I think Manny was one of those guys who, once you met him, you considered him a friend. I have purchased many chips from Manny over a period of many years and I always loved corresponding with him. He usually gave me a really good deal as well.

Recently, I bought a bunch of Dominican chips from Torrey. When I asked, he told me he got them from Manny. That made me happy, so I wrote to Manny to let him know that these chips were special because they were his. Sadly, he never wrote back. I hope someone read it to him, anyway.

One more lost chipper I will miss. So long Manny!

Michael Siskin