David Manas

MANAS, DavidPassed away on April 19, 2008 at age 90. David is survived by his wife of 62 years, Sylvia; son, Robert (Cindy) Manas; son, Zvi (Diane) Manas. David went to Tarbox School, Hume Fogg High School and attended classes at the University of Tennessee. David served in the Infantry, U.S. Army for five years from 1941-1946, serving overseas for three years. Commissioned as a Captain, he was involved in combat in Italy at North Appenines, Naples-Foggia, Rome-Arno and Po Valley. David and his wife, Sylvia, owned and operated Manas Furniture Company in downtown Nashville for more than 50 years. David has been active in the Sherith Israel Synagogue (President three times), Past Vice President of the Nashville Zionist District, B'nai B'rith (past president), J.C.C., past Commander of Legion of Honor unit of Al Menah Temple, American Legion Post 5, (past officer), his Cumberland Masonic Lodge (33rd degree Mason), the Scottish Rite, the Shriners (past Treasurer of the Nashville Shrine Club), President of the Men's Coffee Club and past President of the Members Council of Knowles Senior Citizens Center. David enjoyed being active in service organizations, and had spent much of his time visiting and cheering up patients at Saint Thomas Hospital, the V.A. Hospital and other local health care centers every week. He also enjoyed painting and travel, especially cruises with his family. The Funeral Service will be held 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at Sherith Israel Synagogue. Interment to follow at K.K.S.I. Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sherith Israel Synagogue, 3600 West End Avenue, and/or Alive Hospice, 1718 Patterson Street, Nashville, TN. MARSHALL DONNELLY COMBS, (615) 327-1111