J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Manning, Sr., Melvin

Tuesday, August 08, 2006

Melvin Allen Manning, Sr., 76, of Prince George died Tuesday, August 8, 2006 in John Randolph Medical Center. He was born in Pike Road, NC and had been a long time resident of the Prince George area. Mr. Manning was a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard having served during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Cawson Street Church of Christ, where he has served for many years as an elder. Mr. Manning was the present owner of Manning Mobile Manor. Mr. Manning was preceded in death by his parents, Daffie LeRoy & Elsie Allen Manning. He is survived by his wife, Loreitta Manning, one son, Melvin Allen Manning, Jr. and his wife Teresa, two grandchildren, Lauren Manning and Caitlen Manning all of Prince George. The family will receive friends Thursday, August 10, 2006 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Service. A funeral service will be held Friday, August 11, 2006 at 11:00 AM in the Cawson Street Church of Christ, 4th & West Cawson Street, with Mr. Mural Worthey, pastor assisted by Mr. William Harper, retired pastor officiating. Interment will be in Appomattox Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Seaside Church of Christ, 801 Poplar Branch Road, Grandy, NC, 27939. Condolences may be registered with www.jtmorriss.com

Aunt Rita,

We are still thinking of you all, and sending up our thoughts, love, and prayers on your behalf.

love,
joel and kim (hobbs) johnson

Posted by: Joel and Kim (Hobbs) Johnson at October 2, 2006 10:09 AM

Lorietta, Allen, Theresa and girls:
I'm not sure you will recognize the last name, but I am Mike and Judy Foster's Dauther. My husband and I are now members of the Edgehill Congregation. I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Mannings passing, however we know that he has gone to be with our Lord. I know these are difficult times for you, and we grieve with you. Please accept our condolences.
In Christian Love,
Chris and Christina Pond, and girls

Posted by: Chris and Christina Pond at August 11, 2006 08:15 PM

Dear Loreitta ,Allen ,Teresa,Lauren and Caitlen
Christina E-mailed us to day telling us of the sad news of Malvin's passing.
We want to let you know that our hearts go out to you and Allen ,Teresa and The girls. Althought we have moved to a different congergation, I want you to know that Melvin and you have been in our hearts. As Mike and I are in Germany I regret not being able to attend the funeral, but we are with you in spirit. Melvin has gone home to his reward, but we have to linger till we are called as well, and we who are found faithful in Jesus our Lord will have a joyous reunion with him and all the saints in heaven. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
In Chirstian Love Mike and Judy Foster

Posted by: Mike and Judy Foster at August 11, 2006 04:08 PM

Loreitta, Allen, & Teresa, we really feel your loss, and you are all in our prayers. Melvin was such a good friend to all of our family during our time in Virginia. He had such a wonderful sense of humor, and it was always a joy to talk with him. He will really be missed by all who knew him. Love in Christ to all of you. Glenn & Cindy Asher

Posted by: Glenn & Cindy Asher at August 10, 2006 08:59 PM

Loreitta and family. Just learned of your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow. We all know that he is now at true peace and we now are awaiting our time to join him and all our loved ones at the feet of our Master. Bea often speaks fondly of the years they were at Carson St. and how much all of you meant to them. These are the times that our faith means so much to us. We ask for God's blessing on all of you.

Bea Bethel in Chillicothie, Ohio
Nancy and Mike Moore in Lexington, KY

Posted by: Bea Bethel and Nancy and Mike Moore at August 10, 2006 08:17 PM

Loreitta ,Alan,Teresa and girls, when a death happens so fast it is such a shock.Remember all those good memories and they help ease the pain of now and the future. He has gone to the reward that he lived his life for. In service to God and the church, take comfort in this. May God bless you and give you extra strength and comfort .

Posted by: Florine Fletcher at August 10, 2006 05:28 PM

Loreitta & Allen and family,

Juanita just sent the news of Melvin's passing to us here in Argentina. We are so sorry to hear about it and know how hard this is for all of you. We will be praying for God's comfort and strength to be with each of you.

We remember so well the encouragement you were to us as we were planning to get married some 33 years ago. We still can almost taste the steaks that Melvin made for us on the grill. Thank you for all you have done and are doing in the Kingdom.

May God bless and comfort you all at this time. We know we will be with him again in heaven.
Love,
Glen & Kathy Henton

Posted by: Glen & Kathy Henton at August 10, 2006 02:47 PM

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family as you celebrate the life of your Father/Grandfather. We believe that God heals all wounds. Allen, Teresa, Lauren, & Caitlen this will be a tough time for you guys but try and remember all of the good times and I am sure a smile will cross you face.

Posted by: Bobby, Usana, Jasmine, & Jeniece Tillman at August 10, 2006 02:44 PM

Melvin was one of the elders at the Cawson St. church when I first came as a summer intern back in 1974. He and Loreitta were kind to me and to Gina in so many ways over the years.

I appreciate their faithfulness and service to God, and all that they have done for so many.

Please extend to sympathy to Loreitta, Allen & Teresa, Lauren & Caitlen, and to all the family in their loss.

Posted by: Dan & Gina Williams at August 10, 2006 10:57 AM

As difficult as "loss" (of any sort) always is, regardless of our spiritual or philosophical beliefs, having children and grandchildren to pass on the "good" we do ... to segue our purpose on to further generations ... is a blessing not all have. May the light Lauren and Caitlen have brought to the world in some way lessen the darkness brought by Melvin's moving to his new existence ... in Jesus' care.

Posted by: Sydney Alexandra Linton at August 10, 2006 08:37 AM