Anthony Joseph Manuele Jr. Obituary

We bid farewell to Anthony Joseph Manuele Jr. of Chatham, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 12, 2024 at the age of 70. Anthony Joseph touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Anthony Joseph Sr. and Margaret Manuele (Million). He is survived by: his wife Lois Cress; his children, Adrienne Osburn (Van) of Rochester, Katie Starkey (Jake) of Springfield, Jacob Manuele (Christen) of Scarborough, ME and Joe Manuele (Pauline) of Arkansas, KS; and his siblings, Peter Manuele of Eugene, OR, Marie Gavigan of Kaneohe, HI and James Manuele of Edmond, OK. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, December 17th 2024 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Staab Funeral Home - Springfield (1109 S 5th St, Springfield, IL 62703). A funeral Mass was held on Wednesday, December 18th 2024 at 10:30 AM at the Christ the King Church (1930 Barberry Dr, Springfield, IL 62704).

Memorial contributions may be made to Land of Lincoln Honor Flight.