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Clarine Manerchia

Clarine Marie (Limmina) Manerchia, age 84, of Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully at home on November 27, surrounded by family.

Clarine attended the Cathedral of Saint Peter, before attending Wilmington High School, graduating as part of the 1958 class.  She worked in a variety of roles for the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington, at both Immaculate Heart of Mary and Salesianum.

Clarine is predeceased by her husband, Giacomo Lucian Manerchia Sr.  She is survived by her brother Rosario Limmina (Genevieve) and her sons; Angelo Phillip Manerchia of Wilmington, DE, Giacomo Lucian Manerchia Jr. (Lisa) of Wilmington, DE, John Anthony Manerchia of Bel Air, MD, Michael David Manerchia of Wilmington, DE. She is also survived by five grandchildren; Nicole Angelina, Michael Phillip (Michelle), Angelo Phillip (Shannon), Adam Joseph, Emily Laurin, and four great-grandchildren; Sophia Ann, Phillip Anthony, Jameson Parker, Audrey Nicole.

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Funeral Services

Mass of Catholic Burial will be held Saturday December 7, 2024, at 12:00pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 4701 Weldin Road, Wilmington, DE. A visitation will be held prior to Mass beginning at 11am.  Interment will follow at Immaculate Heart of Mary Cemetery in Linwood, PA.

Memorial contributions can be made to Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Clarine’s name.

Condolences

    The Zeleny Family lit a candle and writes,
    John- your mom was one of a kind. A true warrior having to raise you boys! The love and dedication she provided the generations of your family (grand and great grand children) is truly inspiring and will have an everlasting affect on them. We are thinking of you and your family. Xxoo
    12/03/2024 01:02 pm
    Samantha Paolino lit a candle and writes,
    The Paolino family sends all of their love and prayers, Claire was truly a gem and will be so missed.
    12/03/2024 01:52 pm
    Anne Limmina lit a candle and writes,
    We are so very sorry about Aunt Claire. She was a wonderful sweet woman who always had a smile on her face. We will miss her. Sending our love and prayers to all of the family. Rob and Anne.
    12/03/2024 11:57 pm
    Karen Campanella writes,
    We are so sorry to hear about “Claire-a-bells” passing. She was a big part of our family. May she rest in peace. Sending prayers and thoughts to her family. Love Karen & Paul Campanella and family .
    12/04/2024 08:39 am
    Michael Versace lit a candle and writes,
    Michael and Daniel Versace send our condolences and our love to our cousins and the Manerchia family, Peace.
    12/04/2024 08:49 am
    Nick Calvaresi lit a candle and writes,
    Rest In Peace Aunt Claire. You will remain in our hearts forever and never be forgotten. My condolences to the entire family as we all share in this heartbreaking loss of one so dear. God Bless You Aunt Claire.
    12/04/2024 09:33 am
    Joe and Mary Beth Limmina lit a candle and writes,
    Our deepest sympathies to Angelo, Jackie, Johnny and Michael, and their children and grandchildren, as well as to Claire’s brother, my father, Soddy. She was such a positive light in our lives, always supporting us and our children in every endeavor we undertook. She would be brutally honest if we were out of line, but always loved us and supported us unconditionally. She is irreplaceable and will be deeply missed by us all. RIP aunt Claire, Joey and Mary Beth Limmina
    12/04/2024 09:50 am
    Mary Beth Limmina lit a candle and writes,
    Warmest condolences on the loss of a wonderful woman who brought so much light and love to our lives. I will never forget the good care she took of my mom and the warmth and love she always offered to all of us. Prayers for strength, comfort and peace to her family and those she held dear, during this sad time and always. Love you Aunt Claire ❤️ Mary Beth.
    12/04/2024 10:01 am
    Robert Del Duca lit a candle and writes,
    Heartfelt condolences to Niki and the Manerchia family; I am forever grateful for the love and compassion she showed us when we needed it most. she made an un-bearable situation bearable... and I am a better person for having known her.... God bless and rest in peace sweet lady.
    12/04/2024 01:10 pm
    Andrew Krystopolski writes,
    I had the privilege of working with Mrs. M at the Salesianum School Faculty House Kitchen between '98-'00. She was a great cook and made every dish with TLC. She actually popped into my head the other day and then I read this today. I have fond memories of our time in the kitchen. May she rest in peace and rise in glory. Andrew K., Miami, FL
    12/05/2024 01:42 pm
    jimmy barone lit a candle and writes,
    Jack and all the Manerchia boys, really sorry for your loss. She was one of kind and you were so fortunate to have her as your mom.
    12/05/2024 07:51 pm
    Christina Lennick lit a candle and writes,
    We are so sorry for your loss. I will always cherish the beautiful memories and times spent with “Clairabell” on the beach talking about everything from homemade spaghetti, people and places. Also enjoyed being on speaker phone when John (her son) would call her to say “what’s up”, and she would report in of her fun days at Angelo’s pool with Jack and the gang. She was an amazing lady. Very blessed to have known her.
    12/06/2024 07:15 am
    donna DeCarlo writes,
    Angelo, So sorry to hear about your mothers passing. Alan and I are thinking about you and your family
    12/06/2024 10:19 am
    Sam Minutola writes,
    God is receiving a great lady, she's up there with her husband Jack who I grew up with from Marcus Hook, Pa l was their driver when they got married & I reunited with them thru our sons at IHM CHURCH she will be missed, Soddy, Rob, Joe sorry for your lost. Sam Minutola
    12/06/2024 11:47 am
    Darion Morrow writes,
    Blessings and Peace during this rough time. Deepest condolences to the family. With love, Darion and Sasha Morrow
    12/07/2024 12:23 pm
    Sue Weaver lit a candle and writes,
    I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. A great lady for sure. Sending thoughts and prayers😔❤️
    12/07/2024 01:04 pm
    The Petrucci Family lit a candle and writes,
    Manerchia Family & Uncle Soddy & Aunt Gen & Family: So sorry to hear of the loss of Aunt Clarine. She was one of the best.. Thoughts & Prayers to all during this difficult time.. Teresa, Mike & Sandy
    12/07/2024 02:35 pm
    mary o'neill writes,
    John, I remember the times your mom was our 8th grade lunch room mom and how she helped with our school favorite, hot dog days. I remember her with fondness. I hope your memories of her will give you comfort. -mary
    12/10/2024 11:14 pm

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