Louis A Mangano

Louis A. Mangano, 90, of Worcester passed away peacefully Sunday, July 8th 2012 after a period of declining health. Louis was born in Worcester one of nine children of Angelo and Josephine (Romano) Mangano. He graduated from Worcester Public Schools, joined the U.S. Army during World War II to serve his country as a MP in Europe. He notably took part in the D-Day Invasion and received two purple hearts for wounds suffered in battle. He returned to Worcester, met and married Florence (Senecal) Mangano his beloved wife and partner of the next 54 years before she passed away in February of 2001. Together they owned and maintained several real estate properties and have lived here ever since. Louis is survived by his three devoted children, Charlene A. D'Errico and her husband Thomas of Falmouth, Josephine E. Leblanc of Sturbridge and Gary A. Mangano of Worcester; two brothers, William F. Mangano of Holden and James Mangano of Andover; a sister, Rose M. Boucher of Worcester; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and extended family. A daughter in law, Maryjane Mangano, a grandchild, two brothers, Virginio, and Nunzio Mangano and two sisters, Anna Belculfine and Eleanor Johnson all pre deceased him. Louis was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, and the Eastside Post 201, American Legion. He was an enthusiastic traveler and camper whom with his wife crossed the United States, five times over the years. He cherished his wife, children, grandchildren and family. The best times in his life were spent with them enjoying, sharing and laughing. Friends and relatives are invited to visit with the family Tuesday, July 10th 2012 from 5 pm to 8 pm in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. His funeral will be celebrated Wednesday morning from the funeral home with a Mass at 11:00 am in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 24 Mulberry St. Entombment will follow in Notre Dame Mausoleum. Contributions in his name can made to the Seven Hills Pediatric Center, 22 Hillside Ave., Groton, Ma. 01450.