Michelina “Nellie” Manzella, loving Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, dear friend and mentor to all who knew her, passed away Nov 2, 2019 at Staten Island University Hospital. She was born in West Brighton and became a long-time resident of Port Richmond, Staten Island, NY after marriage. She was a dedicated member of El Bethel, Assembly of God and dearly loved her Pastor, his family, the congregation, her family, friends and neighbors. She volunteered for Meals on Wheels for many years with her dear friend and enjoyed delivering food and sharing compassion to those in need.
She was predeceased by her husband, Paul and daughters Rose Heins and Margo Manzella. She is survived by her twin children Brenda and Paul Manzella, three grandchildren: Christa, Jon and Dana and four great grandchildren: Sean, Taryn, Aliyah and Juliet. She was a kind, loving, strong and wise woman who was generous in her love of others and was cherished by those who knew her.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to:
El Bethel, Assembly of God
910 Jewett Ave.
Staten Island, NY 10314
(718) 727-2773
Service
Viewing
Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
Wednesday, November 6, 2019
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Wednesday, November 6, 20197:00pm - 9:00pm
Service
Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
Thursday, November 7, 201911:00am
Burial
Moravian Cemetery
2205 Richmond Rd, Staten Island, NY 10306
Thursday, November 7, 2019
Marilynn Neel says
My deepest heartfelt condolences to the Manzella family. May your love and memories bring you through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Brigitte Hermann says
To all the family members , our deepest condolence. We have such a good memories of Mrs. Manzella. Remember her great baking and Rice Pudding.
Charles and Brigitte Hermann
Sherry Charles says
My family is so sorry for your loss. It was so nice growing up together with your family , I will always remember having tea with Aunt Nelly and Brenda, I will always cherish these memories,we had a great time growing up together and being best friends ,although we are not living by one another any more your family will always be cherished in my heart .
Maureen Dishuk says
Nellie played a big part in my family’s life. I am so lucky that she shared so many her wonderful recipes with me over the years. I am proud to teach these recipes to the third generation of our family. Her recipes have become part of our traditions. Nellie will always be remembered.
Robert Imperato says
So sorry to hear of her passingb& will be praying for you guys..
I’ll never forget what she & you guys did for me when we were growing up. She was a second mom to me.
Dorothy Fiore says
My deepest sympathy to the Manzella family. She was a a beautiful women, both inside and out.
Dorothy (Hermann) Fiore)
Mary Tormey says
I just saw this obituary regarding your mom, who I knew and cousin Nelly. I’m cousin Bessie’s daughter Mary. PAUL and Brenda would remember me, as they came to our house on Boundary Ave many time with their parents. I too remember your mom as always being so very sweet to me and your Dad who I recall not feeling well with he visited. My parents too are gone now. I can only imagine what heaven must be like with all of them together again. God Bless you, cousin Mary.