Thomas Manuel, 76

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Thomas Manuel, 76, of North Adams died Wednesday, January 18, 2017, at Memorial Hospital in Savannah, Georgia.

He was born in North Adams on March 9, 1940, son of James and Freeda (Johani) Manuel. He attended local schools and graduated from the Drury High School. Tom graduated from Boston College and received his law degree from Boston University.

He was a longtime attorney serving the Northern Berkshire community until his retirement. He was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church. Tom was a talented artist and created many paintings and carvings. He especially enjoyed reading about religion and spending time with his family and friends.

Survivors include his wife, Tondra L. (Manson) Manuel, whom he married on June 14, 1964; three sons, Robert L. Manuel and his wife Wilmara of Carmel, Ind., Jack Manuel and his wife Jessica of Tampa, Fla., and Thomas R. "Chip" Manuel and his wife Kayla of Midway, Ga.; five grandchildren, Sophia, Alexandra, Margaux, Christian and James; his mother-in-law, Elsie (Duprey) Manson; his brother-in-law, Richard Manson; and nieces and nephews.

His son, James T. Manuel, died March 16, 1995, and three brothers are deceased, including James, Robert and Ernest.

Funeral notice: The funeral for Thomas Manuel will be Saturday, January 28, 2017, at 11 a.m. at All Saints Episcopal Church. Burial will be at a later date.  

Calling hours are Friday, January 27, 2016, from 4-7 p.m. at Flynn & Dagnoli-Montagna Home for Funerals, West Chapel, 521 Main St., North Adams. Memorial donations may be made to All Saints Church in care of the funeral home.