Nazarene "Ned" J. Mangini's Obituary
Nazarene "Ned" J. Mangini, 86, of Parrish, Florida passed away May 26, 2016. Ned was born May 16, 1930 to the late; Ceasar and Donata Mazzola Mangini, in Leominster, MA. He proudly served our country during the Korean War. Ned worked as a Mechanical Engineer for Morgan Construction. He moved to Florida in 1989. Ned enjoyed woodworking in his workshop, triathalons, hiking and camping. Ned was a loving husband, partner, friend, good father, a deep thinker, proud Republican, had a fantastic sense of humor and enjoyed cooking all of the main meals for the family. His presence will deeply missed.
Ned is survived by his beloved wife of 37 years, Antoinette "Ann" Mangini, of Parrish, FL, daughters; Donata (Herbert) Cocks, of Port Charlotte, FL, Marisa Mangini, of Leominster, MA, son in law, Brent VanWinkle. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Laura VanWinkle, sisters; Phyllis Clemente, Eda Ricci, Josephine Emiro, and Mary DiPrima.
Mass will be held at Skyway Memorial Funeral Home, Glass Chapel, at 1:00 pm on June 1, 2016. A celebration of Ned's life will follow at the Mangini Home from 3:30-7:30 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Florida Cancer Specialists, 2401 60th St. Ct. W., Bradenton, FL, 34209.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Skyway Memorial Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at www.skywaymemorial.com
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