Michael Manley Obituary
Michael Ray Manley, 68, of Decatur, passed away Monday, March 3, 2025 at Decatur Morgan Hospital. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM on Friday, March 07, 2025 at Lawrence Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 1:00 PM at the funeral home with Bro. Scott Delashaw and Ronnie Manley officiating. Burial will be at Elmwood Cemetery.
Born on August 17, 1956 to the late William and Betty Jo Ray Manley, Mike was a member Donald Baptist Church in Town Creek. He retired from Saginaw/Delphi after 31 years of service. Fondly remembered as "Cheapo", he enjoyed deer hunting and spending time with his friends.
Survivors include his daughter, Julie (Jesse) Sexton; grandchildren, Christopher Sexton, Nicholas Sexton, Benjamin Sexton, and Samuel Sexton; sister, Jan Poole; brother, Ronnie Manley; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Pallbearers will be Skye Moore, Jason Manley, Todd Manley, Tyler Poole, and Dennis Gurganus. Honorary pallbearers are Brett Jeffreys, Tim Berryman, and Ronny Graves.
The family extends special thanks to the Palliative Care Team at Decatur Morgan.
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