Where do I begin?  I was born, , and baptized with Manda and Herbie cuddling me in their arms, ..my Godparents.  Manda , through the years, became my second mother, especially of late.  Manda was always available , always encouraging me with confidence, courage, and strength,  which I did not know I had.  Manda would always say, " You can do this, kid!"  But not only did she encourage my maturity,  Manda demanded it.  Manda supported my efforts to become a professional, to achieve higher standards. Most of all, Manda loved me for who I am.  We shared many laughs, many tears, and many sorrows.  Manda and I developed a trust.  She often said , " You are the daughter I never had."  
How can I say goodbye?
  Because I know that she is part of me, in my thoughts, in my spirit,  on my mind every day. 
Grieving is the Sequel to Loving .....
I know that my Manda is guiding me each and every day, still.  
We will embrace each other again.

Aunt Manda was so much more than an aunt. She was a sister to Renate and a second mother to Karen and I. We treasured our annual visits to Florida on our way to the Keys every year. She made sure she always had gluten free blueberry muffins hot and waiting for us. She was always so thoughtful! Our kids, Douglas and Taylor, loved going to Shelter Island every summer for a week vacation with Aunt Manda and Uncle Herbie. Manda always made sure the kids had craft time and little projects every day and fed the birds and deer by hand! We loved doing over nights with them at Shelter Island. We got to meet all of the neighbors. Teddy and Mary were always there too! It was a lot of fun! Great food and wine and wonderful family! She will be missed by all especially our family! We love you greatly Manda and always will!
Love Peter and Karen aunt. She was a sister to Renate and a second mother to Karen and I. We treasured our annual visits to Florida on our way to the Keys every year. She made sure she always had gluten free blueberry muffins hot and waiting for us. She was always so thoughtful! Our kids, Douglas and Taylor, loved going to Shelter Island every summer for a week vacation with Aunt Manda and Uncle Herbie. Manda always made sure the kids had craft time and little projects every day and fed the birds and deer by hand! We loved doing over nights with them at Shelter Island. We got to meet all of the neighbors. Teddy and Mary were always there too! It was a lot of fun! Great food and wine and wonderful family! She will be missed by all especially our family! We love you greatly Manda and always will!
Love Peter and Karen

Aunt Manda was so much more than an aunt. She was a sister to Renate and a second mother to Karen and I. We treasured our annual visits to Florida on our way to the Keys every year. She made sure she always had gluten free blueberry muffins hot and waiting for us. She was always so thoughtful! Our kids, Douglas and Taylor, loved going to Shelter Island every summer for a week vacation with Aunt Manda and Uncle Herbie. Manda always made sure the kids had craft time and little projects every day and fed the birds and deer by hand! We loved doing over nights with them at Shelter Island. We got to meet all of the neighbors. Teddy and Mary were always there too! It was a lot of fun! Great food and wine and wonderful family! She will be missed by all especially our family! We love you greatly Manda and always will!
Love Peter and Karen

Dear Manda
In the short time I have known you here in Florida I always looked forward to spending time with you. I enjoyed your humor and outlook on life.
Rest in peace dear Manda.
Celia Pedersen

Dear Manda
In the short time I enjoyed your company here in Florida I grew to enjoy your sense of humor and outlook on life. Always looked forward to our chats. Rest in peace dear Manda. Celia Pedersen

Our deepest sympathy  to the Holzmann family.  We will miss Manda greatly.  When ever  we saw Manda she always had a smile on her face and had a great sense of humor even when she was in pain.  We were always welcome in her home with love, open arms, was a good listener and was the best hostess.  Cooking and baking all the time.  We will miss her dearly.  
Much love,
Bob and Holly Wrase and family

My sympathy to all   Manda was more than a friend to me I loved our trips to Aruba and always looked forward to our visits.  I miss her and love her always.      Her Freind Rita Hein

To Herbie, Ted/Mary, Gary/Elizabeth, Kristen, Sarah/Stav, Julianna, Jamie & Patrick (her aid) ~ Our deepest sympathy. On reflecting on the over forty years knowing Manda Holzmann, my memories of a happy mother at her son Ted's wedding to my sister Mary.  And a new grandmother with a warm smile as I tranferred her sweet granddaughter, Kristen  into her arms. Manda and I help babysit Kristen when her mom, Mary went back to work.  Manda was a cheerful person whether at her home or at the Delma. She used every minute, always being productive organizing her things like kitchen utensils or craftfully covering a box or something she could use. So she got me cover some boxes for my family's Christmas CDs & other things.  She will be greatly missed but she will always live on in our hearts and the stories we tell of her.  Rest in Peace your suffering  days are over, Manda you were a good trouper! God carry you & your family.  Love Laura Cook McDonnell

Manda and Herb were my next-door neighbors for many years on Shelter Island; they welcomed me with many kindnesses when I first moved in and were always so fun to be around.  Manda was a great cook of German cuisine--and frequently included me in their get-togethers.  Funny, caring and warm, Manda was everything you would hope for in a neighbor.  We haven't talked much in the last few years but I will cherish my time spent with this wonderful woman and her charming Herb.  God bless you, Manda!

OBITUARY

Manda Margareth Holzmann

March 29, 1935 – October 27, 2025

Aycock-Riverside Funeral and Cremation Center

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