John Bligh
- Retired Paraprofessional
- PS 152, Woodside, Queens
Carmen Manto was a longtime paraprofessional at PS 152 in Woodside, Queens.
A devoted wife and mom to three children, she lived most of her life in Queens before moving to Cranford, New Jersey, after she retired in 2008. She was 75.
Born in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, Carmen was known for being fiercely protective of her family as well as exhibiting a quick wit and sass that made her a focus at every gathering. Her friends and family will miss her amusing remarks.
Carmen was an avid bowler, and spent several days a week at a local bowling center with her husband, Umberto Manto. She was also an animal lover, who often rescued dogs as well as sheltered and fed neighbors’ outside cats.
Besides her husband, Carmen is survived by her mother, Rosario Rivera Sosa; children Elizabeth Marty-Dalli, Nelson Marty and Maria Van Teeckelenburgh; and grandchildren Alexandra Dalli, Samantha Dalli, Victoria Dalli, Jordan Dillon, Ellie Dillon and Kaia Van Teeckelenburgh. She also leaves behind a brother, Robert Almodovar, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Condolences may be sent to:
Maria Van Teeckelenburgh
414 Centennial Avenue, #1
Cranford, NJ 07016
I just learned of your mom’s death. Although I left 152 many years before your mom, I do remember her well. She was a good person and well liked by everyone…teachers and students. My condolences to your family
My family appreciates all of your kind words and prayers.
I am so saddened to hear that Carmen Manto has passed away. I knew Ms. Manto when my children were in elementary school at PS 152Q. They are now in their 30s. Carmen greeted everyone with a smile. My deepest condolences to the family.
Carmen was the best. I am so sorry to learn of her passing. My sincere condolences.
I’m deeply saddened to hear about Carmen’s passing. She was truly one of a kind and a pleasure to work with at 152. Prayers and condolences to her family. She will be greatly missed.
Maria, I am so sorry to learn about your Mom. She was one of my closest friends for years at 152. We had some good times together laughing about our children and grandchilldren and enjoying your father’s eggs and potatoes. She was a good person and I know you and your family will miss her. I am truly sorry.
I am so sorry to hear about Carmen, I knew her for so many years. The obit you posted captured her personality exactly, she always had a way of looking at things that made everyone’s day a bit brighter. I’m sure she will be greatly missed by your family and close friends. My deepest sympathies.
My condolences.
I had the pleasure knowing Carmen when I first started at P.S. 152q. Very pleasant and patient and helpful. She will be missed.
Oh my god I’m so sorry to hear this news i knew Carmen For years , she was a co- worker of mine at P.S.152Q. My deepest sympathy to the whole family,R.I.P. your now an Angel if God , Amen ☦️ Donna Lee Hillegass
She will always be remember for her years of service to the community of P.S. 152 and for the happy and funny way that characterized her. My deepest heartfelt condolences to all of her family. She will be missed.
I am so very sorry to hear the sad news I worked with Carmen at PS152. She was such a warm, caring, fun and wonderful person. I am grateful to have known her and hope you will find comfort in knowing how greatly she was loved by all the people that knew her.
I am so saddened by this news. Carmen was Quality. Funny. Intuitive. Loving. Compassionate. She made PS 152 a better place for all of us to be. Everyone, children and adults alike- loved her.
So sorry. May she rest in peace.
Maria I am heartbroken to learn of mom’s passing. My deepest sympathies are with all of you. I was always so close to mom when we worked together. As always, life gets in the way and we lost touch when you guys moved to Jersey. We spoke for a while at the beginning, but then just lost touch. As the chapter leader at 152Q, I would like to share this with our staff. I’m sure that the old timers that worked along side her for so many years, as I did, will also feel this terrible loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you guys at this most difficult time in your lives. Please stay safe.
Fondly,
Ronit Lopez
I remember Ms.Manto as a great paraprofessional. She often made us smile and laugh by her sense of humor and was an excellent role model for the kids; May she rest in peace and know that she made 152 a better school.
I worked with Carmen at PS 152.. I remember her fondly.. She is/was an awesome person.. I am very, very sorry for your loss.