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Lindsey Levy
August 23, 2024 | South Charleston, WV | Acquaintance
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My father Stephen a. Underwood , jr. was a rifleman in company a 142 in the selestat battle. Mr. Mann's company fought off the onslaught of many hundreds of Germans who had company b surrounded. Dewey directing fire against tanks with artillery falling around him. Heinrich Himmler was in charge of battle 12-12-1944. The entire battalion received the presidential unit citation.
Sure would appreciate photo of this great American. Thanks, [email protected]
Greg Underwood
May 09, 2024 | Packwood, Washington, WA | Student
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My,Dad was Pedro(Pete Lopez) from Edinburg Texas. He passed away in November of 2011 at 97. I clearly remember him talking about Dewey Mann. We had some great Dad’s.
Pete Lopez Jr.
Pete Lopez Jr.
November 21, 2023 | Seguin, TX | Friend
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Thank you Mr Mann you have a lovely daughter.
Mark Thompson
July 13, 2022 | CLERMONT, FL
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I was blessed to have had Mr. Mann be a part of my life. My Dad (Frank Gaul) served with Mr. Mann during WWII. Mr. Mann never stopped caring for his men which I saw repeatedly over the years . I attended many of the Company B reunions with my Dad and got to know Mr. Mann and others that my Dad served with in WWII. These men formed an unbreakable bond, the depth that can only really be known by them. We, the generation that followed, owe them all everything. I wish I had known of Mr....
Niki Pereira
July 01, 2019 | Philadelphia, PA | Friend
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I am so sorry for the loss of your dad, your grandfather and great grandfather. My mom dated him when she was 19. I can't tell you how wonderful he was to me as a teacher for I taught on the West Side of Charleston: He gave me rugs for my classroom. Dewey was so accomplished and a great businessman. I'm so glad an article had been done about him long while back. Sending prayers and sympathy.
Sherry Hill
July 03, 2016 | Charleston, WV
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Linda, Ellen and Wilson, my Mom called to let me know that your Dad had passed away and I wanted to say how very sorry I was to hear that. I always thought your Dad was such a kind and generous person. I know that you and your family will miss him greatly.
Gaye Murphy(Galloway)
July 02, 2016 | Tempe, AZ
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So sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family.
Ovie Gibson
July 02, 2016 | Nitro, WV
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Linda and family, I'm sorry for your loss. He was deeply loved by his family. I know he meant a lot to everyone that had the honor to meet him and have him be a part in their life. The kids and I always enjoyed hearing his stories and being around him.
Michael Carpenter
July 01, 2016 | Scott Depot, WV
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Obituary
Dewey's Obituary
Dewey Wilson Mann, Sr., of Nitro, WV, passed away on June 28, 2016, surrounded by his children, Wilson Ellen, and Linda, at his home, at the age of 99. He was a member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Nitro. He was a businessman and owned Andrews Floor and Wall Covering Company since 1950.
He was pre-deceased by his loving wife of 65 years, Ruth Skaggs Mann. He is survived by his three children, Wilson Mann (Bev), Ellen Mann, and Linda Kelly (Barry). Grandchildren Christina Yauch (John), Carolyn Dean, Aaron Mann, Kacie Mann, Lindsay Kelly, Katie Kelly, and Stephanie Kelly. Great-grandchildren Taylor Dean, Sophia Dean, Carly Mann, Evan Mann, Caileigh Yauch, Victoria Yauch, Kathryn Yauch, and Reese Mann. Numerous nieces and nephews.
Born May 24, 1917. Son of Luther and Rosie Mann. (Siblings were Kyle, Verda, Kenneth, and Alfred).
Dewey served on the Charleston Board of Directors of Union Mission, Kanawha County Dental Health, Veterans of Foreign War, Past-President of Charleston Civitan Club, member of Nitro City Council, erected memorial at Nitro City Park in honor of his men of Company B (WW II), and founder of the flag memorial of Nitro, and was an avid golfer.
He was one of the of the most decorated soldiers from West Virginia – a true World War II hero. Captain of Company B – 1stBattalion, 142nd Infantry Regiment – 36th Division from September 24, 1941 – July 10, 1947. He earned the following medals: Silver Star, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, American Defense Service, American Campaign, Asiatic Pacific Campaign, Europe-African Middle Eastern Campaign, World War II Victory Medal, Army Occupation Medal, France Croix De Guerre Medal. He also received: A Certificate of Commendation for the Secretary of State’s Office by Natalie Tennant, Certificate of the Chief Executive Order from Gov. Joe Manchin, The Order National De La Legion D’Honour (Legion of Honor from France: Highest decoration in France). A U.S. Flag was flown over the U.S. Capitol on 3/10/2010 in honor of Dewey W. Mann, which this flag was later given to him by Rep. Shelly Moore Capito.
There will be a Celebration of his Life on Saturday, July 2, 2016, at 1:00pm, at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, in Nitro. Visitation prior to the service will be 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Final resting place will be Cunningham Memorial Park, in St. Albans, with Military Honors.
Many thanks to his caregivers Susan, Tiffany, Dawn, Linda, Sheila, and Taylor for many years of service. Our family has embraced you forever.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to any West Virginia Flood Relief Program, of your choice. Cooke Funeral Home Nitro is serving the Mann Family.
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