Upon the end of his Sr year, he was drafted by the Chicago White Sox and played in the minor league as a shortstop. His baseball career was short lived as he blew out his knee sliding into home base. After this, Manuel enlisted in the Airforce. He was stationed in Japan for 2 years. He met Beatrice, got married in1968 and had been married for 54 years. Manuel and Beatrice were members of the Pan American Golf Association. They traveled to many cities and states playing in golf tournaments. It was here he made a multitude of life long friends. Manuel worked for Albemarle Corporation for over 30 years.
He is survived by his wife, Beatrice Galindo, daughter Leatriz A.Gutierrez and grandson James H.J. Gutierrez. He is survived by his sisters Mary Lou Castillo and Benita Diotalevi, as well as many nieces and nephews.
A visitation with the family for Manuel will be held Thursday, February 2, 2023 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM followed by a rosary from 7:00 PM in the Hunters Creek Chapel at Earthman Funeral Directors, 8303 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77024
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