Michael A. Manzelli, 53, of Imperial MO, passed away Monday, August 15th, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. While he was victorious in his battle with cancer, he succumbed to other medical ailments.
Michael is survived by his wife Karen Manzelli, children Kaitlyn Manzelli, Ethan Manzelli, Nicole (Aaron) Toben, Granddaughters Alivia, Taetem, and Emmy Toben.
Born April 1st, 1969, Michael is survived by his father Daniel Manzelli and Stepmother Jeannie Manzelli and preceded in death by his mother Sue Brooks and Stepfather James Brooks. Michael is also survived by brothers Mathew (Theresa) Manzelli,Jimmy (Angela), Mathew and Mark Elder.
A 1991 graduate from University of Missouri Rolla with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, he was a dedicated employee to Automatic Controls for 27 years.
Michael loved St. Louis Blues Hockey, bowling, golf, spaghetti, a good chili and being on the beach. On the weekends you may find him taking a drive in the vette- top down and playlist blaring, Or maybe at home shopping QVC while whipping up a new recipe. Above anything else, he loved spending time with his family.
A best friend to his wife Karen, they loved Blues games, a good karaoke night, guitar hero concerts in the living room, and trips to the beach. Together, they could quote every season of “Friends.” If there was a Reba, Journey, or any country concert in town, you could find them side by side singing along.
A loving father, Michael was always at his children’s games and activities, helping with school work, teaching them to drive, working on their cars, helping with home improvements and hanging up Christmas lights. Michael was not only a loving father, but the most devoted PaPa. Michael would participate in swim lessons, pool days, snuggle nights, and most recently teaching his granddaughters to play piano.
When not with family, he loved sharing good times with his friends: driveway bonfires, bowling alley nights, dinners, drinks and Destin road trips to name a few.
Michael was one of the good ones, a friend to all. To know Micahel was to love him. To love him was an honor.
In his honor, please donate to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Also, consider joining the “Be the Match” registry to help patients like Michael.
Arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Friday, August 19th, Kutis Funeral Home 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd, St. Louis, MO 63129 4:00p.m.-8:00p.m.
Final visitation: Saturday, August 20th, Kutis Funeral Home 9:00a.m., followed by funeral services at 10:00a.m., Immaculate Conception Church 2300 Church Rd. Arnold, MO 63010 then to his resting place at Shepherd Hills Barnhart, MO. Celebration of life immediately following.
Sending condolences and prayers to Karen, Kaitlyn, Ethan, Nicole and the entire family. Hold onto all the great memories you have with this wonderful man.. he loved you all!❤️
Karen & Family, please accept my heartfelt condolences. I pray for Mike’s loving soul. Another Angel needed in God’s arms.
To the Manzelli family,
Michael will be missed by all of us. He was not only a GOOD ONE, he was a GREAT ONE. We loved you Michael you truly were family. Our deepest sympathies to your family.
Karen ,my heart aches for you and your loving family.
Mike is at peace.
Karen and family, my heart breaks for you and I’m sending prayers for everyone. Mike was truly a wonderful man and loved his family and friends above all. His legacy will live on in all of you. RIP Mike, you will be greatly missed.
Karen and family, may God watch over you and keep you in the palm of HIS HANDS. Peace be with you.
So sorry for your loss! Prayers for the whole family!
Michael was a wonderful man. Father, husband just a general one of a kind person. You will be truly missed . I love you and hope to see you again one day.
Love,
Your Sister in Law
Karen and Family. My heart breaks for you during this time. I have followed along until the end. I know Mike us looking down at his amazing family for what they have done for him. He has left many special memories to share a life time. He is no longer in pain taking care of family in heaven just like he has done on earth. RIP Mike many will miss you. Sending hugs and prayers to the family
Sending prayers and hugs to the Manzelli family!!! So very sorry for your loss!!! Mike was a special person with a heart of gold!!!!!❤️❤️
My deepest sympathy to the family for their loss. I pray God will grant them comfort and strength during this time.
I knew him as Matt’s brother but as also a great guy who was always smiling and enjoying life. My heart goes out to his family. But he rests now in peace.
Dan, Jean, and Family,
Very sorry for your loss. My condolences.
Wayne Rosenthal