Joseph Rudolph Manning

June 6, 1930 - August 2, 2012
Joseph Rudolph Manning

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Captain Joseph Rudolph “Rudy” Manning, USMC Retired, passed away Thursday August 2, 2012 at his home.

He was born in Chenaultt, Kentucky on June 6, 1930.

Joe served in the US Marine Corps with tours in Korea and Vietnam, retired as a Captain in 1969, and again retired from Sears in 1990. He was an avid and generous fisherman who loved taking family and friends out on his boats. He was an active and founding member of St. Mark Catholic Church.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Alice Kerr Manning, seven children, Rebecca (Ronald) Stauffer, Robert Manning, Brenda (Tony) Croom, John Manning, Rosemary (Charles) Britt, Jeffrey Manning (William Spruill), Thomas (Shawn) Manning; grandchildren, Joseph, Zackery (Lauren), Adam, Jennifer (Jonny), Amanda, Jessica (Tanner), Hannah, Kai, Fisher, and Tony, Jr.; great-grandchildren, Lily, Summer, and Slater. Brothers, Jennings, George, and Marion; and sisters, Amelia and Janie. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Letitia Manning, and brothers, Earl, David, and John.

The family will see friends from 6 to 8 pm Friday August 3, 2012 at Wilmington Funeral Chapel.

Mass of Resurrection will be held 11 am Saturday, August 4, 2012 at St. Mark Catholic Church, 1011 Eastwood Rd., Wilmington. Entombment will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum. A reception will follow at St. Mark Parish Hall.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Mark Catholic Church Building Fund or the Lower Cape Fear Hospice.

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Wilmington Funeral and Cremation, 1535 S. 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403 910.791.9099


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  • August 03, 2012
    Jeff and Renae Fountain says:
    Bob and Brenda, So sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Jeff and Renae Fountain

  • August 03, 2012
    Kelly Teller says:
    I had the pleasure of meeeting and getting to know Mr. Manning, while helping Mrs. Manning recover from an accident, through home health phsical therapy. I vividly remember loving working with Mrs. Manning, while at the same time, I had the added bonus of Mr. Manning's company. He greeted me every day with the best hot cup of tea I've ever known! He so loved Mrs. Manning and was so proud of all his children and grandchildren. My prayers are with Mrs.Manning, their children, grands and greats. Thank you, Mr. Manning for making my job so enjoyable.Love, Kelly

  • August 03, 2012
    David & Teresa (Barr) Pike says:
    To a great uncle who will be missed by everyone. He always liked everyone to have a good time fishing, swimming, etc. Prayers are with all the family.

  • August 04, 2012
    Susan Holder Woodcock says:
    One of my best childhood memories is going out in the boat with the Manning family. I always felt right at home when visiting their home. I know it has been years since I have seen you, but the Manning family will always be close to my heart. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with all of you.

  • August 04, 2012
    Roger Aycock says:
    To Mrs Manning, children, loved ones. Joe is a wonderful man. I enjoyed being a friend, working,fishing with, knowing this good man. Our love and best wishes to all, Roger & Jo Aycock.