Martha A. Manilla

Martha A. Manilla, of Skaneateles, died on Monday, Sept. 26, 2016. She was predeceased by her parents James and Mary and a loving brother Paul Manilla (Dorothy). She is survived by John H. Manilla (Marty) of Skaneateles and Dr. S. James Manilla of Tucson, AZ., eight nieces and nephews and was the loving great-aunt to 19 grand-nieces and nephews.
Martha was retired from the New York Telephone Company and was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America and St. Mary’s of the Lake Church, Skaneateles.
Martha had a strong love for family and spent her life dedicated to their well-being. She had an unconditional love for the people close to her and a great loyalty to her family, community and country. “Her love of gardening reflected the beauty of her soul.” Services will be private with a burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Skaneateles.
In lieu of flowers donations in her name can be made to St. Mary’s of the Lake Church or SAVES in Skaneateles, NY.
A special note of thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff on 4 North at Crouse Hospital.  To send condolences visit: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.