Seasonal & Holidays

Howell Dad 'Provides Me With Love, Support & Guidance'

Father's Day is the perfect time to give a big thanks to all the dads who put smiles on our faces. Howell, meet Mike Manna.

(Courtesy of Courtney Hanley)

HOWELL, NJ— Father's Day is the perfect time to give a big thanks to all the dads who put smiles on our faces. Howell, meet Mike Manna.

If you know a dad who sends sweet, silly or thoughtful texts your way, you’re pretty lucky. Texts from Dad have a way of putting a smile on our faces — and this Father’s Day, we’re celebrating the fathers behind the phones!

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to shine a light on awesome dads and the funny, insightful things they say. This submission comes from Courtney Hanley who nominated Mike Manna of Howell.

What makes your dad extra special?

My stepdad is one of the hardest-working men I know. He owns, operates and single-handedly runs his own fencing company while being a great stepdad to me and husband to my mom. He showed me by example what a dad should be by providing me with love, support and guidance. I am so lucky to have him in my life, he simply is the BEST!

Why do you feel your dad deserves the spotlight?

My stepdad deserves the spotlight because he is such a good person and father and is rarely recognized for just how amazing he is, so he definitely deserves this!!

Happy Father’s Day to Mike Manna, and thank you for all you do!

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Know an amazing dad who sends great texts? Nominate him here by June 15.

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