Albert V. Manilli

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Albert Manilli Obituary

MANILLI, ALBERT V.

On Wednesday, July 12, 2006, ALBERT V. MANILLI, of Wheaton, MD. Beloved husband of Corinne B. Manilli and the late Barbara Coffren-Manilli; father of Christian M. (Julianne) Manilli and the late John M. Manilli; grandfather of Nicholas, Matthew and John; brother of Paul Manilli; brother-in-law of Jack A. Mettee and Vernon H. (Patricia) Birthisel. Relatives and friends may call at COLLINS FUNERAL HOME, 500 University Blvd., West, Silver Spring, MD, Sunday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Catherine Laboure Church, Veirs Mill & Claridge Roads, Wheaton, MD on Monday, July 17 at 10 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad, 11435 Grandview Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902.

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Published by The Washington Post on Jul. 14, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Albert Manilli

5 Entries

Christian Manilli

August 15, 2006

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006

Sarita Ann Faught

July 17, 2006

I was fortunate to work with Al at Washington Gas for many years and to be handling retirements when he retired. Throughout the years we worked at Washington Gas I always enjoyed his humor and his "rough around the edges" approach to solving problems. When he retired, I had the honor of meeting his lovely, charming wife who described him as a "sweet" man. Their devotion to one another and Al's commitment to family are to be envied and admired. In conversations with Corinne and Al (when she thought he was "up to it") I learned all the joy their son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren brought into their home. This special, "sweet" man will be missed, but always close at heart.

Jeanette Burke

July 15, 2006

Al was quit a man. He was a fun person to be around and everyone loved him. He is a person that many will remember from their days at Washington Gas.

Pat Johnson

July 15, 2006

Al was a favorite of mine from the old gas house gang in Georgetown. I enjoyed working with him and felt he was someone you could always count on for straight answers. I'm sorry to hear of his death and pray that God's love will fill the hole left in the hearts of his wife, children and their families.

May Al's soul rest in peace.

Michael Schaeffer

July 15, 2006

My uncle Al was a wonderful and gentle man. I am old enough to have been at his wedding nearly 50 years ago and lucky enough to have played cards and listened to opera with him. His postive attitude and ease with life have inspired me all these years and I will miss him greatly. He never ceased being the "kiddie's pal" however old we became.

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