he will be greatly missed. May God Bless his family and provide them with much needed comfort for their loss. With much love extended Prima Norma

  2. Carmen Mason

    October 5, 2017 at 9:15 pm

    Peace and understanding, May the Lord, give you strength as you go through . Memories are wonderful. Always remember.
    With Love from the children of Antonia, grandchildren of Juanita. Carmelita, Richard, Joe , and Tony

  3. Monique Lopez

    September 30, 2018 at 10:24 pm

    It’s been a year Tata.. not one month, week, day, hour or sec passes without you on my mind, you’re everywhere. I miss you so much.

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