Manuel R. "Manny" Amezquita Obituary (1951

Manuel "Manny" R. Amezquita, 60, of Clyde died on Friday, May 27, 1011 at St. Vincent's Hospital, Toledo. Mr. Amezquita was born in Bellevue on April 14, 1951 to the late Manuel and Carmen (Camacho) Amezquita. He was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Fremont and had graduated for St. Joseph High School in 1971. In 1998 he retired from Whirlpool Corp. Manny was an avid sports enthusiast especially watching the Buckeyes; Dallas cowboys and Cleveland Indians as well as NASCAR. He loved collecting sports memorabilia. He enjoyed spending time with family, fishing, grilling herb gardening, dining out and making friends where ever he went. Manny spent countless hours with the family dog, Frida, sharing snacks and playing games. Most of all Manny enjoyed taking weekend adventures with his wife. He was the best husband father, uncle, brother and friend. Survivors include his wife, the former Robin Homan, whom he married on May 18, 1974; three daughters, Heather Amezquita, Clyde; Hope Amezquita, Richmond, VA and Michelle Caserta (Joseph) Willowick, Ohio. A brother, Mario Amezquita, Monroeville and sister-in-law, Brenda Homan, Walbridge and brother-in-law, Lonnie Homan, Toledo; several aunts, uncles, nephews and nieces also survive. He was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Ruth Amezquita. Manny battled diabetes for over thirty years, though never bitter and always hopeful. Manny's generosity led him to be an organ donor so that others could celebrate life, just as he did. Manny will be truly missed. Visitation Date: May 31 2011 Visitation time: 2-4 and 6-8:00 PM Visitation Location: Auxter Funeral Home - Funeral Date: June 01 2011 Funeral Time: Noon Funeral Location: St. Joseph Catholic Church -