Obituary of Georgeann Mandato

Georgeann Mandato, 89, of Manalapan passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at Pine Brook Care Center, Manalapan. Born in the Bronx, she was raised and lived most of her life in Brooklyn before moving to Manalapan in 2011. She belonged to Sons of Italy and was an active member at Covered Bridge, Manalapan. Besides cheering for the New York Yankees, Georgeann enjoyed cooking, hosting holiday meals and spending time with her many friends and cherished family. Her greatest joy came from seeing her grandchildren and great-grandchildren born, watching them grow and being a part of their many accomplishments. She was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Mandato in 1987 and son-in-law, Richard Anello in 2009. Georgeann is survived by her daughters, Maureen Anello of Florham Park and Lorraine Mandato of Long Island; her son, Artie Mandato and his wife, Anita of Manalapan; five grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and her twin sister, Marie Caltagirone of Boca Raton, FL. Visitation will be held at the Clayton & McGirr Funeral Home, 100 Elton-Adelphia Road (Route 524) Freehold Township on Sunday, September 11, 2016 from 1:00 to 3:00 & 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Relatives and friends are invited to gather at the funeral home on Monday, September 12, 2016 at 9:00 AM for procession to her 10:00 AM Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 58 Main Street, Englishtown. Interment will be private. For those who desire, memorial contributions in Georgeann's name may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, PO Box 758517 Topeka, KS 66675. For information, directions or condolence messages to the family, visit www.claytonfuneralhome.com.