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Michael Price Manning

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Anderson & Campbell Funeral Home - Toms River

703 Main Street

Toms River, New Jersey

Michael Manning Obituary

Michael Price Manning

AGE: 47 • Neptune

Michael Price Manning, 47, of Neptune, passed away on Monday, Dec. 29, 2014. He was born in Jersey City. He was formerly of Middletown, and was a graduate of Middletown North H.S. Michael was a Master Carpenter at Shore Construction of Belmar. He was a Master Craftsman, who enjoyed spending time on the water in his sailboat. He was an avid guitar player and phenomenal chef.

He is survived by his parents, Lawrence and Ruth Manning of Toms River; a sister, Jeanmarie Lamme and her husband Dennis of Toms River; three brothers, Brian Manning and his wife Debra of Wall, Larry Manning and his wife Merry of Demarest, and Sean Manning and his wife Stacey of Cresskill. He was an uncle who loved his 10 nieces and nephews.

Visiting will be from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3 at the Anderson & Campbell Funeral Home, 703 Main St., Toms River. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3 at St. Joseph Church, 685 Hooper Ave., Toms River. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery in Toms River. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions in his name to The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation website. Condolences may be made by visiting www.andersonandcampbell.com.

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Published by Asbury Park Press from Dec. 31, 2014 to Jan. 2, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Manning

100 Entries

Kerry Seekircher

April 16, 2023

Hi Michael!

I just came across a vintage Lennon poster. Made me sad at first but then I thought - you must know him now!

I tell my kids all the silly games we would play together like one day you suggested we speak exclusively in clichés. Another time we spoke very intensely all day. You were/are so much fun! There´s no one like you.

I think of you so often. I miss and love you so much.

January 23, 2017

Dear Manning family,
Mike was my buddy from St. Mary's and then Middletown North. He was always a good friend. I think of him often and he is on my daily prayer list.
God bless you and your family.
Sincerely Kathryn Ronayne Kane

Kerry Seekircher

January 22, 2017

Michael,

A little late, but happy 50th birthday! Our shared birthday was on the 7th. I thought a lot about you that day. I think of you often and God keeps sending me more and more great memories of you.

Love you, - Kerry

To the Manning family,
I think of all of you often as well and I'm so terribly sorry.

Much love,
Kerry Seekircher

January 7, 2016

I have a son who shares Mikes birthday.
Apparently it's a popular day to be born!
It's a pretty cool thing because during our dinner tonight Mike's name came up and we had a moment. I, of course, raised my glass and we all toasted Mike. Soda, chocolate milk & beer. I don't see that stopping anytime soon. We won't forget.
Just wanted to let the Manning Family know that.
Lenny

Happy Birthday Mike!

Kerry Seekircher

December 30, 2015

To the Manning family,

I know this past year has brought you unthinkable grief. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

To Michael,

I think of you every single day, just like I had the last 20 years, only now I can talk to you and you hear me, like you told me in that dream. I have never stopped loving you and never will. You are loved and missed by so many. May you rest in peace in Gods loving arms.

I love you,
Kerry Seekircher

December 27, 2015

Mike - 1 year and the pain is not less. I love you, talk to you, miss you, and remember you....I know you're with me.

Have Peace My Brother, they're are a whole lot of people who look forward to catching up with you strumming the guitar, singing songs we all know, and having fun. I only wish we could have done more of that here........

I hope I live a long life but can't wait to see you again,
Larry

Richard Plungis

December 8, 2015

Mike, We talk about you all the time like your still with us then we realize and put our heads down in sadness. I can't tell you how many times memories Poped up and songs I heard that reminded me of you bringing tears like right now. Everyone shared pics of you which brought back so many precious memories when we were young , I can still hear your voice in my mind like it was yesterday. You were one of the only ones that called me Richie. My mom was too sad to come see you when she heard, she loved you so much. I never forget how you and her used to chat together when she came home from work and we were hanging out . God did we all have such a blast together. I wish you were still here so bad, just to spend one more of those magical days together. You were one of a kind.
See you on the other side one day brother. We will all be together again, one day we will be in the presence of your greatness. We will think of you and tell the stories till our end. Love you Mike .
Full of tears brother
Rich.

Candace an Glenn Golba

December 6, 2015

I can't believe it's almost a year is almost here that ur gone. We think of you often an even found video tapes of the famous canoes trips. May u have a merry xmas up above in heaven with all the angels, I am sure ur dancing with a few very pretty ones . Ur gone but never forgotten

Kerry Beltram

March 22, 2015

To the Manning family,

I knew Michael 20 years ago. I'll never forget our first date when we realized we had the same birthday. I remember staying up all night listening to him playing guitar and singing with him, hanging out at his shop talking and laughing at his jokes while he created his masterpieces. I've never been able to look at a clawfoot piece of furniture without thinking of him.

We were engaged 20 years ago but never made it to the alter. But I loved him with all my heart and have never forgotten him. I tried looking him up many times over the years but to no avail. I had a dream about him this morning. In it he said, "Now you can talk to me whenever you want to." Because of the dream I tried again to look him up online and found his obituary. I cant help believing it was him. I cannot tell you how sorry I am. He was gifted with both talent and charisma and well, just so cool.

Your family is in my prayers.

-Kerry Seekircher Beltram

January 24, 2015

On behalf of the Manning Family, we would like to thank everyone for their kind words, thoughts and prayers over the past few days. Although we are devastated, we are a very strong family. Yet, we find comfort from your presence and condolences.
We would particularly like to recognize Mike Circelli
whose dedication to Michael's well being cannot be overstated. Our family is eternally grateful for your consistent support.
We would like everyone to close their eyes- and tilt an ear toward the sky- listen. We can hear an argument about who is the best carpenter in heaven. Michael is loud, and is even getting louder. His irreverence aside- Michael is religious with a deep faith and knows Jesus has his back- literally.
We all know Michael had many talents- he could easily engage everyone at the party, hear a song and play it on his guitar, and look at a recipe (disregard most of the instruction) and whip up a great dish. Yet, Michael's true passion was carpentry and woodwork. We knew this at an early age when he played for hours with Lincoln Logs (you did not want to knock over that cabin, big fight.)
Michael's nephews benefitted from his talent as he generously made “The Whiz Kid” and “Keep on Truckin” foot stools for potty training. His talent expanded beyond a simple footstool. He built many rooms and additions that house a lot of families and friends. All right, it may have taken a bit longer but it was always done with love and care. We all have our special memories of Michael, but I will always remember him saying to me, “Hey Jeanie Sister Love” whenever we spoke.
Irish Mike- as he famously called himself and many here know him as- but we, his family, always called him Michael.
Today, he should have the last say- with a twist. So Irish Mike for now is I WISH MIKE

I wish Mike was still here- he was taken much too soon and so young.

I wish Mike a goodnight's sleep and eternal peace. He deserves it.

I wish and I know Mike will never be forgotten. So when you see that single sail on the horizon, or hear an Eric Clapton riff and a John Lennon lyric, or see a finely made piece of furniture with an inlay just so-

Think of Irish Mike or Michael.
I know I will.

Kathy Ronayne

January 14, 2015

To the Manning Family,
I am in shock over this loss. Mike was my buddy at St. Mary's right through Middletown North. I can only picrue him as a calm cool smiling character. I have spent one whole day praying for him. I know the Lord has him and is with him. He is a gentle soul. I can't stop thinking of him. I know he is ok though. I trust in the Lord. Sincerely Kathy Ronayne Kane

January 13, 2015

To the Manning Family, We are very sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Cristin (Rodrick)McCarthy and Joe Rodrick

Mary McKenna Bickel

January 12, 2015

Dear Mannings,
I am so sorry for your loss and will keep Mike and all of you in my prayers. You would be surprised at how often I've thought of Mike over the years...silly memories of passing notes to each other in the hallway or meeting for pizza at 'Mr. Pizza', watching him play handball on the playground. Funny how your first crush never is forgotten. He was 'the cutest and the coolest' in my book. And when I'd run into him occasionally when I was back home from college he greeted me like family. I am so sorry.
Much love,
Mary McKenna Bickel

Cathy O'Brien Sullivan

January 12, 2015

To the Manning Family, my deepest sympathies. I went to high school with Mike and will always remember how sweet, kind, funny, and handsome he was! I am so sorry for your loss.

Richard Plungis

January 10, 2015

To the Manning Family,
The hurt continues for us all but your pain is unimaginable. When your heart breaks and tears roll it opens your heart for Mikes spirit to come in. The more you let him in the better you will feel and eventually the tears become smiles as we know he is with us closer now than ever; in our hearts. I don't think any of us will get to smile yet cause there is so much of him to let in. Rest assure we are here feeling it with you and your not alone. I do not think anyone will ever understand the closeness one can get like a mother and child coming from her womb; until this time when we let him back into our heart to be with us through eternity. Rest assure he is with us and when you feel him around don't fight the heart Break and tears just open your heart and let him in to fill the emptiness he Eventually will.
Huge hugs to Mom , Dad brothers and sisters .
Tears.
Rich and the Plungis family

Christmas in South Carolina. Dad, Sean and Mike with Cyril and Brad.

January 7, 2015

Mike and Jeanmarie at Sean and Stacey's wedding

January 7, 2015

Confirmation

January 7, 2015

Sean lost a bet...serves Mike breakfast

January 7, 2015

Mike (background) and Sean - Spring Break '74

January 7, 2015

High School yearbook

January 7, 2015

The Manning Boys

January 7, 2015

Thanksgiving 1981

January 7, 2015

Leather vest and Sweater Boy

January 7, 2015

Easter 1989

January 7, 2015

the Red Jacket!!

January 7, 2015

Sean Manning

January 7, 2015

Mikey,
Happy Birthday Brother. Your loss has been overwhelming, especially today. I want to thank you for being a great friend and a great mentor, but most of all, for being a great brother. Until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Love you.
Seany

January 7, 2015

Easter 1989

Sean Manning

January 7, 2015

Mikey,
Happy Birthday Brother. I miss you dearly. Your loss has been overwhelming for us, especially today. Thank you for being a great friend and a great mentor, but most of all, thanks for being a great brother. Until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Love you.
Seany

Cancun, Mexico 1988

Dave & Susan Croken

January 7, 2015

Merida, Mexico 1988

Dave & Susan Croken

January 7, 2015

Merida, Mexico 1988

Dave & Susan Croken

January 7, 2015

Jeanmarie Lamme

January 7, 2015

Dear Michael,

You will always have a piece of my heart. I miss you and love you. Happy Birthday little brother.
Love you always,
Jeanmarie
Sister Love

January 7, 2015

Dear Michael, I vividly remember the sunny winter day you were born. I barely remember the day you passed away, because my heart was breaking. The day you were buried has created an empty space in our life. Your Dad and I will be sad forever. We will always love you. Mom and Dad

Jodi-Beth Felton

January 6, 2015

Praying for Michael's family and friends during this sad time for comfort for their grief..extra angels all around...happy Michael is Home safe now even though we will miss his physical form and laughter terribly...xoxo

John Anderson

January 3, 2015

My condolences to all...Mike was a great student at St. Mary's and a good athlete...I think he had a birthday coming up...thanks for the memories. Mr. Anderson

Dianne and Mike Eckert

January 3, 2015

So sorry to hear of Michael's passing. Our deepest sympathy to all who love him. May he rest in peace.

Starla (Fincher) Kosiorowski

January 3, 2015

My sincere condolences to the Manning family may your great memories of him forever be in your hearts ??

Mike Ciasca

January 3, 2015

My condolences to the Manning Family. Mike was always a great friend growing up in Middletown. I'll cherish our memories and friendship forever. I know he'll be playing a kickin tune for the masses in Heaven! Good bless!

David and Meredith

January 3, 2015

To all the Manning family - A true craftsman was lost with the untimely passing of Michael. I know he will live in your hearts and thoughts forever and we send our sincere condolences.

Dana Bracco Mcdonald

January 3, 2015

Mike: Loved knowing you in highschool. You were a cool breeze we spent some fun times listening to Led Zeppelin and driving around. I tried to find you now that we were grown ups but I couldnt find you. Loved how calm you always were. I will always remember you........

Gregory Hart, KCHS

January 3, 2015

Eternal Rest be granted unto him, Oh Lord, and May perpetual light shine upon him, May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, Rest In Peace. Amen.
Requiescat in pace, Deus benedicat! Sir Gregory

January 3, 2015

Michael -
Gift of the Irish. Charming yet challenging, always with a smile and a twinkle in his eyes.
Regine Flimlin

The craftsman at work

January 2, 2015

Ed Krausser

January 2, 2015

Mike was a gentleman.He had a great personality and was always a pleasure to talk to.He left a positive impression on everyone and will be missed by all that new him.

January 2, 2015

Brian Manning

January 2, 2015

Michael-
You are my brother and I will love you forever.
Please have and hold us.
Be well until we meet again.

Sir Gregory Joseph Hart, KCHS

January 2, 2015

Edward Omelczuk

January 2, 2015

Glen Golba's cabin

Edward Omelczuk

January 2, 2015

Rich Plungis

January 2, 2015

It all just takes my breath away, my heart just sinks . Now His spirit is free just like he always was a free spirit sailing the seas and the way I will always remember him, a happy free spirit bringing us joy with his guitar music and making our magical moments in life more magical. Thanks Mike for all the good times . I can still hear your voice and laughter. I'm sorry you had to leave us so soon and sorry I moved far away and couldn't be there with you. I never forget visiting you at your Charleston apartment when you lived there. We had the time of our lives. Like Bob said we still feel like it were just yesterday and it kills us thinking your gone now never to bond with the pack again and to talk about old days and new ones to come. Mike it is hard to believe your on the other side now. One day we all will join you and we will catch up on our stories ,Listen to your guitar and just to hear your voice one more time would be all I would need. Your soul is blessed and your spirit I hear in all the songs you use to sing. We all love you and our hearts will ache every time something brings back memories of you. God Bless you and your family we all send prayers full of your colorful memories. Tears fall our hearts breaking only to let your spirit in and for us to carry a part of you till we join you on the other side. We all love you Mike. Love the Plungis family .

Paul Osvold

January 2, 2015

To the Manning family,
My sincerest condolences for the loss of your son, brother, and uncle.
Michael was a great friend of mine whom I have nothing but fond & happy memories of. He was quick with a joke and quicker to help out should he be asked. He will forever remain a bright reminder of the good times I had during the time I knew him. Although we hadn't spoken in some time, I miss him like I had just seen him yesterday. That is the type of person he was, memorable.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of loss. Rest in peace Michael.

January 2, 2015

Mike I pray your soul is at peace. You were a great guy and you will be missed by all who were lucky enough to have known you. My deepest condolences to your family.

January 2, 2015

Michael I will miss you forever, all of us will. To the Mannings I can't express how sorry I am for your loss.
Love, Ivy and family

Bill Boyer

January 2, 2015

To the Manning family, I am so heartbroken to hear of the loss of Michaehl it was always a pleasure to see and be with him. Always made me laugh. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and your family.

January 2, 2015

So sorry for your loss.We got to see Mike almost everyday.He will be missed.
The staff at Jaeger lumber Belmar N.J.

Kathy and Mike Sclafani

January 2, 2015

We got to know Irish Mike as he was working on our house in Brielle over the past year. Besides his phenomenal workmanship, Mike's cheerful attitude and singing made him a favorite around the work site. He even left his mark "26 + 6 = 1" on our house. When he left he promised to come by on his boat to visit. We are so sorry we won't be seeing him again.

To his family and friends, please accept our heartfelt condolences.

James Cross

January 2, 2015

Deepest condolences to the Manning family. Mike will be missed.

January 1, 2015

Mr and Mrs Manning, Jean Marie, Brian, Larry, and Sean, I was so sad to hear about the loss of Michael. I think about our childhood constantly. and it is always with fond memories. God Rest his soul.
So Sorry...
All my Love
Chris Kotch

Lisa Bandarenko

January 1, 2015

Dear Manning family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers. I have great memories of Mike throughout high school in Middletown. Rest in peace Mike.

Jeannie, Brian, Michael, Larry, Sean forever.

January 1, 2015

Jeannie, Brian, Michael, Larry, Sean forever

January 1, 2015

Barbara and I were first introduced to "Irish Mike" a few years ago through our daughter Liz. We quickly became very fond of him. He was a fine person - always respectful - always pleasant- always with a laugh - always willing to do the right thing. He was also a good story teller in the Irish tradition. We will miss him. God bless him.

Bill and Beth Clayton

January 1, 2015

To Irish Mikes's family and friends who will miss him so much. I am so grateful for knowing him and so wish for more of those times. We ALWAYS enjoyed Irish, the joy in his purchase of that sailboat, music along the Shark River, and will be giving a second look every time I see a grey van turning a corner in the neighborhood. Prayers to Mike and prayers to the entire family and community of those who love him.

Jenn Lewis

January 1, 2015

To the Manning family,

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy.......

January 1, 2015

Carolann & Harry Miller

January 1, 2015

To the Manning Family, We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers...

Donna Barone

December 31, 2014

I am so deeply saddened to hear of Mike's passing. He made a tremendous impact on my life and I am blessed to have had the privilege to know him. To the Manning family I am so sorry for the wrenching pain losing him brings to your hearts.

Donna Nappo Barone

December 31, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about Mikes passing. Though I hadn't seen him in along time ,I remember all the laughs we had together..May he rest in peace.

Donna Hess

December 31, 2014

To the Manning Family,
I am very sad to hear of Michael's passing. There are no words to take always your pain and sadness. My love and sympathy for you all.

Jim Maggs

December 31, 2014

To the Manning family, We were so sorry to hear about Michael's sudden passing. You all are in our prayers.
Jim and Heidi Maggs

Liz Baziotis

December 31, 2014

I always knew Mike as Irish Mike, a name many of his friends fondly referred to him as. What a great guy.. funny, smart and knew so much about everything. History, Religion, Language and tons of other things. Mike worked side jobs for my father and both my Mom and Dad were extremely fond of him and his incredible work ethic. My father was so impressed with his impeccable craftsmanship. Mike was a great friend and will forever be missed and in our hearts ??

Sean Clifford

December 31, 2014

To all the Mannings -
i am so very sorry to hear about Michael's passing. What a tremendous loss. Michael and your entire family are all in my prayers. I will be thinking of all of you over the coming days and will raise a toast to Mike. God bless.
Love Sean

Pauline savage

December 31, 2014

RUTH, LARRY
JEANNIE, BRIAN, LARRY AND SEAN

HE WILL ALWAYS BE 'MIKEY' TO ME.
HE WAS FROM A GREAT FAMILY.
YOU ARE ALL IN MY PRAYERS.
WITH LOVE ALWAYS….PAULINE AND CHARLIE

December 31, 2014

To all the Mannings: We are devastated and thinking of you constantly. Michael was loved by everyone who ever knew him.
The Chambers family: Laura, Joseph, Anna, Henry and Louise

Manning Family

December 31, 2014

Robyn Hess

December 31, 2014

To the Manning Family - So sorry for your loss. Michael was a very special person and will always be remembered fondly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Eddie & Patty Cafone

December 31, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Carolyn Roche

December 31, 2014

for many years, Mike was a constant in my life. It was a pleasure and a privilege from the moment I met him ... he brought so much joy and laughter into my life ... and I cannot say enough, how very sorry I am for your loss.
Much Love ~
Cary

Michael with his neice Grace.

Manning Family

December 31, 2014

Michael with his neice Grace.

Manning Family

December 31, 2014

Joee Duffy

December 31, 2014

I can't express the sadness I am feeling and the incredible hole in my heart since hearing of Mike's passing. He was a wonderful friend and truly an inspiration in all things that meant something. Mike was kind enough to open his home to me when I was going through a very difficult time many years ago. He gave up his room for me, played guitar to me, listened to me cry and just knowing he was there and cared meant the world to me. We sang, we cooked and we laughed (and we laughed alot) and I found a friend forever. He will be terribly missed and he was incredibly loved. That love won't stop in his passing. He was a wonderful man and I am a better person for having known him. My most sincere condolences to the Manning family.

connie hourihan

December 31, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss.
You are in my prayers.

James Pirie

December 31, 2014

Dear Mike, I think this time it may be a while till we see each other again. So many times you have fallen off the map, then suddenly return. It was always a great event to see you back in town with classic Mike stories. When I get to where I'm going I will look you up. I want to hear it all one more time.
To the Manning family, Your Son and Brother and Uncle will always be remembered. My heart goes out to you now, my family and I are praying for you and Mike. Rest in Peace Michael P. James, Sandra, Shantall, Camilo and Natalie Pirie

Larry Manning

December 30, 2014

Michael,
I miss you and love you.

Larry

Kathy Paulin

December 30, 2014

To the Manning Family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts & our prayers. And Mike will forever be in our hearts.
-Kathy & Lenny Paulin & Family

Leonard Paulin

December 30, 2014

Ruth & Larry,
Jeannie, Brian, Larry, Sean & family's,

Sorry but I can't seem to figure out where to start. If I could come up with something to help make things better I'd say it in a heartbeat. If I could do something to stop your hurt I'd be doing it right now. Thing is, this is a hard time and all I can do is offer my sincerest condolences. It's the kind of loss that won't go away for a long time and I want you to know that the whole Paulin family is sharing in your grief.
I was lucky to have spent a lot of time with Mike. From St. Mary's to cub scouts, graduation, work and a whole lot of road trips thereafter. If I could remember half of the stories we had to tell I couldn't tell half of them in a month. He covered for me when the kids were born then helped me turn a dusty attic into warm rooms to raise them. My sons looked up to him and saw firsthand what it means to have a good work ethic. And the value of a good friend. Mike will be missed by us all.
I'll be raising a beer tonight for Mike and wishing him Gods speed!
I'm sure I won't be the only one.

Lenny