Ryan R. Manu

Ryan Richard Manu, 2, of Rutland gained his wings on Friday, May 12, 2017. Ryan's papa Ric, who pre deceased him, was waiting for him with open arms. Ryan was also pre deceased by his paternal grandfather, Paul.  Ryan is survived by his parents Edmund Manu and Danielle John; his siblings who were his very best friends, Hailey and Sean; his maternal grandmother, Norma John and paternal grandmother, Esther Mensah; many loving cousins as well as aunts and uncles.  Ryan's time here with us was filled with love and laughter, and lots of baby kisses. He started each morning with his grandmother, saying "thank you, Jesus". At just two years old, Ryan knew that each day is a gift from God.  Ryan and his brother Sean were inseparable from the moment Ryan learned to walk.  They played endlessly with cars and power rangers. His sister Hailey never missed a chance to give him cuddles and kisses. From the minute he was born, he was an angel on earth, the purest definition of love. Ryan brought so much love and joy to his parents hearts. He will forever be remembered and missed by all who knew him.  "You fly with the angels and dance with the stars and there you'll remain till I'm where you are" Calling hours will be held on Thursday, May 18, 2017 from 4p.m. until 7p.m. at Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester.  He Funeral Mass services will be held Friday, May 19, at 10 a.m. in St Joan of Arc Parish at 570 Lincoln Street.  Interment will follow in Notre Dame Cemetery.