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Michael Manley Obituary

Michael Manley, 47, Fourth Street, Plymouth Township, died Sunday, June 28, 2009, in Hospice Care of the VNA at Heritage House, Northampton Street, Wilkes-Barre.
Born in Wilkes-Barre, a son of Dorothy Chesney Manley and the late John F. Manley, he was a graduate of Greater Nanticoke Area High School, Class of 1980, and a graduate of Penn State University, Lehman, with an associate’s degree in surveying technology. He was employed as a land surveyor for the Department of Transportation. He also served as a Plymouth Township supervisor for the last five years.
He was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Church, currently All Saints Parish, Plymouth. He was also a member of the Pa. Society of Surveyors.
Michael and his wife, the former Peggy Curley, celebrated 19 years of marriage on June 9, 2009.
He was preceded in death by his father, John F. Manley, in 2001.
Surviving, besides his wife Peggy, and his mother, Dorothy, are his brothers, John, Plymouth; Mark and his wife, Teresa, Larksville; and Paul, Plymouth; nieces and nephews, Joshua, Sarah, Laura and Alyson Manley, and Wesley Pashinski.
A funeral will be held on Wednesday at 9 a.m. from the Kielty-Moran Funeral Home Inc., 87 Washington Ave., Plymouth. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:30 a.m. in All Saints Parish, Willow Street, Plymouth. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Plymouth Township. Friends may call Tuesday, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Prescription Assistance Fund of Medical Oncology Associates, 382 Pierce St., Kingston, PA 18704.

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Published by Times Leader on Jun. 29, 2009.

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jack james

July 4, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Kim Litchkofski

June 30, 2009

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Strad & Bev Swartwood

June 30, 2009

Peggy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the Manley family during this difficult time. Though it has been years ago, I still remember having fun with Mike and our friends from Plymouth and Plymouth Township. Our deepest sympathies are with you and the Manley family, take care.

Tom Murphy

June 30, 2009

I grew up and went to school with Mike. To this day I have told many childhood stories about Mike and his wonderful personality to my Church's youth group and friends. He was admired and loved by all.
Our prayers are with Peggy and the entire Manley family. May God comfort you during this time of sadness.

Brian Laskoski

June 30, 2009

Peggy-Our thoughts and Prayers are with you. Please accept our Deepest Sympathies. Brian and Lori

Ed Syron, PhD

June 30, 2009

Peggy - My thoughts and prayers are with you. You are a wonderful and caring individual so now it is time for your friends to lift your spirits. Ed Syron (formerly BCNEPA)

Theresa Murphy Whitley

June 29, 2009

My name is Theresa Murphy Whitley. I went to school with Mike from elementary on to HS. He was even my 6th grade crush. He was such a great guy. You could not say one bad thing about Mike.

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. You have lost a good man.

Mary Ellen Klimchok

June 29, 2009

June 28th was a very sad day for all Mike Manleys friends and family. Phone calls, texts and e-mails delivered the painful news that Plymouth Twp had lost one of its finest. Words alone can't even express how everyone is feeling. So goodbye Mike Manley. It was my pleasure to have known you.

Mike Petroski

June 29, 2009

To the Manley family, my heart felt condolences. Several fond memories of Mike at football practice came back tonight and made me smile tremendously! God Bless all of you and Mike.

cherie stone

June 29, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of need. Mike was a great man and I am so glad that I got the chance to know him.

Gately Family

June 29, 2009

Peggy and Manley Family,
We are so sorry for your loss.You're in every thought, every hope, every prayer. I am sure Aunt Geri met him at the gates of heaven. May your memories of Mike give you comfort now and always. Don't hesitate if you need anything.
All our love and sympathy,
Paul, Paulette and son

Gregory

June 29, 2009

My heartfelt sympathies to Peggy and the Manley family. Mike was a great person. You are in my prayers.

Rob and Lisa

June 29, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to Peggy and Mike's family. Words cannot express the pain that Rob and I are feeling over the loss of Mike. We will miss him dearly and we will keep him forever in our hearts. RIP Mikey or as Rob called you..."Little Buddy".

Joe,OC Krull

June 29, 2009

Peggy,We can not begin to express our deep and heartfelt sympathy over Mike's passing.You and the Manley family are in our thoughts and prayers.Mike will be sorely missed by all that knew him.Love Joe and OC Krull

Renee Post

June 29, 2009

Peggy our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May he rest in peace with God.
(from Jim and Renee Post (Tara's Mom and Dad)Alex's wife.

Beth Cottle

June 29, 2009

My heart goes out to you in this time of sorrow.

Mike, Cindy Long

June 29, 2009

I will never understand why a man like Mike would be taken from the earth. He was one of the best and will be missed greatly. Our hearts go out to the family.

Mike & Cindy Long

June 29, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Manley Family during this difficult time.

Arthur & Priscilla Tatara

A friend

June 29, 2009

God speed Mike, way too young. My condolences to his wife Peggy.

Carol Houssock

June 29, 2009

To Mike's wonderful family and wife - I'm so sorry for your loss. I have nothing but fond memories of Mike and know the days ahead will remain difficult for you and so many others. You all remain in my thoughts and prayers.

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