In loving memory of our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother Barbara L. Manista born 11/10/32 - 01/05/2024, age 91. Born in Sharon PA and moved to Scottsdale, AZ in 1960.
Preceded in death by her husband Robert R Manista 10/16/2010 - (married 58 years) and her oldest son Robert R Manista, Jr. 01/16/2011.
Barbara is survived by her 5 children, Donna Petello, Tom Manista, Ed Manista, Mary Ashcraft and Diana Covington, 9 grandkids, 12 great grandkids and 1 great great grandchild.
Barbara worked as an Account Manager for Sears for 21 years before retiring. Family was the center of her life. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. The family invites all of Barbara's friends to come and celebrate her life with them on January 30, 2024 at Green Acres Mortuary 401 N Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, Arizona 85257. Viewing from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. with a graveside service at 12:00 with food and beverages following.
