Gary Manasco

Gary Wayne Manasco, age 70, passed away on October 9, 2025. He was born on November 6, 1954 in Bellevue, Ohio. Gary was a dedicated high school teacher and coach, whose passion for education and sportsmanship was only second to his love for his family.
Gary was a proud and loving husband to Brenda Manasco, with whom he shared over 48 years of marriage. He is survived by his wife, children Jonathon Manasco and Alison (Scott) O'Neal, grandchildren Jack, Margaret, Ruby, and Maximus, sisters Teresa (David) Soldano and Martha Bradberry, and loving nieces and nephews. Gary is preceded in death by his father, E.M. Manasco, his mother, Geneva Manasco, his sister, Wanda Manasco, and his brother-in-law, Hal Bradberry.
Gary was a dedicated science teacher who loved to spark curiosity in his students. Outside the classroom, he was a committed coach, spending numerous years nurturing young talents in Little League, high school basketball, and as the Varsity Golf Coach at Seneca East High School for over 20 years. His passion for golf was infectious, and he found peace on any golf course he played. In 2019, Gary was awarded the OHSAA Award for Sportsmanship, Ethics, and Integrity. Despite this achievement, he was always more likely to celebrate the achievements of others over his own. The family would like to express their gratitude to the Seneca East community, who showed Gary immense love and respect when Alzheimer's disease brought upon retirement earlier than he would have hoped.
Gary graduated from Bellevue Sr. High School, the University of North Alabama, and Ashland University. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and a lifelong blood donor, a testament to his generosity.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 20, 2025, at 6:00pm at the Auxter-Recker Funeral Home, 1105 Castalia Street, Bellevue, Ohio, 44811. The Funeral Service will follow on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 10:30am at St. John's Lutheran Church, 209 Southwest Street, Bellevue, Ohio, 44811. Memorial donations can be made to St. John's Lutheran Church or the Seneca East Athletic Boosters.