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Ann Manfre Obituary
Ann L. "Nancy" Manfre, 92, formerly of Stanton Street, Wilkes-Barre, passed away Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, at the River View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Plains Twp.
She was born in Wilkes-Barre, a daughter of the late John P. and Loretta McCloskey Davis. Nancy was a 1949 graduate of GAR Memorial High School.
Nancy was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt. She was an active member of St. Andrew Parish (St. Patrick's Church) in Wilkes-Barre, where she volunteered her time at church dinners and functions.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Eugene C. Manfre, in 2004; daughter-in-law, Glenys Jayne Manfre; son-in-law, Joseph Broody; sister, Helen Ginthner; and brother, Charles Davis.
Nancy is survived by her loving children, Robert Manfre and his wife, Mary, Shavertown; Eugene "Archie" Manfre and his wife, Cindy, Wilkes-Barre; and Adele Broody, Lawrenceville, Ga.; grandchildren, Loriann Conahan and her husband, Eric; Marc Manfre and his wife, Stacey; Allyson Doran and her husband, Patrick; and Nicole Manfre; great-grandchildren, Olivia and Lucas Conahan; and Kaysen and Kennedy Brown; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday from Nat Gawlas Jordan Funeral Home, 89 Park Ave., Wilkes-Barre, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:30 a.m. in St. Andrew Parish, 316 Parrish St., Wilkes-Barre. The Rev. J. Duane Gavitt will officiate.
Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Hanover Twp.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Our family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, nurse's aides and activities staff at River View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center for the outstanding care and compassion shown to our mom over the years.
Donations be made in Nancy's memory to the Dementia Society of America, 188 N. Main St., Doylestown, PA 18901; or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
Condolences may be sent by visiting Nancy's obituary at www.natandgawlas.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Regina Habblett
January 11, 2024
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Chrissy Moffett
January 11, 2024
To know Aunt Nancy was to love Aunt Nancy. She was one of the kindest, most loving people we have known. She is missed.
Our love to all,
Chrissy, Mincy and Harper Ann Moffett
Sean Davis
January 11, 2024
With fond reflection and kind memories of Aunt Nancy, my sincere condolences to the Manfre family and all. Respectfully, Sean
Nicole, Jermaine, Madison, Kyle, & Cam Shakespeare
January 11, 2024
To my sweet Adele & family, your Alabama Shakespeares are praying for all of God´s grace and comfort over you all during this time and for forever. We love you!
Bob Saracino
January 10, 2024
Fellow Grenadier
Kelly, Adora, Andre Okosi (Lawrenceville, GA)
January 10, 2024
Adele, Allyson, Patrick and family: We are so deeply sorry to hear about the loss of your dear, sweet Mom/Grandma. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Lynn Frumkin
January 10, 2024
Archie, Bob, Cindy and Family,
Words can't express the sorrow I feel in the loss of your beautiful mother, Ann. I was honored to be able to experience her kind spirit and gentle demeanor when visiting River View each week. My heart and prayers go with you during this difficult time.
Marty&Kathy Kane, Ft Myers, Fl
January 9, 2024
Dear Manfre Family: We would at this time like to extend our most sincere condolences on the death of your mother Ann. Our thoughts&prayers are with your entire family at this time.
Tom bevan
January 9, 2024
May god bless a great friend to my family and mother Tom bevan
Nancy Troxell
January 9, 2024
Archie and family
I was saddened to see the loss of your mother today in the paper.
May you take comfort in your happy memories
Nancy Kovalchik Troxell
Lakewood Ranch, FL
jay Carroll
January 9, 2024
Gene and family, So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to your Mom and your family.
Patricia Shultz
January 9, 2024
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Patti and John Shultz
Michael Khalife
January 9, 2024
Entire Manfre Family,
I am very sorry for your loss.
Michael Khalife
Teresa Manfre
January 7, 2024
Was a wonderful and generous woman. We love you and will miss you Aunt Nancy. Love Michael and Teresa
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