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Obituary For Patricia "Pat" H. Manning

Patricia “Pat” Evangeline Haltiwanger Manning, 73, peacefully transitioned to be with the Lord on May 13, 2020 in Maryland. She was born to the union of the late Samuel Haltiwanger and the late Mable (Borum) Haltiwanger in Newport News, Virginia into a family of four boys and seven girls. She was reared in Newport News by her parents, where she received her formal education at the Booker T. Washington Elementary School and graduated from Huntington High School in 1964. Having a desire to further her education, she attended Nursing School at Morgan State University where she met her husband, Bernie Manning. She graduated as a registered nurse in 1967.

On August 26, 1967, Pat, as she was affectionately called, was joined in holy matrimony with the love of her life, the late Reverend Dr. Bernie Manning. From this union, they were blessed with three lovely daughters, Tatonya, Monique and Tamara.

When Pat and Bernie started their lives together, they resided in York, Pennsylvania. This is where Pat began her career as a registered nurse. In the late 1960s, she worked briefly as a registered nurse at Pleasant Acres Nursing Home in York. Pat and her family then moved to Harrisburg, PA, where she continued her nursing career in the Harrisburg School District. She was a school nurse there for many years. She was a loving and devoted mother and wife and when her husband, Bernie received a job opportunity in Pittsburgh, PA, the family relocated. Pat then became a school nurse in the Pittsburgh City School District.

Having a desire for lifelong learning, Pat decided to continue her nursing education and became a Nurse Practitioner. She loved comforting families who had lost loved ones and this led her to study at Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science, where she became a licensed mortician.

Pat’s parents reared her in the Newport News Gospel Spreading Church of God, founded by the late Elder Solomon and Mary Eliza Michaux. At age 4, Pat started attending Sunday School, taken by her older sister, Mable. From Sunday School, she went on to be active in all church activities: Sunday service, Junior Choir, Purity Club and Young People’s Union. Pat continued with her serving spirit throughout her lifetime. When her husband was called to pastor, Pat was a true helpmate and again ready to serve.

She became a dedicated first lady at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church in the greater Pittsburgh area of Rankin, PA. In 2004, her husband was then called to pastor the St. John Baptist Church in Reading, PA and Pat continued her first lady duties at St. John Baptist Church until the death of her husband. She oversaw the Women’s Ministry and was a member of the Mentoring Ministry. She had the gift to help and she was embraced whole heartedly with love from the church and the community for all her service.

After the passing of her husband, Pat relocated to live with her eldest daughter and her family in Waldorf, Maryland. She found a new church home at Christian Unity Baptist Church, where she served on the Pillars Ministry.

Pat was a proud Golden Life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, where she was inducted in the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Chapter in 1985. She joined the Tri-County (MD), Alumnae Chapter in 2018. Through the chapter's community partnerships, Pat served as a reading buddy to students at the Dr. Samuel Mudd Elementary School, where she positively impacted their lives.

She was an amazing wife and caregiver to her husband of 50 years. She nursed him with special care and love throughout his illness, until his death in 2017. Pat also earned the title as “Family Nurse”. Her knowledge and research were a blessing to the family, as she was the "go to” health expert for many of her family members and friends.

Pat was truly a woman of faith who loved God and her family. She enjoyed family trips and gatherings with her daughters, grandchildren, sons-in-law, sisters, other family members and friends. She was especially proud of her title as “Nana" and had a special bond with her four wonderful grandchildren: Alexis, Amaiya, Jayla, and Justin.

In addition to her parents and her beloved husband, three of her brothers preceded her in transitioning to eternal life: Howard Haltiwanger, Samuel “Ollie” Haltiwanger and John Haltiwanger and one of her sisters, May H. Byrd.

Pat leaves to mourn and cherish their fond memories of her: her three daughters and sons-in-law: Tatonya and Joe Holman of Waldorf, MD; Monique and Steve Beidleman of Upper Marlboro, MD and Tamara Manning of Miami, Florida; her four grandchildren: Alexis and Amaiya Holman; Jayla and Justin Beidleman; her brother, Solomon Haltiwanger of Newport News, VA; her five sisters: Lillie (Calvin) Miller of Blackwood, NJ; Mable (Ezra) Hill of Yorktown, VA, Rhoda (Alphonso) Holt of Newport News, VA; Minerva (James) McNair of Hampton, VA and Gardenia (Charles) Burton of Houston, TX; her two sisters-in-law: Carole Doweary (John) of York, PA and Marilyn Hutcherson (Jeffrey) of York, PA; her three brothers-in-law: Jerone Manning (Sherron) of York, PA, Richard JQ Manning (Regina) of York, PA and Edward Byrd of Newport News, VA; her 5 Godchildren: Jordyn Armstrong of Triangle, VA; Elaine Rawlison of Clinton, MD; DaNatia Baker of Harrisburg, PA; Shakira Hill of Chesapeake, VA and Dominic Manning York, PA and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, her private burial services will be held on Tuesday, May 26 in Susquehanna Valley Memorial Gardens in York, PA where she will be buried next to her husband. There will be a Virtual Celebration of her life on Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. PATRICIA-MANNING-HOMEGOING on youtube can be reached at https://youtu.be/TFnvbpDK4Gk

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Guest Book

We are so very sorry to learn of the passing of your beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend. We lift you up before the Lord and we pray for your peace and comfort. --The Dr. W. Braxton Cooley, Sr. Family

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I struggled for words,yet they would not come.Memories like lightening flashes obliterated them. Childhood in East end Newport News, Walters Creek, elementary and HUNTINGTON High school,Mabel, Rhoda, Samuel. When we saw her last, at the HHS CLASS OF '64 would be the last time to see her to re-love not re-embrace her! God bless her"girls" and extended family. May the peace and grace of God give you comfort. YSIC, Rev. Brenda Burrest-Johnson Queen Street Baptist Church 109 W. Queensway Hampton, Va. 23669

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I have known Pat over 45 years and she has always been the same wonderful woman. We enjoyed getting together to have activities with our children, enjoyed time out together with with our husbands, riding together to Penn State as we worked on our Masters Degrees and graduating together. When she moved away, we could talk with each other like we did before she left. Tonya, Monique and Tamara know how much you were loved by both of your parents and how proud they were of each of you. Pat will truly be missed. Bless you all and your families. With love, Gladys Freeman-Handy, Harrisburg, PA

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Pat was a regular exerciser at the Waldorf Senior Center. She loved taking classes and had so many friends. She was always ready to move. I will miss her smile and genuine care for all she knew. God Bless... Debi Shanks

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Sister Manning was a member of the Silvercord Ministers Wives and Widows during her time in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Heaven has gained a precious jewel

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Sister Manning was a member of the Silvercord Ministers Wives and Widows during her time in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Heaven has gained a precious jewel

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Sister Manning was a member of the Silvercord Ministers Wives and Widows during her time in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Heaven has gained a precious jewel

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I worked with both Dr. and Mrs. Manning at Harrisburg School District in Harrisburg, PA. They were both very supportive of me as I practiced there as the manager of the School Nurses. They shared their knowledge with me which helped me do a better job. Willie Breeze, RN, MA Coordinator of School Nurses, Harrisburg School District

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I first met Mrs.Manning at John Harris my freshmen year, every since then she has been one of the many black women in my life that has pour wisdom into my life. I still can't believe that she's not with us. My Deepest condolences to her daughters. My prayers are with you during this time. Desiree Meyers, c/o 88

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A mother's love is always with her children. Losing a mother is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know. But her goodness, her caring, and her wisdom live on-like a legacy of love that will always be with you. May that love surround you now and bring you peace. Tatonya, Monique and Tamara thank you for sharing your mother with us for so many years. You could always count on a hug from First Lady. She was an amazing and special woman of God. Her memory will forever be in my First Lady/Leading Lady Hall of Fame. Tamera DuRant

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I loved Ms. Pat! She was such a sweet lady and she loved seeing my daughter at service. CUBC will miss her. You are in our thoughts and prayers Love The Welch Family

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Sending our prayers and condolences to the family of Sister Patricia Manning. Blessings to you all. Sister Patricia A. White, President, PBSC Women's Ministry

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My sincerest condolences to the Manning Family. Ms Patricia will truly be missed. Whenever I would see her in church she would make it her business to hug me tight. It was always such a pleasure to be in her presence. A very sweet lady indeed.

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The Manning Family I serviced Mrs Pat years ago when she came to our Salon for Body Wave Hair services. Such a beautiful Woman of God, and always kept us encouraged, with the Word of God and Natural remedies that were always used by myself and the ladies. She shared Wisdom. "I extend my deepest condolences to you and your family. May the soul of your mother be at peace with our Heavenly Father." True Blessings of Comfort Gretchen Williams Portraits of Beauty Salon York, Pa

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First Lady was a beautiful spirit, always a smile and a heartfelt " how are you." She was a lady of grace and character. A positive influence always, She will and is greatly missed. God's love and peace to her loved ones.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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