Walter Mandel Rites

WEST HAVEN — The memorial service for Walter “Tad” Mandel, 85, who died Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012, was held Tuesday, Oct. 9, at St. Luke Episcopal Church in Fair Haven.

The Rev. Audrey Murdock officiated.

The organist was Aileen Durkee, soloist was Annie Dolber, and bagpiper was Francis Dechame.

Words of remembrance were by his sons, Michael and Robert Mandel.

Honorary bearers were members of West Haven Fire Department.

A reception followed at West Haven Community Center.

Arrangements were under the direction of the Durfee Funeral Home.