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Joe Manning

Passed 01/27/2022

Obituary For Joe Manning

Joe Claude Manning was born in Cherokee, SC on September 8, 1958 to JC Manning and Lucille Davis Manning. He departed his earthly home on Thursday; January 27, 2022 at Caromont Regional Medical Center, Gastonia.

Viewing/walk-thru will be Saturday, February 5, 2022 at Mt. Zion Restoration Church from 12:30 until 4:30 with family present from 12:30-2:30 and viewing other times at the funeral home from 5:30 until 8:00 on Saturday

Funeral will be private.

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I met Mr. Manning just one time. One time was all it took for him to leave an impression on my life and my daughters life as a matter of fact. We were walking out of Belmont middle school late one afternoon and saw Mr. Manning and struck up a conversation. The joyfulness and friendliness that came from him was extremely contagious. The conversation started with football and then immediately transitioned to family, God and our love for Jesus. I mentioned to my sister who worked at the school at the time that we had met this nice man who was working late at the school and she immediately knew who I was talking about and she was so happy that I was able to meet him because she felt the same about Mr. Manning. In fact it has been 3 ears since that encounter and she called me last week just to let me know he had passed. My daughter started crying when she heard the news and then I assured her that no tears are needed for this man because he was resting with our Heavenly Father. It was my pleasure to meet Mr. Joe Manning. Sincerely, Brent Jones

Gail and family, We are Sorry for your loss. We share that the love and peace of our Lord and Savior will comfort you, strengthen you, and carry you through. Joe's memories are in your heart and God is always present. Praying for you. Roger and Linda Allison

Prayers of comfort and peace are being sent your way. Joe's presence on earth will truly be missed but his spirit will live on. I look forward to the great reunion that will be filled with rejoicing and praising God at all times.

My Deepest condolences go out to the Manning Family. My prayers are continually in my mouth. Joe I will miss you dearly as you never departed my company without saying I Love you! I love you too my brother Deeply. God has called home a true Man of God!

Our deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family, Baby (Joe) will deeply be missed.

Love, Tony & Terri Baker Cary, NC

My heart is heavy right now, but I know Joe loved the lord with his whole heart and he's now in the presence of God.I will always remember his big smile and the Joy he shared with us. Gail and family, we love you and we will keep you covered in our prayers. Joe will live on in you and we will remember him for loving God and sharing God's love with us all.

Prayers, Love and Condolences to the Manning Family. Joe will truly be missed. I will always remember Joe's smile and heartfelt greetings. (Romans 8:38-39)❀️ Respectfully, Pamela Hamilton & Family πŸ™πŸΎπŸ’πŸŒ…

Our hearts go out to the manning family we are Joe's family as well. Joe dog you will be missed love you man RIP πŸ™ The Robinson family

I worked with Joe at the old Belmont Middle School. Joe took pride in his work. I considered Joe a good friend. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Lee Cabe.

Condolences to Mr. Joe's family. I will never forget about you Joe. Rest in heaven.

Gail, Joy, and Angelica and The Manning and Davis Family. I am so sorry for your loss I first recall meeting Joe through my dear friends Uncle Red, Aunt Carolyn and Krystal Davis they loved Joe so much! I hope you all will find peace in knowing that he is on the other side with his family and heavenly friends, God loved him more. He will be missed!

Peace and Blessings, Cheryl O Perkins

The 1st time I met Jo was when I was in high school and was dating his brother Martin he came over to my parent's home to meet me he said to see who his brother was dating. I remember Martin and I getting a good laugh out of that. Jo always had a smile whenever I saw him. It has been a very long time since he and I crossed paths. Diane and family I will keep all of you in my prayers

Uncle Joe, you will be missed dearly. Thanks for the laughs and hugs, singing and praising god every chance that you got. I'm crying as I type this because we are going to miss you. Mackenzie and I Love you and you will forever be in our hearts. Praying for Aunt Gale, Joy and Angelica and the entire Manning Family.

Denyada and Mackenzie

To the family:May God give you peace and comfort during this time. Joe is rejoicing with the Lord.πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½ Kathynel Hatten and family

Gale you, the girls and the entire family are in our thoughts and prayers as you face each day, take comfort in knowing Joe was save and wanted everyone in his presence to know it. Know that the word of God says Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. May Gods peace be with you all. John & Jackie Bradshaw

My prayers to the Manning Family, Brenda Jones

My deepest sympathy to the family. Always on fire for the Lord.A sweet kind gentleman full of laughs. I will never forget you Deacon Joe.You are truly going to be missed. I already know you are having the best days of your life rejoicing with the lord.I can picture you praising God with all your might. What a good time they are having up there In heaven.

My prayers go out to Gail and the whole entire Manning Family God have call my friend and my brother in Christ home to be with the Lord the Angels in heaven are Singing and Shouting and having good time with my brother JOE.(RIP)πŸ™ Love you Guy's for Ever may God bless you all.Stephen and Teresa Barnett.

To: The Manning Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm praying the Lord will encourage you with his presence, and comfort you with his peace. With Deepest Sympathy!πŸ™πŸ½πŸ•ŠπŸ™πŸ½ Lillian Sharon Barnette-Smart

To the Manning Family, We send our deepest condolences and sympathy to your family. Our prayers of comfort and peace are with you. Harrison & LeAnne Conyers

Rest in Paradise cousin. I know Dad, Uncle JC and Martin welcomed you with open arms. Sending condolences to Gale and daughters, Peggy Sue and Patricia. Joe you will be dearly missed... Love your cousin Dion

Gale, I'm so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to the Manning family. God bless each one of you. Pamela Mitchell

Joe, you talk about it, song about it and danced know that one day you would experience The Glory of our Lord, standing in His Presence, now you are there worshipping in His Presence, Oh what Heaven must be like. We will miss you here at work (Freightliner) but knowing that you are where you have always talked about going one day gives us great consolation. We Will continue to pray for your family and friends during this time. Until we meet again Good night see you in the morning. Rest Easy!! Pastor John F. Benton

My most sincere sympathy and prayers to the Manning family during this time, Joe will be greatly missed by All of us here at Freightliner, we are honored to have had such a inspirational person here in our presence and will forever hold his memories in our hearts & minds. Goodnight our dear Brother, we will see you in the morning. Rest Easy we will see you when we get there!!

To The Family of Brother Joe Manning, it is with the deepest sympathy we are keeping you in our prayers and thoughts. We want you to know that it is with an immense solicitude that we express our love and care, that God will continue to be a pillar of strength during this time of bereavement. To God be the Glory. Pastor Charles and Angela Ashley, Gailiee Baptist Church, York South Carolina

Praying for The Manning Family! Joe was always smiling and had encouraging words for everyone! I have known the family since High School and I remember him always cheering the team on, even when we lost. Every time I would see him out he would always hug me and ask how my family was doing. He was a great man! Love you all! Jennifer Dockery

I can honestly say Uncle Joe has been a part of my life my whole life. There are many, many years of memories that I along with his family will share. This was one of the most shocking losses. My heartfelt condolences to every family member, co-worker, church member and friend. He will be truly missed and there is no doubt he is looking down watching us all.

Prayers and sympathy and may God give you all peace.

Marcus Harris and family

I find comfort in knowing that he is with the one he faithfully served. To the Family God will see us all through this. For every tear, we have a 1000 beautiful memories of Joe. His smile will remain in our thoughts. Love you, Tonya Davis

My deepest sympathies on the loss of your husband. I only met him once but he made a positive impact on my life. May GOD give you His strength in the days to come. Sisterly, Tracy Cook-Brewton

We have lost a very special friend. Prayers and love to all of his family. Jane stallings

So sad to hear of the passing of my dear friend and former co-worker. Brother Joe and i had a special bond, he helped and prayed me through a very hard time in my life and i thank God for him. His character never waivered no matter the circumstance. Rest easy now my brother until we see you again. Elder Mike Smith

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and condolences are with you and your entire family.πŸ’•πŸ’•πŸ™ Alice, Vaughn, Felicia, Rodricko, Deadra, and the entire Hall family.

Gale and family, our prayers will continually be with you all. Joe meant so much to so many. He will forever be in our hearts as we reflect on all of the memories we shared with the two of you. I can truly say that I could not have asked for a better co-teacher as we taught the word of God to the youth of MZR.

Larry and Colette

To:The Manning family I PRAY our Lord GOD GIVE YOU PERFECT PEACE IN this Temporary time of departure.My Brother "Joedog " I'll See you in the rapture John Petty

May God comfort you all during this difficult time. My prayers are with the entire family - Nickie Mauney

When we think of Deacon Manning, we think of his smile and his love of the Lord. He represented Christ and Mt. Zion well. Rest on Deacon Manning. Otis & Veronica McElhaney

Deacon Manning was πŸ’― Souled Out to God. He will be missed. Our deepest condolences go out to his Loving Family

we are in shock at hearing the news of the passing of our dear neighbor Joe. Our deepest condolence and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. Jammie and Jim Farrell

Gail and Family, earth's loss is heaven's gain. May your memories live forever within your hearts and bring comfort, peace, joy and laughter. MaY God bless, keep and strengthen you all in the days to come. Lisa Michelle Simpson

I didn't know this young man but it seems he was cheated from life at such a young age. May he R.I.P prayers to his family.

I didn't know this young man but it seems he was cheated from life at such a young age. May he R.I.P. prayers of comfort to his family.

I didn't know this young man but it seems he was cheated from life. May he R.I.P.

I didn't know this young man but it seems he was cheated from life at such a young age. May he R.I.P

Im so very , very sorry! Trishann and family.You all are in my prayers. Love Jackie, Juanita, Lavoris Westminster Ca

My Prayers to Gail and her Entire Family!

Joe Manning family n friends shouting from Louisiana and we're praying for you all.

Gale and family. Please accept my deepest sympathy and know that you are loved and prayed for in Jesus's name. With love, Robin Green πŸ’—πŸ’š

Rest in Heaven bro Joe.A very fine Man and co-worker.Amen, Bro Leroy Adams

Prayers and Condolences to the Manning Family. May God forever bless you and keep you in His Care. Mattie Miller & Family

To Gale, his daughters, and the Manning and Gilmore family...words can not express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Joe was a light in every room he was in! That big smile and loud voice could be seen and heard anywhere! Heaven has truly gained a good one! Our prayers are with you now and will be in the days to come. Love, Buffy πŸ’•

May God be with the Manning Family and provide comfort. Rest In Peace Joe!

P. Moses Sr.

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

Gregory Funeral Service | Gastonia, NC

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