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Michael MANHART Obituary
Michael James (Mike):
Passed away peacefully at home with family at his side on Monday 9th March, aged 46 years. Dearly loved husband of Mary. Loved father of Elizabeth. Loved son of Jude and the late John Manhart. Loved son-in-law of the late Mike and Joan Swainson. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Richard, Vanessa, Janine, Louise, Malcolm, Richard and Janine. Loved uncle and great friend of Maya, Sam, Lisa, Jane, Annie, Rose, Odie, Sophia, Antonia and Louis. Loved friend, boss, confidant, comedian and anything else you asked of him to so many people. Thank you to Dr Anne O'Donnell and her team for taking such amazing care of Mike over so many years. Thank you to the staff at the Mary Potter Hospice, Hospice at Home team and the community district nurses who cared for Mike with such compassion. Special thanks to Marica and the staff and volunteers at Mary Potter Day Unit who provided support and laughter during his illness.
"If I make them laugh along the way – sue me"
David Brent (The Office)
In lieu of flowers, donations to Mary Potter Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the family may be left on Michael's tributes page at www.tributes.co.nz or posted c/- PO Box 7123, Wellington 6242. Mike's funeral service will be held at The Pines, 50 The Esplanade, Wellington, on Monday 16th March at 1.00pm, thereafter private cremation.
Memories and Condolences
for Michael MANHART
6 Entries
Marica Sevelj
March 19, 2020
Dear Mary, Elizabeth and extended family.
We are deeply saddened by the news of Mike's passing. He was an integral part of our Day Hospice group. We all looked forward to spending time with him each week. We remember his smile, his cheerful and positive attitude, and his sense of humour. Mike always had a kind word to say about everything and everyone. He was fun to be around. He loved getting stuck into all the art activities we were doing and he always surprised himself with what he created. Mike will always be remembered by each of us.
Love from Marica and all Mike's friends at Mary Potter Day Hospice.
Megan Meecham
March 14, 2020
Dear Judith, Louise, Janine, Richard, Mary and families,
Our heartfelt thoughts and deepest sympathy are with you all at this extremely sad time. Big hugs to you all.
With love,
Megan, Pete, Jackson and Grace
Kirk Reed
March 13, 2020
Thinking of you Mary and Elizabeth and the extended Manhart family. Mike will be missed.
Katherine Witchman
March 12, 2020
Dear Mary and Manhart Family.
Words just cant express our sadness at this time. We are so fortunate to have enjoyed Mike's company over the years, his calm, easy-going manner, great sense of humour and gentleness will be remembered with tears, but also laughter with some great memories of table tennis sessions, board games, great food and a spot of night fishing.
Much love from Kath, Tere, and Matthew xxx
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Anthony Green
March 12, 2020
Mary, I first met Mike and yourself back in 2001 through Tammy. Lot's of fun playing Cranium; at the Comedy Fest; or, fun antics at work functions. Lots of happy memories. Along came marriage and kids for us both, life happened and along the way we lost touch. However, we hold lovely memories of that time. Seeing recent photos of Elizabeth brought home how quickly the time has passed. Our thoughts are with you all. Love Ant & Tammy
Cath Lochead
March 12, 2020
Hello Mary, thank you for your phone call - what sad news. Mike was such an amazing and awesome person who was always laughing and smiling. We'll remember him with happiness. Big hugs to you and your daughter. Cath and Jase xx
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