Pastor Manny was the truest definition of a pastor. He was loved and gave love to all those in need. For me personally he was a like a father, he provided the love and direction I needed in my formative years. He baptized my husband and I, married us, dedicated our children, and gave us much needed counsel for two decades. I am eternally grateful for the time I had with him, the wisdom he imparted in me and the profund impact he had on my life and my families life.  

My condolences to the family . Thank you all for sharing your dad, grandfather, uncle, and your husband to us all.  Pastor Manny thank you sir for being a friend a mentor and then a pastor.  You have placed so many good memories in my heart and mind thank you for all your wisdom that you share with me that God has blessed you with.   The VA hospital definitely could have used you there as a psychiatrist for us veterans . You were there for me during the my dark moments of PTSD not knowing that's what I was going through.  We spend many vacations together and meals with you and sister Mona Family function ,  The neat thing about you guys you did not have any favorites you loved us all . You had so much good input in my life that I shared it with my children, friends and family.  They all know you because of what I shared about what I learned thank you sir.  I have a broken voice in my heart to say that I'm going to miss you good times that we all had you were like a Big Brother to me,  then a mentor and also a pastor.   I got the best from the best. You've had good solutions for me and made me realize that nothing was wrong with my life ,you had always gave me the right answers for all my solutions. Don't forget to order breakfast for both of us , I already know you're going to have bone in ham, eggs, hash browns , toast ,and coffee.  I miss those  Good old times.   


Pastor manny, also my cousin, shared a huge part of my life as it is today. Pastor Manny and Mona walked into my life on July 11th 1982, introduced me to Jesus, my life is not been the same but only better. I truly believe that if that had not happened on that day I would not be here today, my life was spiraling out of control and with no God in my life. I am so grateful to Pastor Manny and Mona for taking me and my small family under their wings and guiding us. He was and always will be a loving man reaching out to everyone. His arms were never too short to hold and never too weak to hug even the unhuggable. He was truly a man of God and will be missed so much. But he leaves a legacy today on the attributes of Christ and teaching us that God always gives us another chance. I loved in this family, and loved him so much as my pastor. You are such a guiding light for my mom and dad to find Christ, and then you came back and helped me find him. When people say that you were Christ like, in every way you had God's heart. You always looked after everybody and you always loved everybody and you never touched anyone and I think you so much for being a huge part of my life with my son's life and now my grandson's life. You big celebration in Paradise has taken place we will see you again soon!

My condolences to your family, I pray for your family in this time of loss. Manny is with his heavenly father now at peace and living life. May the Lord comfort the family at this time in his arms and heart.
Love you always 
Emelia Martinez

Forever my father in the gospel! Firstlady  and pastor Lee Center of Hope community Church.

The children out numbered the adults back then. Pastor had an impact all these kids who are now young adults. 

Pastor Manny was an amazing, Godly man. I loved to see him light up when he would see family after family coming through Sanctuary of Praise doors. He would smile ear to ear when children greeted him. My family has many fond memories of Pastor Manny and he will be greatly missed. See photo drop of just some of these memories. 

I love this photo because it reminds me of the peace and tranquillity I felt being around my tata. He is such a kind and gentle soul with the loving heart of God. Please read my story honoring my tata and the legacy he left behind: https://lydiarobles.com/blog/f/the-fragile-mosaic-of-life

I love this photo because it reminds me of the peace and tranquillity I always felt around my tata. He is such a kind and gentle soul with the heart of God.

My story honoring my tata and the legacy he left with us: https://lydiarobles.com/blog/f/the-fragile-mosaic-of-life



We are so sad to hear Manny’s passing but we know that his reward is being in the presence of the lord! He help so many people we are praying for the family God bless you. Danny & Vivian Rincon P.S we love you Mona!!

You will be missed but not forgotten, you have left behind words of wisdom, love , compassion and grace which will forever be  embedded in our ♥️ and a harvest of the seeds you planted for God’s Kingdom. We’ll done good and faithful servant, your race is complete!

OBITUARY

Manuel Saenz

July 21, 1940 – May 14, 2022

Greenwood Memory Lawn Mortuary & Cemetery

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