BARCELO, Manuel Mason

The Arizona Republic, Phoenix, Arizona Sunday, July 6, 2003 Manuel M. Barcelo, 77, of Mesa Az, passed away peacefully in the comforts of his own home on Monday, June 30, 2003. His endless love and dedication to his family; the way he lived his life with courage, strength, compassion and a great sense of humor will remain an inspiration to all that knew and loved him. He served in the United States Army, a proud Veteran of WW II and a P.O.W. Manuel is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Esparanza (Baltierra) Barcelo; 5 children, Robert (Mary) Barcelo, Rudy (Roseann) Barcelo, Laura (Joe) Quinones, Arthur (Sonia) Barcelo and Sophia Barcelo. Also survived by 13 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; brothers, Beto Barcelo and Angel Barcelo; sisters, Irma Romero and Romie Martinez. Viewing will be held Sunday, July 6th, from 6-8pm with Rosary 7pm Meldrum Mortuary Chapel, 52 N. MacDonald, Mesa. Mass will be held Monday July 7th, 9:30am at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 141 N. Macdonald, Mesa. Burial at Mesa Cemetery following.