Message from Scott Jakubenas

So sorry for your loss he was a great man and dear friend

Message from MR. & MRS. RON SAENZ

WE ARE VERY SADDENED TO HEAR OF MANUEL'S PASSING , HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND OF OURS AS WELL AS MY FATHER ALFONSO GOING BACK TO THE 1973 WHEN HE FIRST OPENED UP ON MAIN ST. IN THE HARBOR ! HE WAS ALWAYS A PLEASURE TO BE AROUND AND ALWAYS WELCOMED YOU WITH OPEN ARMS ! HE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED BY THE EAST CHICAGO COMMUNITY , FOR HE WAS AN EAST CHICAGO ICON THAT WILL NEVER BE REPLACED ! CONDOLENCES TO ALL THE FAMILY, AND MAY HE REST IN ETERNAL PEACE , AMEN !

A candle was lit by RON SAENZ on September 24, 2017 9:35 PM

A candle was lit by Sophia Ibarra on September 15, 2017 10:54 AM

Message from Jesus A Gonzalez and Family

Condolences to the entire family. His smile and kindness will be missed. RIP Manuel.

A candle was lit by Jesus A Gonzalez on September 14, 2017 4:31 PM

A candle was lit by Catarino Salazar, Sr. & Margie Salazar on September 13, 2017 10:33 PM

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Liz & Eddie, Patty, Victor & Carolyn, Family & Manuels Dear Friends,
Our sincere condolences to all of you at the loss of your Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather and Dear friend to many. Sr. Manuel will be remembered as a very special man who built a first class Mexican grocery store and also the most elegant restaurant/banquet hall in Northwest Indiana. Our family made beautiful memories at Casa Blanca from weddings, baby showers, Christening and our parents 40th Wedding Anniversary. We thank you for welcoming us with your gracious service, your wonderful smile and the best Margaritas ever. Rest in peace and may God's perpetual light forever shine upon you. Respectfully yours, The Salazar Family ⚘

Message from Carlos O. Aburto

Don Manuel, will be remembered as man of great kindness and generosity. Although l had the pleasure of meeting your father many many years ago, it is as a firefighter of 28 years for the City of East Chicago, that he will best be remembered. He has always been a great friend too us firefighters and was always quick to recognize and support us.
On behalf of myself and the entire Aburto Family,
Our most sincere condolences on your great loss.

Carlos O. Aburto
District Chief
East Chicago Fire Department

Expression of Sympathy

A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent on September 13, 2017

To the family of Manuel Tellez, we are thinking of you. Wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow and comfort in the midst of pain. With deepest sympathy, the Keilman family.

Expression of Sympathy

A GARDEN PATH was sent on September 13, 2017

From your family at Jr. Irish, our deepest sympathies. Jr. Irish Soccer Club.

Message from Maria E. Villarreal (Tina Cantu)

Liz, my deepest condolences to you and your family... may God gives you strength during the most difficult upcoming days... sending you tight hugs all the way from Texas... I'm sorry I can't be there in person... your father was my very first boss here in the United States, him and your family always held a special place of loyalty in my heart... I am here for you if you need to talk... take care and may your daddy RIP....

A candle was lit by Maria E. Villarreal (Tina Cantu)... may he RIP.... on September 13, 2017 9:58 AM

A candle was lit by Lisette Herrera on September 12, 2017 10:34 PM

Message from Familia Paulino Herrera

Nuestro mas sentido pesame por la perdida de un amigo, padrino, compadre , un gran patron y Nino para nuestros hijos. Siempre estara en nuestras oraciones. Que dios les de fuerza y consuelo .

A candle was lit by Mauro & Christine Gonzalez on September 12, 2017 10:27 PM

A candle was lit by Irene Ruiz on September 12, 2017 8:29 PM

A candle was lit by Oscar & Gina Rincon on September 12, 2017 5:44 PM

Message from Anita Reynoso

We did spend many times there together drinking, also all the Soccer game , the dances may you RIP, my condolences to all of you

A candle was lit by Becky Coy & Hugo Garcia on September 12, 2017 5:07 PM

A candle was lit by Rogelio & Margarita Rodriguez on September 12, 2017 4:59 PM

A candle was lit by Rose Chapa and family. on September 12, 2017 3:35 PM

A candle was lit by Kyann murday on September 12, 2017 12:44 PM

Message from Jeanine E Bzdyl

I've been going to his restaurant for over 35 years. Rest in peace Manuel...you will be missed deeply.

A candle was lit by Bautista-DelReal Family on September 12, 2017 9:58 AM

Message from Bautista-Delreal Family

East Chicago will never be the same without seeing Manuel walking in his white outfits.. He will be dearly missed. RIP

A candle was lit by Ferdinando Perez Rockwall, Texas on September 12, 2017 2:25 AM

A candle was lit by Ronnie Alonzo and family on September 11, 2017 11:25 PM

A candle was lit by Laura Mata on September 11, 2017 10:30 PM

A candle was lit by Alicia Suarez on September 11, 2017 7:26 PM

A candle was lit by Alicia Suarez on September 11, 2017 7:20 PM

A candle was lit by ROGELIO ZEPEDA JR on September 11, 2017 6:57 PM

A candle was lit by ROGELIO ZEPEDA JR on September 11, 2017 6:25 PM

Message from Princella Askew

Sincere sympathy to you and your family in the loss of one some dear.

Princella Williams Askew & Family
East Chicago

Message from Roberto & Rosalinda Martinez

Our Deepest Sympathy to the Tellez Family.

A candle was lit by Roberto & Rosalinda Martinez on September 11, 2017 5:19 PM

A candle was lit by Maggie & Jessica Reyes on September 11, 2017 2:34 PM

Message from George&Hilda Pabey

So sorry to hear of Doñ Manuel's passing! He was a very special friend and we will always have beautiful memories of him! Our prayers to all the family. May the Lord Bless you all and shower you with his blessings of comfort strength and peace!!

Message from Angelica Castaneda

I'm Angelica Castaneda, daughter of Juanita and Jamie Huerta. I've known Manuel for many, many...years. He was my amazing dancing partner every New Year's eve at the Casablanca Restaurant. To us he was like family. My little girls love him so much as well my family and myself. He always treated us like family as well. I want to send my condolences to all of you and I'm praying for all of you. I'm so sorry for the loss of Manuel. I saw him at the hospital a little before he passed away and I said some words that gave me comfort to know that hopefully he heard me. Prayers to all.......

A candle was lit by Angelica Castaneda on September 11, 2017 10:35 AM

A candle was lit by Familia Carlos Perez on September 11, 2017 10:24 AM

A candle was lit by Cynthia Ibarra on September 11, 2017 8:45 AM

A candle was lit by Bobbie Gonzalez on September 11, 2017 7:36 AM