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Joseph Manning Obituary
He was born July 28, 1931, in Louisville, Ky., to John and Martha (Vessels) Manning. He was a 1949 graduate of St. Edward Catholic School in Elgin and attended Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa, for two years. He graduated from St. Paul Seminary in 1957 and was drafted in the U.S. Army shortly after. He married Margaret A. Hemmer on Dec. 28, 1963, in St. Mary Catholic Church in Huntley.
Mr. Manning began a 34-year teaching career at St. Mary Grade School in Elgin, moving to St. Edward High School, where he served as assistant football coach and track coach. He began teaching at Huntley High School in the 1965-66 school year and taught 29 years before retiring in 1994. He was head football coach for a number of years, earning Coach of the Year honors in 1979. He also served as athletic director for the high school and grade school for 10 years.
"Joe" was a devoted member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Huntley, having served in many capacities such as a lector, CCD teacher, member and past president of the Parish Council, and as a regional representative to Marian Central High School.
He also served his Huntley community as a member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for 10 years.
He is survived by his wife, Peggy; four children, Andrea Manning of Oak Park, Edmond Manning of Minneapolis, Minn., Eileen Manning of Huntley and Matthew Manning of Chicago; and his sister, Dolores (Billy) Graham of AlGood, Tenn.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and three brothers, Harry, James "Barney," and William Manning.
The visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. The visitation will continue from 9 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, until the Mass of Christian Burial is celebrated at 10 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery in Huntley.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society or the St. Mary Building Fund.
For information, call James A. O'Connor Funeral Home at 847-669-5111.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Manning
May 10, 2011
MAY 10
"GOLLEY"
IT'S ONE WEEK SINCE WE HAVE SAID GOOD BYE TO OUR FRIEND JOE AND CELEBRATED HIS LIFE.
SOME OF OUR BEST TIMES WITH PEG AND JOE WERE SPENT TOGETHERE ON FRIDAY AFTERNOONS VOLUNTEERING FOR THE YOUTH MINISTREIES. WE CALLED IT WORK BUT IT WAS MORE LIKE FUN FOR US. THERE WERE FIVE OF US JOE, PEGGT, LUCY, CLARICE AND ME. WE DID BUSY WORK. PUTTING HOLES IN PAPERS, CUTTING PAPER, STAPLING AND COLATING AND LAMINATING. AND SORTING MAIL BY ZIP CODE'S. THIS WAS JOE'S SPECIALITY. ALL THE TIME WE WERE DOING THIS CHATTING, SINGING AND TELLING STORIES. JOE WOULD GOME UP WITH OFF THE WALL SONGS. SUCH AS "MAR-ZY DOTES" THEN WE WOULD JOIN IN. ONE DAY HE ASKED US IF WE KNEW "ALEXANDER THE SWOOSE" WE , OF COURSE ACCUSED HIM OF MAKING IT UP. BUT DARN IF HIS SON, EDMOND, DIDN'T FIND IT ON THE INTER-NET. OF COURSE PROVING JOE TO BE RIGHT, AGAIN !!!
THERE IS ONE MORE ANGEL IN HEAVEN AND ONE EMPTY CHAIR IN THE CHURCH BASMENT.
BECAUSE NO ONE CAN EVER REPLACE OUR "JOE"
ED
Maggie Mann
May 7, 2011
Peggy,
I was so sorry to hear about Joe's passing. He always had a smile for me and made me feel welcome at St. Mary's when I was new to the parish and felt invisible. I enjoyed our sessions when counting the collection money. He was pretty good at guessing about how much was there! I am so sorry for your loss. Joe will be missed by many. He was a good man! I hope he'll put in a few good words for me with God! My prayers are with you.
Susan Jirik-Joachim
May 5, 2011
Mr. Manning was an inspiration to all students by what he taught and by his example in life. He had such personal discipline and expected the same of his students. I am so grateful to have visited with him at my 40th class reunion. Bless his memory.
Ron & Joyce Bauman
May 5, 2011
We will always remember Joe as one of the good guys, he will surely be missed.
Jim, Ruth & David Bond
May 5, 2011
Joe was one of a kind, and we know that he will be missed. It was always a pleasure to hear what he had to say about anything, whether it was pro or con. Our prayers are with the entire family as we knew, or of, all of you as our families grew up together.
Lillian Del Pilar
May 4, 2011
Dear Andrea and the Manning family: My deep condolences on your loss. I was so touched by Mr. Manning's kindness and generosity when we met, and realized how his goodness is reflected in each of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
George, Doc and Crew
May 4, 2011
Truely one of the good guys. He will be missed. Requiescat in Pace.
Cyndi McDurmott
May 4, 2011
Edmund, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Cyndi McDurmott
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Ellen Dwyer Zenker
May 3, 2011
Not until I grew into adulthood did I truly appreciate Mr. Manning for what he taught me about the English language and literature. He was a one-of-a-kind teacher, and mentor to many, many students. He will be remembered as one of the greatest at Huntey High School. We will miss you, Joe!
Judie Keesling-Ryman
May 3, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. What a wonderful teacher and role model. Peggy and family, we will keep you all in our prayers.
Fondly,
Richard Newman
May 3, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
May 3, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your familly. What a wonderful blessing to have a papa like yours. April Fischer and Mark Carlock
Jim Saranteas
May 3, 2011
To the Manning Family: We are very sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace at this time. Jim & Kristen Saranteas, Friends of Matt
Mike Groesser
May 3, 2011
My sincerest condolences to the Manning family. Joe was one of my favorite teachers as well.
May 3, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of Joe's death. We think of you all fondly & with great memories. He will be missed.
Larry & Betsey Warrington
Marshall & Melody Brown
May 3, 2011
To The Manning Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. He was just a special kind of guy all the way around. He taught not just myself but our two sons as well.. Lots to talk about when his name comes up. So glad we had a chance to visit at our last class reunion, the class of 69. May all of his great memories help you through your loss. Gods Blessings.
Cecelia Bolden
May 2, 2011
To the Manning Family,
My family and I were so sorry to hear about your loss. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
Cecelia Bolden & Family
Steve Drendel
May 2, 2011
To Manning Family
My family and I wish to extend our most sincere condolences to you and your family for your loss.
Steve Drendel & Family
Kim Warunek (Ehlenburg)
May 2, 2011
So very sorry to hear this news. Mr. Manning will be remembered by all of the students he touched, he was a wonderful example for us all. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Rosemary Herringer
May 2, 2011
What a dear and kind friend Joe was to me. I remember fondly how he drove my sister, Clarice, to Alexian Brothers Hospital in Elk Grove when I was diagnosed with cancer. His cheerful disposition will live forever in my memory.
With love, Rosemary Herringer
The Wiedenfelds
May 2, 2011
He was one of a kind. We will miss you Joe.
May 2, 2011
To the Manning family,
Thank you for sharing Mr. Manning with us. I remember him fondly as being one of the best teachers I could have possibly had at HHS. My thoughts are with all of you at this sad time.
Sincerely,
Lisa Ottens (nee Brunschon)
May 2, 2011
Peggy and all the Manning Children, I am at such a loss for words. My deepest sympathy to all of you, and a giant HUG. I certainly always thought the world of Joe. Over the years we had many, many good times. I remember Joe learning how to play "Send in the Clowns" and played it well, to boot. So many other thoughts about going to grad school at Northern and how he teased me about my 8-track player. How can anyone forget his "dry" humor? Oh what a loss. I will keep him and all of you in my prayers. I wish I could be there. Unfortunately, I am in the Isle of Palms outside of Charleston, S.C. with 11 of my college classmates. Sorry that I can not be there. My thoughts are with you.
Julie Peterson
Fred & Mary Anne Palumbo
May 2, 2011
Dear Peggy & Family
We are praying for you all at this difficult time. I will always remember Joe as a perfect Christian who devoted his life to serving Our Lord, At the same time he was a devoted husband & father who loved his family with all of his heart. He was a great teacher, athletic dirtector, coach , school bus driver , maintenance worker & truck driver; Amazingly he did all of these things with a wonderful smile and all for the love of his God & Family. Heaven received a Great Man on Divine Mercy Sunday. I am certain that when Joe met Almighty God face to face, he was told, "Well Done My Good and Failtful Servant"
we love you
Mary Anne & Fred Palumbo
Dick & Jean Sweeney
May 2, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. We're sending you a hug from afar.
John & Barb McDonald
May 2, 2011
Dee. Barbara and I are sorry to read of your loss.
Michael Zierk
May 2, 2011
What a great guy! May wonderful memories be with his family forever. My deepest sympathy to all.
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