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WILLIAM MANNING Obituary
He was born and grew up in Wrentham, MA. He graduated from Bishop Feehan High School, Marquette University with a BSEE in 1988, and Northeastern University with an MSEE in 1995. Upon graduation from Marquette, he joined Texas Instruments in Attleboro, MA, where he worked in Product Engineering. He moved to Schneider Electric, where he served as Vice President of their Development Organization located in Andover, MA. His cancer forced him to semi-retire in 2020.
His joy was in family and friends. He was a loving husband, father, and son. He was proud of both his sons, watching them grow and mature into wonderful and successful men. Bill loved family gatherings and dinners at local venues as his laughter and fun side would light up the room. He was selfless to those he loved, offering his talents to anyone whom he could help.
Bill played several sports growing up and went on to coach for his boys. His closest friends were lifelong with whom he enjoyed camaraderie, competition, and social occasions.
A Celebration of his Life will be held at a later date. Bill will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him.
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Ivan Manzano
September 1, 2022
I met Bill in 1988 at Texas Instruments in Attleboro, MA. We were two rookies. He was my boss and I was his first employee who just graduated from New England Tech. By the way, he invited me to a restaurant to celebrate my graduation, we had a great time. We work in building 21 at TI (Motor Control). We had excellent work experiences. I resigned in 1990 to move to Puerto Rico. A few times I did Internet searches for his whereabouts and never found anything. Today, after 32 years, I found this. I am in shock. Bill was an exaggeratedly responsible person, very polite, very respectful, an excellent human being and sometimes very funny. By then Bill was skinny and single. Now I know that he has a beautiful family. God richly bless his family. Peace!
J Nelson
June 8, 2021
Bill was above me for part of my time at APC. He always used very kind words with me, & God used him in my life. I retired under him many years ago and am so glad he had such a wonderful effect on so many around him. I pray those who knew him will be comforted by the love of God through Jesus. Lord bless each one of those people, specially his family and bring your peace to them, in Jesus' name. Amen
Marie (Camus) Sonnentag
May 8, 2021
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Manning, MB, Todd, Laura,
I am so sorry and saddened to hear of Bill’s passing. He was an amazing person that always lit up a room with his big smile and that twinkle in his eyes. His sense of humor and positivity carried us through those grueling engineering days at MU.
May you cherish all the beautiful memories of Bill for an eternity, and take comfort in new ones as his legacy lives on in his sons. My deepest heartfelt sympathies to you all, his wife and sons.
RIP Billy Bob
Myles & Anne McHugh
April 27, 2021
I am so sorry for the families loss. I grew up with Billy and Maribeth in Wrentham and played on many sports teams together. Billy was always smiling and looked up to the older kids. I am sure he is smiling down on all of us from Heaven. My condolences to the entire Manning family.
KATHLEEN M HINES
April 26, 2021
Dear Uncle Bill, Aunt Nancy, Maribeth, Todd, Laura, Susan, Liam and Ian,
I will always remember Billy's great smile!
We spoke briefly at my dad's wake less than 18 months ago. Billy spoke openly about his family supporting him through his illness and how grateful it made him feel. I hope knowing this will bring you some peace.
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy
Shelby
April 26, 2021
Sue
Tonight I have just heard about Bill. I am heartbroken for you and your boys. I will never forget Bill breaking the ice and initiating a conversation between us. I am not one for talking much but Bill made me feel instantly at ease. I liked Bill from the start. A true gentleman. I am thinking of you.
Mirza A. Beg
April 25, 2021
I have worked for Bill for over 15 years at APC and Schneider. He was a decent, honest and fair person. It was my privilege and good fortune to get to know him. Working with Bill for over 15 years was the most enjoyable period of my career and most fulfilling as well. Rest in eternal peace my friend, you will always be in my prayers. May God give courage and patience to the grieving family to bear this loss.
Brendan Walsh
April 23, 2021
I have wonderful memories of Billy, especially his big smile and warm heart. My deepest condolences to the entire loving Manning family.
Brendan Walsh
April 23, 2021
I have wonderful memories of Billy, especially his big smile and warm heart. My deepest condolences to the entire loving Manning family.
Suzanne Bohen
April 23, 2021
Susan, Ian and Liam, Dan and I enjoyed getting to know Bill. We enjoyed sharing many stories and laughs at Lido Towers.
Suzanne Bohen
April 23, 2021
Susan, Liam and Ian, Dan and I enjoyed getting to know Bill and sharing stories and laughs at Lido Towers. He will be missed.
Lisa Yurkoski
April 22, 2021
As our neighbor for 20+ years; we are still in shock and beyond saddened that you are gone. Colburn Lane will never be the same without you here. While always working hard on your yard; you would never pass up the chance to talk to us and make us smile. It will never be the same without seeing you outside in your yard. Thank you for being such a kind and special person to us and you will never be forgotten. Sincere sympathy to your family.
The Yurkoski Family
Teresa roberts
April 22, 2021
Hi Bill. You were such a nice guy. I didn't work directly for you but had many co workers that did at SE RiP. Teresa Roberts
Maria Palumbo
April 22, 2021
Billy had an amazing energy and a remarkable sense of humor. Very fond memories of him and sister Maribeth and one very special vacation at their lake house in NH.
My Deepest Condolences to his very special family. Maria (Colletto) Palumbo
Maria
April 22, 2021
Billy had an amazing energy and from what I recall - a sense of humor that was quite remarkable. My Very Deepest Sympathies, Maria (Colletto) Palumbo
Jill Richardson
April 22, 2021
Sending much love to Susan, Liam and Ian
Dan Daugherty
April 22, 2021
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Bill and I met our freshman year at Marquette as we were assigned the same floor at McCormick Hall ("Heaven on Seven"). We Chicago guys quickly bonded with Bill and his fellow Attleboro compatriots Paul Achin, Sergio Pedro and Steve Hudson (RIP). We all watched Super Bowl 20 together, at least for the first half and became roommates our senior year. Bill was a great friend and I mourn his passing. Condolences and prayers to the Manning family.
Bonni Haith
April 22, 2021
I will miss your smile and your spirit Billy. I was so blessed to see you in 2019. My heart goes out to his entire family. I am heart broken myself. We had so many laughs in High School.
Watch over all of us my friend.
Bonni Haith
April 22, 2021
I miss you already Billy
The sun just isn’t shinning as bright without you
I know you will watch out for your family
You were one of the “good guys”
Watch over us all
JoAnne Roditakis
April 21, 2021
I am so sorry to hear that Bill has passed, he was always such a nice guy, friendly and always smiling. I am so glad to have been one of his classmates at BFHS. My sincerest sympathy to his family. May his memory be eternal
Your friends in Taiwan
April 21, 2021
We will miss you very much, Bill
Mary Young
April 21, 2021
Dear Susan and family. Our deepest sympathies. How fortunate we were to meet Bill this year in Sarasota. He always had a smile and a positive attitude. He made you feel good when you greeted him or was greeted by him. He was truly special. God bless you and your family. Sincerely, Mary and Randy Young
Sandra Docking
April 21, 2021
I was able to meet Susan and Bill in Fl. and immediately felt an easy connection. Reading through the many condolences I see abundance of
love for him. What a wonderful blessing he was to so many. Surely Bill knew how completely he was loved. Please find comfort knowing this Susan.
Jerry and Sandy Docking
Ron Catanzaro
April 21, 2021
My deepest condolences to the Manning family. I worked directly with Bill for more than 10 years as part of the APC consumer product team and enjoyed all our challenges, successes, and laughs together. He was always kind, supportive and friendly. I will miss him.
Pedro Robredo
April 21, 2021
I was a colleague of Bill at Schneider Electric. A great human being with a constant smile and the right perspective. Always willing to listen, to spend time with others, to help. I'm glad we crossed paths in life. My condolences to the family. Rest in Peace Bill.
Rob McKernan
April 21, 2021
My condolences to the entire Manning family. I worked with Bill at APC & Schneider Electric. Bill was always known for his intelligence, his warmth, and being an overall nice person. He will be very much missed.
Jeanne Simeone
April 21, 2021
Susan, Ian, Liam,
I am so saddened to hear of Bill's passing and my heart and prayers go out to you and your entire family and so many friends.
I, too, am part of the group having joined APC (Schneider Electric) in 1997 and worked out of the West Kingston office working with Bill often over the years until 2017. Bill had such a joyful presence and was just an amazing person to work with. His joyful presence loomed even larger at the various engineering/product management team building and social gathering events. Rest in peace, Bill.
Dave Johnson
April 21, 2021
Bill was a wonderful person in every way. He was also cheerful and positive, even when things were tough. He was a confident leader with a steady hand. Bill was selfless - always focused on other individuals and the team. He was the kind of person that just made you smile when you encountered him. I am shocked and saddened to hear the news of his passing. May God bless his family.
Donna J. Walsh
April 21, 2021
Dear Sue , Ian and Liam
I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your dear husband and father .
Bill was such a sweet , genuine, kind, gentle man that always left me feeling happier for having seeing him - usually first thing Friday mornings at the dental office , always with a big smile .
My deepest sympathy
Donna J Walsh
Lisa Klowan
April 21, 2021
My prayers go out to Bill’s family. I went to high sco with Bill and know him as a wonderful man who was quick to laugh. I hope your memories help to sustain you.
Bonni Haith
April 21, 2021
I’m so shocked and saddened
For everyone
He was special person taken too soon
Many wonderful memories from HS with his sister Maribeth
My thought go to his entire family
Jack Chang
April 21, 2021
I am so sad to hear about Bill’s passing, he is a great leader and kind friend for us.
May God bless him with peace in Heaven.
Helen Ding
April 21, 2021
Bill was a wonderful coworker and great leader. He brought so much energy and strong work ethics. On top of that he truly cared about people. Every small chat next to the coffee machine or in the office, he was always optimistic and engaging and very proud to talk about family. I wish him Rest In Peace.
Benjamin Wu and friends in Taiwan
April 21, 2021
I knew Bill when joining APC/ Schneider. Bill is a wonderful leaders with passion and positive thinking. He always brought the smile and confidence to his teammates playing together.
In each challenge or accomplishment, he always motivate and encourage all teammates to move forward.
Thanks for many beautiful things he brought to us and this world.
He will be missed very much.
May his soul Rest In Peace
Chiranjeevi
April 21, 2021
He is a Great Leader
Vinod kumar
April 20, 2021
Bill was a great leader who always inspired all of us. May his soul rest in peace
Mahesh B. S
April 20, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Paul Bohan
April 20, 2021
I was shocked and saddened to hear the news today about Bill's passing. Bill and I both started at APC/Schneider Electric in 1997 and we have known each other and worked together ever since. It was a pleasure and a privilege to work with Bill and a honor to become a friend. Bill loved his family and often spoke about them. I spent a wonderful day watching football at his home in Littleton with the family who could not have been more welcoming. I remember one Sunday night arriving late from Ireland into Boston in the middle of an unexpected snowstorm. There was no chance that I could continue my journey. Bill called me as he knew I was coming in, and not only did be book a hotel for me on my route but also talked me from the highway directly to the front door of the hotel. He was one of life's gentlemen and I am so sorry for your loss. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Jack Hines
April 20, 2021
I did not see Bill (Billy) a lot but as cousins who would see each other occasionally at family gatherings I was always impressed with his smile, friendliness, and genuine interest in catching up with me. I do remember one time a while back when he and Susan invited me to their beautiful home to share a Sunday afternoon at the pool. I had a great time and felt so much at home with them and their two kids Ian and Liam. Last time I ran into Bill was probably about 4 years ago on the street Cambridge. He yelled “hey Jackie” with a big smile, a warm handshake, and a nice catch-up conversation. That was typical Bill.
I am so sorry Susan, Aunt Nancy, Uncle Bill, and the rest of Bill’s family (Ian, Liam, Maribeth, Todd, Laura) for your loss. Way too young for this.
Rich Stockman
April 20, 2021
First and foremost, my most sincerest sympathies for all of the family, relatives and friends of Billy. Billy and I went to high school together but we grew much closer during the college years and later. One of the best compliments that I believe can be bestowed on anyone .. is when you think of that person, the thought of them makes you smile or even laugh. Billy was that person. Even though we lost touch over the years with our respective families, whenever we did get together it was as though we have been talking all along and we never missed a beat. The last time I saw Billy was at our High School reunion and he had me in stiches the entire time. I consider Billy to be one of my best of friends and I know that I am not the only one who feels that way. That is just the person who Billy was. Rest in peace my brother, you will be sorely missed.
Jim Simonelli
April 20, 2021
Susan, Ian and Liam,
My deepest sympathies on the loss of Bill. I worked for many years with Bill and his positive attitude and sense of humor had a deep impact on all of us at APC and then Schneider Electric and will be truly missed.
Jane and Jim Minton
April 19, 2021
So very sorry to loose a great neighbor. Jim and I were so pleased that Bill was going to be a board member and we would get to know him better in his retirement. Susan, our hearts go out to you and your sons.
Maureen Simopoulos
April 19, 2021
Uncle Bill, Aunt Nancy, Susan, Liam, Ian, Maribeth, Todd, and Laura,I am so sorry for your loss. Billy will be surely missed by all who knew him. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Allyson Gartley
April 19, 2021
I am so sorry for your family’s loss. I met Billy when I was in 8th grade, he was a sweet, funny gentleman on that day and always was every time I saw him over the years. My heart is heavy for everyone who knew and loved him. God bless, and please know you are all in my prayers.
Kevin Hines
April 19, 2021
I am sorry to hear about Billy's passing. I have fond memories of Billy and our conversations at family gatherings. I appreciated him attending my dad's 90th birthday where we were able to catch up.
Aunt Nancy, Uncle Bill, Todd, Marybeth & Laura, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Robin Lehman
April 19, 2021
Dearest Susan,
I am so incredibly sad and shocked to hear of Bill's passing. I was so happy that he had been elected to the condo board, and was getting ready to send him an email. But more than that, I was happy that Wayne and I got to know you both better this year. We were so looking forward to both of you coming to visit us in Portsmouth. Please know you are in our hearts.
Megan Nocivelli
April 19, 2021
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Manning, Maribeth, Laura, and Todd,
I am so sorry to hear of Billy's passing. I know this is a tremendous loss for your family. I have such fond memories of spending time with Billy in Falmouth and when he visited Newport. He was such an impressive young man and I am sure he was a wonderful husband and father. My deepest condolences to Bill's wife and children.
Megan (Trainor) Nocivelli
Jim and Anne McGlame
April 19, 2021
Dear Susan, Ian and Liam,
We are so sorry and saddened by the news of Bill’s passing and have such wonderful and fond memories of family times and gatherings. Bill will always be as much of a brother as he was a cousin - he will be missed by all of us! We are here for you all and you have been and continue to be in our prayers! May God bless you all. Love to you all. Cousin Jim, Anne, Emily and Nolan ❤
Jim and Anne McGlame
April 19, 2021
Dear Susan, Ian and Liam,
We are so sorry and saddened by the news of Bill’s passing and have such wonderful and fond memories of family times and gatherings. Bill will always be as much of a brother as he was a cousin - he will be missed by all of us! We are here for you all and you have been and continue to be in our prayers! Love to you all! Cousin Jim, Anne, Emily and Nolan ❤
Jim and Anne McGlame
April 19, 2021
Dear Susan, Ian and Liam,
We are so sorry and saddened by the news of Bill’s passing and have such wonderful and fond memories of family times and gatherings. Bill will always be as much of a brother as he was a cousin - he will be missed by all of us! We are here for you all and you have been and continue to be in our prayers! Love to you all! Cousin Jim, Anne, Emily and Nolan ❤
Lorraine Butler
April 18, 2021
I don't know you I'm so sorry to hear about your husband passing he is now resting in peace may god be with you and your family you are all in my prays always remember the good times you had with him
Mark & Jeanne Hickox
April 18, 2021
Dear Sue, Ian, Liam and extended family and friends. We are deeply saddened and shocked to hear the news of Bill's passing. He will be missed by all. We are sorry that the pandemic did not allow us to enjoy his (or your) company over the past year, but please know that if you need anything during this time or in the days ahead to let us know. We are certain that there are many good memories that will be of comfort at this time and in the future. With love, Mark & Jeanne
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