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Ronald Jerome Manzi

September 30, 1932 — May 3, 2020

Ronald J. Manzi, age 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Lillian Manzi. He was born September 30, 1932 in Queens Village, NY and attended Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School and Church.

He moved to Albuquerque in the early 1940’s and graduated from Albuquerque High School and the University of NM, earning degrees in English and History. He began his teaching career at Hot Springs High School (in what would become T or C), and ended his teaching years at Jefferson Middle School in Albuquerque.

He was a very faithful Catholic and a member of St. Charles Borromeo Church most of his years in NM. He was a true lover of animals and animal causes, and especially enjoyed owning dogs. His last one, Bixie, was very special to him. He had a quick wit, a tremendous sense of humor, and loved playing board games and trivia games, especially watching Jeopardy and playing along. He had a great appreciation for the arts and was passionate about music, especially jazz. He always loved attending live performances. He was a diehard Notre Dame football fan, and always cheered for the NY Giants and the LA Dodgers, starting back when they were the Brooklyn Dodgers.

He was a most loyal friend to all who knew him and faithfully wrote letters to keep in touch with people he knew and loved. He could converse with anyone about anything, as he was interested in so many things. He always saw the best in everyone, never complained, and was an incredibly thoughtful and generous person.

He is survived by three cousins, Tom Iervolino, Georgiana Wolf, and Ann McIntyre; as well as friends from his neighborhood, St. Charles Borromeo Church and Annunciation Parish.

Special thanks to his doctor and all the staff at the Meadows Senior Care who so lovingly cared for him these past ten months.

Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. at FRENCH - Wyoming. Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1818 Coal PL SE in Albuquerque. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 7999 Wyoming Blvd NE in Albuquerque.

The link to the live-steam Rosary broadcast is listed below under "Services."  Please click on the box that reads: "Click here to Access the Video"

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Tuesday, May 26, 2020

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Thursday, May 28, 2020

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St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church

1818 Coal Place Southeast, Albuquerque, NM 87106

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Thursday, May 28, 2020

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