ROBERT MANLEY Obituary

MANLEY--Robert Russell, Jr., a long time resident of New York City, Bellport, Long Island, and Greenwich, CT passed away on Wednesday March 13 in Indio, CA. Employed by GE, Westinghouse International and Cresap McCormick and Paget before starting his own consulting firm; he co-authored with his wife, Seon Manley, “The Age of the Manager� and “Beaches: Their Lives, Legends and Lore.� He is survived by his daughter, Shivaun Hinman and brother, Frank Manley.

Published by New York Times on Mar. 17, 2013.
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Oh, dearest Shivaun, thank you so much for sharing that letter with all of us. As for your Dad's list of favorites . . . I am with him on every one! Especially Gone with the Wind, Jonathan Winters, Bogart, Fawlty Towers and Heath bars!
Much love,
Jane

June 22, 2013

From a Letter Dated May 27th, 2005

Dad wrote:

"...I was just a normal boy who grew up with wonderful parents on a turkey farm in Genesee Depot, Wisconsin. Our parents taught us kindness is really the most important thing in life. They also taught Frank and I the importance of working hard and having tight, honest relationships. We learned so many lessons, and more lessons! The Depression was the "school of hard knocks." By 5am we were up milking the cows.

Our Dad worked so hard.

I was lucky to get off the farm when I got older--via the railroad that ran through our property--and I was able to see both coasts! I could not believe California when I saw it for the first time as a youngster. And I cannot believe how lucky I am to live here now. The air is so soft. We live just 15 minutes from Sara and Carol and their families and have made wonderful friends here at Scripps. During the day I read with Seon, make new business calls, check emails with the computer teacher here, and think of things to send old friends, my nieces and granddaughter. In the evenings I go to lectures at CALTECH or the symphony. Every other week, they take a group of us out to Descanso Gardens for a long walk around the paths. At 4:00pm every day I stop what I am doing to work-out on a treadmill for 40 minutes. Every day is different here at Scripps and I am so lucky to have had this time with my wife--knowing the rent no longer needs to be paid--and all we have to do is enjoy today. I can hardly believe how lucky we are! Are you coming up for the 4th of July? I hope so.

We miss you.
Love, Dad"

Shivaun

June 20, 2013

PAPA'S FAVORITES
As dictated in a letter to his Granddaughter, Holly
Ice Cream: Strawberry
Candy Bar: Heath Bar
Drink: Root Beer
Season: Summer
Artist: Georgia O'Keefe
Movie Star: Bogart
Holiday: Christmas
Cartoon Character: Mickey Mouse
Restaurant: Luchow's in NYC
Flower: Violets
Color: Red
Time of Day: Bed time!
Politician: Lincoln & Truman
Car: 1941 Model Chevrolet, 4-door
Number: 7
Play: O'Neill's "Moon for the Misbegotten"
and Miller's "Death of a Salesman"
Entertainer: Jonathan Winters
Movie: "Gone with the Wind" & "African Queen"
Fad: "I have no interest in fads."
Place: Greenwich Village, Pasadena, Palm Desert, Shore Road in Bellport
Plant: Christmas Cacti & hanging "spider plants"
Show: The BBC's "Falwty Towers," "Upstairs Downstairs" and Herriot's "All Things Bright and Beautiful"
Song: "It Had to Be You"
Year: 1960 and 2003
Home: 49 Grove Street, Greenwich Village, 52 Arcadia Road, 20 Church Street and the wonderful SCRIPPS HOME in Pasadena which gave Seon and I a new lease on life!
Favorite Childhood Pet: Trixie
Job(s): GE, Westinghouse and MMMS
Longest Friendships from Childhood:
Art Libby, Gerry Hermann and my brother, Frank!
Favorite Source of Inspiration:
My Mother and Dad, for their kindness and work ethic, and for the last 50 years, my wife, Seon. Our daughter and nieces who are inspirations on many levels.

June 20, 2013

I had not seen the photo gallery until today and what a stunning selection of photos. Certainly magical moments and a lovely celebration and journey through the extraordinary lives of two well-respected and greatly loved people. Thank you for sharing these memories! xxx

Pat Gross

May 1, 2013

Shivaun, so sorry to hear of your dads passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lisa Johnson

April 29, 2013

Shivaun and family. I very much enjoyed the opportunity to know both your Mother and Father. Because I worked closely with your Father, I am able to say that he was an incredibly interesting man. He was very proud of his family and loved you dearly. I wish you well.

Jamie Garis

April 25, 2013

Oh, we must all vote to keep this online longer than next week! Thank you, darling Frank, for adding your memories. Do you suppose Brother Bob had any idea how many lives he affected and changed for the better? I'm guessing not, as he was the most unassuming of gentlemen.

So many memories, and all of them sweet.

Much love again,

Jane Kendall

April 23, 2013

In memory of my brother Robert Russell Manley Jr.

Bob has been characterized by many as a “sweet” and “gentle” person. While I would wholeheartedly agree with that description of him, I would like to add some depth to that description from a brotherly point of view. Bob had many foibles and idiosyncrasies, which I'm certain others will describe in detail.

Bob was invariably generous almost to a fault. Sometimes he had limited means but at Christmas time he would make certain that every family member was remembered with gifts – no matter how small. His overwhelming objective was to foster family success and well being.

As a brother he was always supportive. For example, he did the following for me:

When I was a senior in high school he arranged for me to see “South Pacific” in New York City soon after it opened (his roommate was in the cast). Ezio Prinza and Mary Martin were outstanding.

He bought tickets for the two of us to see “Death of a Salesman” early in the run on Broadway. Lee J. Cobb starred as Willy Lorman in an extraordinary performance; we discussed the performance and the plays relation to us for hours afterwards.

When I was seriously taking piano lessons he bought a ticket for me to hear and see Arturo Toscanini conduct the NBC symphony with two outstanding Swedish singers (Sat Svanholm and Birgit Nielson) singing Wagnerian opera excerpts.

But the most important thing he did for me was to arrange interviews for me to attend graduate school (CEI; now IMD) in Geneva, Switzerland as a scholarship student. I was accepted and attending the school changed my life. Barbara and I went to live in Switzerland, and that was where our son Charles was born.

He was also solidly supportive in all of my career changes as he was of all of my family in whatever undertaking they were embarked on.

In short, Bob was a caring and devoted family supporter as well as a “sweet” and gentle” person.

The memory of what he did for me and the family will last forever.

Frank Manley

April 22, 2013

Going to Bob and Seon's apartment in Greenwich was an adventure for the me at 20. Thousands of books and the best chili I had ever eaten was served. Seon could never verbalize her recipe which I have tried to reproduce without much success for over 30 years. Bob would proudly show me how they had saved money by buying in bulk. Packed to the ceiling boxes of kleenex or toilet paper would be piled up in the closet insuring that there would be no room for anything else. There was no doubt that he grew up in the depression and he would carry his mid western roots in his childlike open and optimistic nature.

Marianne Elrick-Manley

April 21, 2013

I went with my grandmother (Barbara Manley) and grandfather (Frank Manley) to their high school reunion in Waukesha, WI. While there, I got to meet one of Uncle Bob's childhood friends (whose name I have sadly forgotten). He regaled us with stories of how Uncle Bob used to set his toy train up in the attic and light the tracks on fire while the train went round and round. Once, he and his friend accidentally lit the brush by their house on fire.

Morgan Manley

April 20, 2013

Bob, Roberto between us, was my first real boss and a very good friend; fresh out of graduate school, I learned from him how to deal with the business world. Bob had infinite curiosity about everything around him and was a great listener. He never raised his voice at work. He was a true optimist. Bob was very talented in many ways; he was a great writer and had a green thumb. He also took his health and diet very seriously. Once he read about the health benefits of garlic and, thereafter, to our dismay, he ate it three times a day. Bob faced many challenges in his life but he was carefree and the happiest when he found himself at Scripps amongst so many people with so many stories to tell and near Caltech so he can attend lectures on science, his favorite topic. Bob had a long and blessed life. He will be missed by all of us who knew him well and loved him..

Katie Siafaca

April 19, 2013

Remembering Bob

In working with Bob (aka Roberto), there was never a dull moment!

Our secretary Betty or I had the task of answering the phone to give the impression we were a large set up. However, Bob could not help himself and always listened via his line; you could hear him breathing in the background. At that time we had just published an off-the-shelf report on the artificial heart priced at $125.00 per copy. One day, I answered the phone, and the person on the line started with "Is this Manley Management?" As I said yes I could hear Bob's breathing. Then the caller said "I want to order 1,000 " and there was a pause. Well, Bob started hyperventilating on the line and then the voice continued, "pencils." Of course it was prankster par excellence brotther Frank!

Betty was a very shy, reserved person. The bathroom in the downtown Greenwich office was through Bob's office. Bob liked to undo his belt when sitting down for comfort's sake. Every time Betty needed to use the bathroom, she had to walk past his desk. Being the gentleman he was, he would rise and his pants would start falling making Betty frightfully uncomfortable. To make matters worse he read in the NY Times that women should go to the bathroom every two hours to avoid urinary/kidney infections. Well he copied the article and posted it outside his office. Poor Betty!

Bob had amassed mountains of articles, clippings, and correspondence, etc. hailing from the Second World War stashed in piles everywhere. He could not part with anything. One time, when he was on a several days business trip, all of us at the office at his home went through everything and placed mountains of useless items in the trash bin for Friday collection. Unfortunately, Bob came home a day earlier and upon arriving from the airport late in the evening on Thursday, he went to the trash bin and carried all the discarded items back to the house. Somehow, they were part of him; getting rid of them was like cutting off his arm!

Upon getting a nice project from a large company (GE?), Bob went to Spain to conduct market research and meet with potential sources. When he returned he wrote a letter to the client highlighting his progress. He closed by telling them he saved them a lot of money by staying in a Youth Hostel! Another time, in a cover letter accompanying a proposal, he explained that he had been ill and may have had a heart attack! Mercifully, Seon nixed the friendly comment.

We often went to large conventions and walked the Exhibit Halls. Most companies were giving out all kinds of stuff, mostly bags, pens, mugs, etc. Bob collected all of them and at the end of those shows he could have opened his own dime store.

On the way from a meeting outside the office, Bob would spot a sign from the freeway with a company name he recognized. We would immediately take the next exit and head back. He would then walk up to the receptionist, give her his card and ask to see the president. Believe it or not, sometimes it worked!

The most incredible story is the one about the safe. I think I am going to write a short story about it when I get a chance. Everywhere he moved to, Bob brought along a huge metal safe. It was so incredibly heavy, it required a mechanical platform to move it up to the truck and the movers submitted a separate bill for handling it. It cost hundreds of dollars to move it. Its contents were a mystery until one day when Bob decided it was time to open it and use the contents, which were rumored to be some precious jewelry and perhaps also money. Unfortunately nobody remembered the combination, so a safecracker was summoned and after being paid $100 up front he spent half the day drilling some holes and viola the safe was opened. It was totally empty and owing to its efficacious protection from the outside world it did not even contain a speck of dust! Bob was devastated and the mystery to this date is who had access to the hermetically sealed gigantic safe that was dragged from Long Island to the house in Greenwich to the office downtown and what was really in it?

Bob, thanks for the memories, Katie

April 19, 2013

Remembering Bob

He loved the beach and the warm sun - he was totally relaxed under an umbrella in the sand;

He considered garlic the longevity pill and always talked about the benefits of a garlic sauce we made once - he wanted to eat that everyday!

In his younger days, mail delivery was the highlight of the day - he couldn't wait to count all those orders for the reports from Manley and Co;

He had an abundance of optimism and not ready to give up on anything;

The best time he had in Pasadena was walking to Caltech and attend every science seminar he could - got to know the President of the school rather well

We will miss him!
Margarita

April 19, 2013

What I remember about Bob:

He loved the beach and the warm sun - he was totally relaxed under an umbrella in the sand;

He considered garlic the longevity pill and always talked about the benefits of a garlic sauce we made once - he wanted to eat that everyday!

In his younger days, mail delivery was the highlight of the day - he couldn't wait to count all those orders;

He had an abundance of optimism and not ready to give up on anything;

The best time he had in Pasadena was walking to Caltech and attend every science seminar he could - got to know the President of the school rather well.

He was part of our lives for many many years and we will miss him.
Margarita

April 19, 2013

I shall always remember you dear Robert ,as a loving husband ,father,grandfather and friend to me. A chapter has closed for me and the end of an era has passed. I hope we meet again. With love Glenn

Glenn Marziali

April 16, 2013

Dear, dear Bob. How lucky to have known him! What an extraordinary human being - his humor, his wisdom, his love, his enthusiasm, his unyielding grasp of life and justice. Rarely in life does one meet someone with such passion for everything, especially whatever he truly believed in. I am forever grateful to Seon and Bob for creating their amazing daughter that has enabled me to have one of my dearest friends in my life. Bob and Seon, you will be forever missed but never ever forgotten. Your smiles and love will forever glow. Thank you for your love, always.
With much love,
pat xxx

Pat Gross

April 16, 2013

Dear Shivaun and family; After reading all the tributes to your loving papa and your family, it makes me sad that I wasn't among the privileged....but I DO know you thus and am very blessed. My heart and prayers are with you as you find each smile that he left with you. You were blessed with a jewel - now in God's heavenly crown. I can just hear the love that must have surrounded you all - and it makes me teary. God bless you, sweet lady.

Linda Bianco

April 15, 2013

Dad's last words before leaving this earth:

"I'm as happy as a lark. Quick! Take a letter, Shivaun...Get it out today and tell everyone I'm as happy as a lark!"
and,
"Tell the Amelars and all the wonderful people at Scripps, Thank You. Seon and I couldn't have done it without you!"
and
"All my nieces and nephews...You have ALL been wonderful to me and I love you so. We will go on loving each other forever."
and,
"Joe Hinman, he's the salt of the earth, isn't he?"
and,
The second to the last thing he said (as the morphine was setting in)"Well, I'm off to a meeting of the American Rocket Society. I'll tell you all about it when I come back."

But his very last words were,and I will treasure them always...

"Tell Holly she is going to have a wonderful life."

I will never forget that for as long as I live.

Thank you, Dad.

Shivaun

April 15, 2013

Dear Shivaun and Holly,

I am so sad for the loss of your father and grandfather and, for me, Uncle Bob. He was such a warm and wonderful person.

I remember going to see Uncle Bob and Aunt Seon in Long Island with my sister Kathleen. After a terrific dinner all of us girls - Seon, Gogo, your mother and her friend, me and Kathleen - were all having fun trying on hats and taking photos. Uncle Bob was such a good sport that he joined us with his own hat. I'm sending you a photo. It was so much fun!

But the time I knew what a wonderful man he was was when I wrote Aunt Seon a letter. She was away or sick so Uncle Bob took the time to write me the most beautiful, long letter that was so very special to me.

I will always remember your Grandmother and Grandfather. They will always be with me in my heart.

Maura Jones

April 14, 2013

Robert Manley "Uncle Bob" was wonderful and very loving man who was always my favorite Uncle. When I was a child I remember Uncle Bob talking to me and treating me so nice and respectful. I remember Uncle Bob helping my father Shane with the barque's at Grandpa Websters family reunions. But the thing I remember the most about Uncle Bob is wishing he was my dad. Uncle Bob was my favorite and Aunt Seon was my favorite aunt from the saved me from the lake when I was about two years old.. Wish I got see Bob and Seon more often.. Shivaun and Holly you are so blessed to have such wonderful father/grandfather and mother/grandmother. I'm sure their now together again in heaven and very happy.. Holly I am writing a book about your grandmother Seon, aunt Gogo and aunt Cathy when they were little and will send you a copy! Love Sheila

Sheila O'Neill

April 13, 2013

Dear Shivaun, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm glad he was living close to you these last two years. I'll never forget your dad. He helped me with the admin office desk, helping lost visitors, handing out maps, just being friendly...and always dressed to the tee in his sport coat! He always called me in advance if he wasn't able to be there for any reason, always the professional! I still have two plants from his garden...one a beautiful Christmas cactus from Scripps and the other a blooming Spring succulent from Scripps Kensington; I think of him every time I feed and admire them, they are living memories of him!

Mary Hohl

April 12, 2013

My love and warm hug to you at this time.I myself have just had the news that my mother is going too. Will be in Barbados to say goodbye.see you soon.

gala mitchell

April 12, 2013

I feel so fortunate to have known both Bob and Seon, beloved parents of Shivaun and loving brother to Frank. I will always cherish the deep bond of family the Manley's and Hinman's carry with them on life's journey. I have especially fondest memories of Shivaun and Joe's wedding with Bob and Seon exuding calm and class, and at the same time being absolutely delightful! With my deepest sympathy on Bob's passing to eternal peace with our Lord - to his loving daughter Shivaun, Joe and Holly, and equally to Aunt Barbara and Uncle Frank. With Much Love and Support,

Cathee Antonetz

April 11, 2013

What can I say about the Manleys, my second family? A flood of memories, all of them good and fine and infused with laughter. Always laughter. As for the passing of dear Robert — brother of Frank, husband of the late great Seon, father of my dearest friend Shivaun and grandfather of the amazing Holly — I can only quote John O'Hara, who, when told that George Gershwin had died, said, “I'm told that George Gershwin is dead — but I don't have to believe it if I don't want to.” Well, I don't want to believe that dear sweet “Brother Bob” is gone, and that I can't reminisce with him at one of Frank and Barbara's legendary parties. Which we did a few years back, nestled in a quiet corner and chattering away. A few days later he sent me a beautiful note thanking me. Thanking me? No, dear Bob, it is I who owe you.

The memories go back more than forty years (How did that happen?) to Bob and Seon's wonderful apartment on Church Street, where the walls were lined with over-stuffed bookshelves two layers deep. I think only Seon knew what was on the back layer, and I remember her telling me one day, with a negligent wave of her hand, that somewhere back there was a rather valuable first edition of Ambrose Bierce's Devil's Dictionary, but who knew where and I don't think it ever surfaced. What I remember so very clearly was that Bob and Seon treated all of us like adults long before we were. They listened, and we gathered around like hungry little moths to a warming flame. There I met Shivaun's Gang: Glen, and John, and Grace with the Katherine Hepburn cheekbones. I don't see them often but when I do, it's as though no time has passed. “Only connect,” said E. M. Forster, and thanks to Seon and Bob we did.

So many memories and all of them sweet. Christmas parties at Frank and Barbara's (back in the day my mother would take possession of the piano and we'd all sing until we were hoarse), the glorious day of Shivaun and Joe's wedding (Was that grand or what?), and, always, the threads connecting, interweaving, threads of love and friendship and shared humor. Threads that are as fine as silk and strong as steel.

So to dear Robert Manley, who fought bravely until the very end with his loving daughter at his side, I will reluctantly bid farewell. What a sweet and dear man he was, infinitely kind and unassuming. I can only hope that he and Seon are sitting together on a lovely terrace somewhere, watching the sunset and lifting a glass . . . as we lift a glass to them. Rest well, dear friends.

April 10, 2013

Joe, Bob loved to garden and you gave him the garden he would invest himself in and enjoy for the last two years of his life. Thank you. He'd come over, don his garden gloves, pick up a trowel or pruning shears and get to work. We spent hours together fertilizing the roses, tending the 6 varieties of Christmas Cacti (his favorite)and shaping the bright white shasta and yellow daisies around the arbor. He planted green peppers, rosemary,basil,cabbage,watermelon,mums and more. The garden gave him so much pleasure--a place where we could work together and be happy without saying a word. Just silence and beauty and the desert breeze. He said, "I love this spot."

You were a wonderful son-in-law to him, Joe. I will never forget all the things you did for my parents. You are a special man and I love you. Thanks for loving Dad and the gift of our garden. He lives on there. xox Shivaun

Shivaun

April 10, 2013

Dear Shivaun & Holly,I only knew your dear father and grandfather through you but as the saying goes, "the acorn doesn't fall far from the tree" so I know from your example and sharing that he was a wonderful person and lives on in you. My prayers go out to you both and all your family.
Lenora Grimaud

April 10, 2013

Mr. Manley - We have met on several occasions and the meeting was always so engaging. I will always remember you, Isabella and Holly hanging bulbs on the Christmas tree in your daughter's living room. You were so entertained by Isabella and Holly as they came up with the perfect way of fixing broken bulbs and arranging them in an orderly fashion. I remember your wit and humor and know that you will be missed and kindly remembered. You have blessed Shivaun, Holly and Joe's life as well as many others. You will be missed.
With love,
Jayme, John, Isabella Marie, Littlepage and William Fakehany

J. Fakehany

April 9, 2013

Shivaun & Holly....I have spent years creating things for your family. I never met Bob but I feel like I know him through the countless images that have come across my screen. I was able to see what a gift his life was to those around him. So in the words of Dr. Seuss.."Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened." My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

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Dear Shivaun, I am very sorry for your loss. I will have you in my thoughts and prayers. May the light of the Lord shine on him.
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Dearest Shivaun and Holly,
I am so sorry for your loss. I wish for you the joys of the memories and smiles knowing he is watching from above. Sending prayers of peace that comes from understanding.

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Dearest Shivaun and Holly, I was so lucky to meet Poppa - he was truly such a nice man and clearly he was utterly and completely in love with both of you. You both made him so happy, and I am happy that I could watch something that beautiful. I love you both and know that you will miss him dearly. I'm always available when you feel like telling a story about him. I would love to hear it. With much love and many prayers, Kim

Kim Glassman

April 8, 2013

Dear Holly,
I'm so sorry that you lost your grandfather. Just know that it wasn't goodbye it was see you later, and that your Papa is safe in heaven with God. I want you to know that me and everyone else you know love you dearly, and are praying for you every second of the day, and wishing you lots of happiness.
Love You Lots,
Kendall

Kendall Glassman

April 8, 2013

I first met Bob under a palm tree 40 years ago. Truly, the last time ever that I saw Bob was under a palm tree a few weeks back in early March.

What a priviledge and a trip it has been knowing this man and his family, sharing all the good and not so good that life must offer.

It was in the absolute soul of this man with his quiet tenacity to never consider giving up, until his last breath. That was Bob.....

Always a giver, never a taker ( unless on sale in bulk) thoughtful, witty, appreciative of nature, respectful and honest.

I have realized over the years that a great deal of my finer qualities and the man that I am today is because of Bob.

Thank you and good night Mr.Manley...

JW

April 8, 2013

Dearest Shivaun, I send you prayers of peace and love as you release your beloved father into his greatest yet to be. I know his loving spirit is forever with you in heart and mind. With love and blessings, Tatiana

Tatiana Wrenfeather

April 8, 2013

Uncle Frank and Aunt Barbara,
Robert Manley loved you so much! Thank you for being a compassionate brother to my father, Uncle Frank. I will always remember how you called one another EVERY SINGLE SUNDAY from your early 20's to 80's! Talk about witnessing true love and devotion in the life of our extended family.

I always know who is calling when the phone rings early Sunday morning And I am so happy, as my father was, to receive those calls. I also remember how you would both go over the headline stories in The Sunday New York Times, Book Review and OpEd Section. You were such a good brother to him. Dad always said, "I am so proud of what my brother has accomplished in his life." Joe and I appreciate the care packages you sent on a regular basis, the Easter & Christmas tidings of See's Chocolates, the many, many gifts, cards and tender words of support. You were there for me every day of the last two months of my father's life, calling to check in and simply listen. When I was crying, you soothed me; when I was questioning what to do next, you problem-solved. I will never forget the way you expressed your deep love for Dad and our family during that time. I would just like to say again, Uncle Frank, that your brother loved you SO VERY MUCH.

Aunt Barbara, my Dad always said "the best thing Uncle Frank ever did was marry Barbara. She is so capable and so caring."...Bob Manley loved you totally and completely and said, "Everyone in this world should have such a constant loving presence in their lives as Barbara has been to our family." During your extended trips out to California, you would give my father great encouragement to go on and keep learning, painting, writing. Your quiet times together always produced a physical and emotionial re-bound. You helped me with meals, planning, Dad's walker, finding engaging programs for him, perfect exercise @ the Senior Center, etc. You were an aunt, a sister and a spiritual friend to me when I needed your support the most. I will always appreciate and value the deep way you cared for my father and my parents,all their married lives AND the way you love our daughter, Holly Colleen.
I love and admire you both.
Your loving niece, Shivaun

Shivaun

April 8, 2013

Dear Bob,
I learned of your passing this morning. My heart let out a sigh. In the few months I knew you, I felt like I'd known you forever. Every time I walked into Desert Cove you greeted me with a big smile and a compliment. The greatest compliment was, of course, when you asked me to marry you. I think you proposed a dozen times. Of course I considered the proposal but I didn't think my husband David would understand.

You brought sunshine into every room you entered. You never had a cross word. You brought smiles into my life during a very difficult time.

The love you gave to Holly and Shivaun and Joe was from the heart. You left this world making sure your family knew you loved them and appreciated them. As you travel to the next world, be brave, your loved ones are safe and hold you close in their hearts and memories.

Your friend,
Sue Davis, Richard's daughter

Sue Davis

April 8, 2013

dear Shivaun Joe and Holly sorry to here about your dad and grandad he will be sadly missed by all xxxxxxx

anne , jim , sarah wilson

April 8, 2013

Bob, what a pleasure it was to get to know you over these last 12 years. From the seminars at Caltech to our unplanned layover in Salt Lake City you made my life richer for having known you. Thanks also for your lovely daughter Shivaun and, by way of her, the blessing we all share in Holly.

Joe Hinman

April 8, 2013

Dear Shivaun, Joe and Holly
I was so privileged to have the opportunity to visit America and spent time with you and your family and would have loved to spend more time with Bob to sit listen and learn about the wonderful life he shared with your Mum, yourself and Family. my thought and love are with you all at this time. just wish I could be there to give you Hugs
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together
Liz Dewar Perth Scotland

Liz Dewar

April 8, 2013

To Shivaun, Holly, and Joe,
i just want to say that I think about Bob as if he was still here with us. Uncle bob was just like a grandfather to me, and that though will reamain the same forever. Rest in peace Robert Manley Jr.

Lily DeFulgentiis

April 8, 2013

Dear Shivaun, Joe and Holly,
Bob's legacy lives on. May the memory of this special person--whom I was fortunate to meet a few times and who enjoyed reading the magazines I sent him--give you comfort and warm your hearts. Shivaun, you are a wonderful, living tribute to your father and your mother. Peace and love always.

John Falcioni

April 7, 2013

My special memory is his last visit to my house for one of our church BBQ's. Mr. Manley was such a kind and gentle man every time I saw him, and I am glad that I had the pleasure to meet such a gentle man.

April 7, 2013

Dear Shivaun, Joe & Holly: My thoughts are certainly with you, as they have been off and on over the past year. It was a delightful surprise to meet your Mom and Dad when I moved into The Scripps Home in Altadena and discovered he had grown up near Genesee Depot in Wisconsin just a few short miles from where I grew up nearly a generation later. They were a fascinating couple, and I was so impressed with your Dad's pride in your mother, saying, "I married the smartest woman in the world." What a tribute to both of them. Whatever life is in the hereafter, I hope we can all sit down together over endless cups of coffee, or tea, and I can listen to them reminisce.

Kathleen McKenzie

April 7, 2013

To Shivaun and family
My prayers are with you in your loss. He lived a long, full life. He and his wife were good neighbors for us at Scripps Home in Altadena. They offered the warmth of their friendship to us. May your hearts rest in peace for you have been so faithful with your loving help.

Beulah Faulkner

April 7, 2013

I was honored to have met both Mr. and Mrs. Manley--lovely people and the proof is in their daughter, Shivaun. May God keep you all in the palm of His hand. Kate Reeves

April 7, 2013

We'll miss our walks together!
Frankie, Molly & Bing

Frankie & Molly Manley

April 7, 2013

I am sad that my friend, Robert Manley, received his golden wings and I will miss his warm, wry smile and sense of humor. Bob was an engaging presence and his always curious mind made him such a pleasure to be with.

My deepest sympathies to his beautiful daughter, wonderful granddaughter, and Joe.

Roberta Marti

April 7, 2013

My deepest sympathies to you Shivaun and your Family. I'll always be here for you, my friend. Roberta

Roberta Gittens

April 7, 2013

Dear Shivaun, Joe and Holly,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather. I am grateful for having met him. I know he loved you all deeply. Without question you will miss him dearly, but just try to think of the fun he is having whooping it up in heaven, with your mom/grandma, on a beach!

Mary Allison

April 7, 2013

We love you Uncle Bob. But instead of crying because you're gone, we're smiling because you lived. Love, Carol, Eric, Emma and Rebecca

April 7, 2013

Fond memories of you Bob and the many laughs we shared with the Chicken Lady!

Joan Andrews

April 7, 2013

Dear Papa,
You were the sweetest grandpa in the whole wide world! I love you, Holly

Holly

April 7, 2013

Thank you for being a loving father, brother and grandfather, Papa. We miss you today and always. You were such a gentle, loving presence in our lives. We will go on loving you forever! Shivaun & Family

Shivaun

April 7, 2013

My deepest sympathy to devoted daughter Shivaun, and brother Frank, and all the Manley and Hinman families on the passing of their beloved father and brother. May knowing Mr. Manley has been reunited with his beloved wife Seon in eternal peace with our Lord bring you comfort. My thoughts, prayers and love to all the family,

Cathee Antonetz

March 25, 2013

Our love, prayers and thoughts to all of you from Dorothy's family in Austin. Thanks to Jesus we will all be united in Heaven some day soon.

Nancy Blunk

March 24, 2013

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