Mark Lancing McManaway

Mark Lancing McManaway obituary, Christopher, IL

Mark Lancing McManaway

Mark McManaway Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ziegler Funeral Home on Mar. 30, 2026.
Mark Lancing McManaway, a native of Benton, Illinois, and former resident of Christopher, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026. He was a flight paramedic for over 20 years and was a proud organ donor. Mark was a member of the Christian Veterans Motorcycle Association and the CMA. He also served in the United States Army National Guard.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Hubert and Sharon Mason McManaway, along with his maternal grandparents: Thural and Wanda Mason.

Mark is survived by his loving wife of 21 years: Nancy Louise Short McManaway, a brother: Matthew McManaway (Tosha), a nephew: Mason McManaway, a niece: Finnley McManaway, and an uncle: Gene Payne.

Celebration of Life Services will be announced at a later time.

If you are unable to attend the funeral service or burial, you can sign the online registry at: www.zieglerfuneralhome.com

Ziegler Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mark Lancing McManaway.

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