Monteiro- It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Manuel Monteiro on February 8, 2026. Manny was born in the Azores and immigrated to Canada as a child with his parents and siblings, eventually settling in Strathroy, Ontario. In 1971, he married Dianne Swartz, with whom he spent 44 years and raised three children. Starting out as a plumber, Manny began working at Polysar not long after making Corunna home. An avid sports fan, he loved to spend his summer nights cheering on the Jays and his winter evenings cursing the Leafs. Soccer, however, was his first love. He was a vital member of the Corunna soccer community in its early years, wearing many hats: coach, referee and convener. If you grew up in Corunna in the 80s, you most definitely had Manny as a coach at least once. In more recent years, you could find him enjoying a coffee and a muffin at the local Timmies. Either with his grandson or his church friends, Manny didn’t miss a day without a double double and a pastry. Although not the most socialable guy, if you got him on the right topic – history, geography, Portugal – he could talk your ear off for hours. Manny is predeceased by his wife, Dianne (2016) and his parents, Manuel (2002) and Jacinta (2024). He is survived by his children Aletha, Mark (Morgan) and Adam (Ashley) and eight granchildren: Xavier, Vanessa, Keeley, Sloane, Jaxon, Easton, Linkon and Frankie. Manny also leaves behind his siblings: Maria (Joe), John (Lynn) and Liz (Mark) and several nieces, nephews and in-laws. He will also be missed by the many friends he had at St. Joseph’s Parish, especially, Colette Kosco. Friends will be received at Knight Funeral Home, 588 St. Clair Parkway, Corunna on Tuesday February 17, 2026 from 11am-12:30pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 1:00 p.m. and will be celebrated by Fr. Ray Lawhead at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Corunna. Interment will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Corunna. As expressions of sympathy, friends who wish may send memorial donations to Noelle’s Gift or to the charity of one’s choice. Messages and condolences may be left online at www.knightfuneralhome.ca Knight 519-862-2845
Manuel “Manny” Monteiro
Visitation Information
Tuesday February 17, 2026 from 11 a.m to 12:30 p.m.
Donations
Noelle's Gift Charity of One's Choice
Funeral Date
Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph's Church, Corunna on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 1 p.m.
18 thoughts on “Manuel “Manny” Monteiro”
Aletha, Mark, Adam and their families. I am so sorry to hear of Manny’s passing. I have many memories of your parents. They were always friendly and wonderful neighbours. I have had many conversations with Manny while he was outside working on his lawn. He always had the best lawn in the neighbourhood. I will miss him. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Manny rest in peace with Diane now.
Adam, I was very saddened to hear of your father’s passing. Growing up playing baseball together, I remember how often he was there, always kind, encouraging, and genuinely engaged. He was someone whose brief, soft-spoken comments we always appreciated hearing, whether it was about the Blue Jays or our own games, and his presence meant a great deal.
Please accept my sincere condolences. I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
To all the Monteios my deepest condolences to you all. Your Manny was so special to any who knew him. Remembering Diane and my self at out Bingo outings . With him lots of laughs and lots of treats . Man enjoyed anything he did. Loved his family and missed the love of his life Diane. Rest in peace my friend
To the entire Monteiro family. My condolences for Manny’s family. Over the years I attended many birthdays at Adam and Ashley’s house. Manny was a perfect gentleman and loved his family dearly. May you rest in peace.
Pork Chop, (Aletha, Adam and the entire family) I don’t even know where to begin because there really aren’t words that feel big enough for a loss like this. My heart absolutely breaks for you. Pork Chop I keep thinking about how much you loved him and how proud he was of you. That kind of love doesn’t disappear. It stays woven into everything — your memories, your habits, your strength. I know this pain must feel overwhelming right now, and it’s okay if it does. Losing your Dad (and as you said a few days – you have no parents left) leaves a space that nothing else can quite fill. Your dad helped shape the person I call one of my best friends, and for that alone I am grateful to him. He clearly raised someone strong, kind, loyal, and full of heart. That says so much about the kind of father he was. Take all the time you need to grieve in whatever way feels right. Always here for you anytime. Love you Buddy
Best brother in law and uncle to my son than I could ask for. I will never forget how he comforted me when my father passed
Mark, Aletha and Adam please know how much I loved him and all of you
Wanted to pass along my sincere condolences to Adam and Ashley, and to Mark, Aletha and everyone in the family. Manny was a great guy. I always enjoyed seeing him and talking to him at family gatherings. I know he was loved very much and that he will be missed.
Adam and family sorry to see Manny had passed. Lots of conversations with him at the ball park when you played
Seahawk baseball. Gods blessings to your family.
Adam, Mark and Aletha. So sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad (Manny). We remember your Dad and Mom as the best supporters of the baseball teams that the boys (Adam, Brian, Craig and many more) played on over the years. Enjoy your special memories of your Dad. Thinking of you and all of your Families at this sad and difficult time.
It would be hard to find a better workmate at Polysar. Very friendly and hardworking man. He was a great asset to the workforce there. We all extend our deepest condolences to his family.
As a soccer player and referee in Corunna in the 1980s/90s, I looked up to Mr. Monteiro a great deal. He was a kind, patient and skilled coach. His love for the game was unmatched. I remember the tricks he could do with the ball that no one else could quite master. He left his mark on countless young soccer players in town, not to mention elsewhere, through his involvement at St. Joseph’s and elsewhere. Sincere prayers and best wishes to his family. Corunna lost a local legend. Mr. Monteiro was truly one of a kind.
Deepest condolences in your grief.
We knew Manny as a very kind and gentle man. He loved and missed his wife, and faithfully tended her grave. He had tremendous faith and frequently attended mass at St. Joe’s. He had there a circle of friends that included our sister, Rosemary, who cherished his friendship and their shared love of coffee.
Our condolences to Manny’s family and friends, and those who’s lives he touched.
Manny was a sweet man. At Tim hortons he would always walk in with a smile. If I was dancing on the other side of the counter I would say ” Manny dance with me” he would then walk in dancing. He enjoyed his small coffee with 2 cream and 2 sweetener and his farmer wrap with no sauce. Some times he would forget what he ordered but we said we always got you Manny. He will be very much missed amd his passing has put an empty part in our hearts. He has left many wonderful memories behind. Love always
Sue xoxo
Our deepest condolences to Maria and all the family . May the good Lord comfort you in the days ahead , guide you with strength in your everyday life . Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time
Our sincere sympathy to the Monteiro family as you mourn the loss of Manny.
“The world is diminished because he is gone…but it is still a better place because he was here”.
Joe & Diane DaPonte, Strathroy
Aletha, Mark and Adam … my sincere condolences on the loss of your father. I fondly remember both your Mom and Dad when I was at Fr. G. LaBelle school.🕊️
Mark and Family
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your dad, sending my condolences to you and your family.