James Joseph Mantell's Obituary
James Joseph Mantell, age 75, of Rehoboth Beach, DE passed away at home on Monday, October 17, 2016. He was born Sunday, May 11, 1941 in Bethlehem , PA, son of the late Carl and Margaret (Geleta) Mantell.
Mr. Mantell worked for 41 years at AJ Trunzo INC., a concrete contracting business in PA, as a foreman. He married the love of his life, Geraldine (Gerrye) O'Connor in March of 1974. In his spare time, Mr. Mantell enjoyed fishing, golfing, cooking and carpentry. He was a loving husband, father, brother and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Mantell is predeceased by his brother, Bobby Mantell and his Uncle, John. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Gerrye Mantell; his two daughters, Wendy and Dawn Mantell; and his siblings: Jackie Cressman, Carl Mantell, Steve Mantell and Rose Mary Mantell.
Memorial Service will be held on Friday, October 21, 2016, at 2:00 PM at All Saints Episcopal Church, 18 Olive Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. Interment will be private.
Memorial contributions may be made to The American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.
Please sign Mr. Mantell's online guest book located on this site.
FLORIST NOTE: PLEASE HAVE ALL FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS DELIVERED BY 1 PM, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2016 TO ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL CHURCH, REHOBOTH BEACH, DE.
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