Dr. Manuel A. Mena, 79, of Oswego, passed on December 5, 2020.

Born in Manhattan, he was the son of the late Manuel and Harriet (Sanchez) Mena.

Dr. Mena was a veteran who proudly served our country from 1961-1964 in the US Army.

A well-known and respected professor of Business Administration, Dr. Mena first attended NYU where earned his B.S. in 1969.  He then earned his M.S. in 1971 and his Ph.D. in 1975, both from Cornell University. His teaching career began at Cornell University, where he taught undergraduate courses from 1973-1974.  He moved his family to Oswego and from 1974-2000 Dr. Mena taught at SUNY Oswego in the School of Business, beginning in the newly formed business department.

Dr. Mena enjoyed many years teaching Sunday School and his passions included his church, his family, teaching, and his many dogs.  He loved boating, reading, and enjoying the wildlife and tranquility of his home in the country.

Dr. Mena is survived by his loving wife Patricia, their children, Catherine Michelle Mena and Eric Alexander Mena, and his grandchildren Roman and Parker.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, December 11 from Two to Four O'clock at Nelson Funeral Home, 11 West Albany Street. Masks are required and social distancing guidelines will be followed.

Dr. Mena Funeral Service can be watched here: https://youtu.be/_mcqlUKaGhU