Robert F. Manske, Jr., 69 , of North Branford passed away Friday, August 17, 2012 at the VAMC, West Haven with his loving family by his side. He was the husband of 45 years to Marilyn Cimino Manske. Mr. Manske was born in Amesbury, MA on January 12, 1943; son of the late Robert F. Manske, Sr. and Irene LeClair Manske; obtained an Associate’s degree in business from the University of New Haven; served his country faithfully in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam era; had worked for the SNET Company for over thirty years retiring as a manager and later worked as a Narrator for the Essex Steam Train. Mr. Manske was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America; was an antique car enthusiast and truly enjoyed his grandchildren. Father of Kyle (Maria) Manske of North Branford and Tiffney (Jeff) D’Amato of North Haven. Grandfather of Griffin & Gunner Manske and Lia D’Amato. Brother of Dennis Manske of Richmond, VA. Brother-in-law of Lucille Ferro and Andrea Walsh. Also survived by nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Monday morning at 10:30. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Barnabas Church at 11:00. Interment with full military honors will follow in Northford Cemetery. The visiting hours will be Sunday from 3 to 6 pm. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105
Marilyn, Kyle, Tiffany and family, please accept my heartfeld condonlences. May his soul rest in peace.
Our deepest sympathy to the family
Auntie Mar,sorry to hear abount Uncle Bob. Our thoughts are with you always.
Love,
Michele & Xavior
Kyle, Maria and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing, and that we missed the services. You are in our prayers. Our deepest sympathy,
The McGuires
Mrs. Manske and family,
I was very sad to hear about the loss of your loved one, Bob. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Although I did not have the pleasure of knowing him when he was well, the love and devotion that I witnessed from each of you throughout his stay in the ICU told me what a wonderful husband, father etc he was.
I hope the passage of time will help ease your sadness and leave each of you with your own special memories. In the meantime, I’m sending healing thoughts, prayers, and support your way.
With my sincere sympathy,
Trina