MARCELLA “MARGIE” MANCHA
MARCELLA “MARGIE” MANCHA

She was born on July 24, 1954, to Anastasio Hernandez and Anita Navarro in Bernardo. On March 21, 1980, she married Juan Mancha Sr.
Margie’s love for children was well known in the community as she was a devoted caretaker and Nanny to many for over 20 years. In her early years she was a Nurse’s Aide and Housekeeper for Dr. Marburger for over 10 years.
She was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church.
Margie’s greatest joy was her Family. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great- grandmother and aunt with a beautiful soul who would help anyone. She was her family’s biggest supporter and fan and attended countless sporting events, award ceremonies, and school programs. There was nothing that would prevent her from cheering on her family.
Margie enjoyed spending her free time going to garage sales and shopping at the local thrift stores. She also enjoyed going to dances, playing bingo, and going to the movies. She looked forward to attending the annual church picnics and carnivals.
Margie is survived by her husband Juan Mancha Sr.; daughter, Jessica Reyes; sons, Rocky Mancha and wife Rose Mancha, Tony Mancha Jr, and Marcus Mancha; grandchildren, Romeo Marquez, Faith Guajardo, Selena Monreal, Gabriela Monreal, and Braylon Mancha; sisters, Josie Rios and Janie Dempsey; as well as numerous great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Cristina Mancha, siblings, Betty Ann Reyes and Phillip Buster Reyes.
Margie will be remembered for her kindness, devotion to her family, and playful spirit. She has touched the hearts of many and will forever live on in their memories.
A visitation was held on Friday, Feb. 14, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Henneke Funeral Home in Columbus. A rosary followed at 7:00 p.m.
A funeral service was held on Saturday, Feb. 15, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Columbus with Fr. James Dvorak officiating. Another visitation at church was held from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. The burial followed at St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Joseph Paul Rios, Max Navarro, Lio Espinoza, Dean Linkhart, Kyle Gonzales, and Romeo Marquez. Honorary Pallbearers were Braylon Mancha and Nathan Linkhart.
Floral arrangements can be sent to Henneke Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be given at www.hennekefuneralhome. com.