William "Billy from So. Philly"` Manuella Obituary (1938

William Manuella "Billy from So. Philly", passed away peacefully on September 16, 2020 at home with his family by his side. He was born on December 24, 1938 to William and Eleanor (nee: Carbonaro) and was raised in Philadelphia. His upbringing was from a traditional Italian home enjoying many Sunday and Holiday dinners and gatherings and listening to the sounds artists like Frank Sinatra and Frankie Valle. Billy enjoyed walking through his neighborhood and socializing, always greeting you with his trademark singing. He was the owner operator of "So. Philly Home Remodeling" along side him in business was his sons, together they had a reputation for excellence and perfection. He was an avid Philadelphia sports fan and introduced his love for the eagle and Flyers to his family especially his daughter. Also, in his younger years Bill was a coach for the Sabers 10-12 league. He enjoyed playing cards, boxing and spending weekends in Atlantic City with his best friend and wife of 51 years to Barbara (nee: Curcio) He will also be sadly missed by his loving children; Bill (Flossy) Manuella, Karen (late Denis) McKeefrey, David Manuella, Marc (Ann) Manuella, Jonathan (Tracy) Manuella and Michele (Joe) Fabrizzio. Dearest pop pop 11 grand and 7 great grandchildren. Brother of Rosalie (Vince) DiBerardo and the late John "Jonny Bonds" Carbonaro. He is also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to his visitation on Tuesday morning from 9:30-10:30am at Stella Maris Church, 10th & Bigler Sts. Funeral Mass to follow 10:30am. Burial private. Cemetery Burial will be private PAUS Visitation for Relatives and friends Tuesday, September 22, 2020 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Stella Maris Chursh 2901 S. 10th Street Philadelphia PA 19148 US Funeral Mass Tuesday, September 22, 2020 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Stella Maris Chursh 2901 S. 10th Street Philadelphia PA 19148 US Funeral Home Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home, PC. 2237-41 South Third St. Philadelphia PA - 19148 US (215) 334-1578