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October 14, 2012

Andrew C. Manti Jr., 66

Windham, NH — Andrew C. Manti, Jr., 66, of Windham, NH passed away peacefully surrounded by his family Friday October 12, 2012 at Holy Family Hospital in Methuen. Andrew was born in Schenectady, NY, the son of the late Andrew C. & Rita (Scavia) Manti Sr. Andrew was educated in Mohonasen High School in New York and later graduated from Lowell Technical College with a degree in Electrical Engineering in 1968.

Andrew worked for over 40 years in the Electrical Engineering and Quality Assurance fields and last worked as a Quality Assurance Manager with Insight Technology in Londonderry, NH. Andrew was an avid HAM radio operator, with his handle of W1VL, and was a member of the American Radio Relay League for many, many years. He loved to spend time working with his computer and the many web sites he hosted, and enjoyed the many trips and cruises he took with his loving wife, Gail. His greatest joy in life was spending time with his family, especially his four grandchildren, whom he adored.

Andrew is survived by his wife of 44 years Gail M. (Faucher) Manti of Windham, his son James A. Manti and his wife Sheri L. of Windham, a daughter Michelle R. Delaney and her husband Timothy S. of Newton, NH, a brother Bruce S. Manti and his wife Deborah of Schenectady, NY, and his four grandchildren Cassidy P. Manti, Braeden J. Manti, Erica L. Delaney, and John A. Delaney. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Andrew was also the father of the late David B. Manti and Karen D. Manti.

ARRANGEMENTS: Relatives and friends will be warmly received at visiting hours Monday October 15th from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at Cataudella Funeral Home 126 pleasant Valley St. Methuen, MA. A mass of Christian burial will take place Tuesday October 16th at 10:00am at St. Matthews Church 2 Searles Road Windham, NH. Burial will follow in Elmwood Cemetery Methuen, MA.

Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to St. Jude Tribute Program P.O. Box 1000 Dept. 142 Memphis, TN 38148-0142.

For online condolences or directions please visit www.cataudellafh.com

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