John H. Manning Obituary in Peabody at Conway, Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home

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John H. Manning

September 01, 1947 - November 20, 2021

Obituary For John H. Manning

John H. Manning of Peabody, son of the late Mary T. (O’Rourke) and John H. Manning, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at Blueberry Hill surrounded by his loving family. He was a devoted and loving son, brother, uncle, and friend.

John was a lifelong resident of Peabody. He graduated from Bishop Fenwick High School, class of 1965 and the Thompson Academy, Boston, class of 1967.

John was an outstanding athlete in high school and prep school excelling in baseball, basketball, and football. He was an avid sports fan and loved watching the Red Sox, Celtics, and Patriots. He was also a passionate Nascar Race fan.

His love of the outdoors was nurtured from a young age by his parents. He enjoyed summers at Lake Winnipesaukee, swimming, boating and water skiing. His love of nature extended to the pride he had gardening and landscaping his yard.

However, what he enjoyed most was spending time with his family, his childhood Forest Steet pals, and his many friends.

John Retired in 2007 after a 37-year career with the Railroad. He cherished the many friendships he formed there.

John is survived by two sisters, Marilyn Aham of Peabody, and Carol Zook of CA., one brother, Paul Manning and his wife, Sandra of Peabody; his niece, Lynne Bettencourt and her husband, Greg; two nephews, Kevin Aham and his wife, Elana, and Robert Zook and his wife, Angela; and seven great nieces and nephews. John is also survived by his dear friend, Ann Brewer.

ARRANGMENTS: A visitation will be held at the Conway Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home, 82 Lynn St., Peabody, Tuesday, November 30, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. followed by his funeral Service in the funeral home at 11:30 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Burial in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Peabody. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to Care Dimensions, 75 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA 01923, or to Alzheimer's Association, 309 Waverley Oaks Road Waltham, MA 02452.

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November 14, 2022

Lisamcleod

I knew John he worked with my dad Peter mcleod for many years. When I was little I would go up to the office and john always gave me a big hug and his laugh was one of a kind. I talked to John April 2020. My dad passed away may 2020 from covid. I am so sorry for your loss He was a great man. Lisa Mcleod
December 25, 2021

Laurie

My sympathy to Johnny's family. I will never forget all the hugs, the many many laughs we had. You were the sweetest guy I knew. We shared so much, even lunches in Boston when you were working for in town... you at Amtrec and me at the law firm. You were a great guy with so much heart. I am saddened by your death. We shall meet again my friend. Lau
November 28, 2021

Anthony DiBeneditto

Singing Irish songs on St Patrick's Day, getting the John Manning bear hug and hoping no bones would break because of his super human strength, going on trips, having a pint of brew or maybe more and the famous John Manning words "No problem" Tony DiBeneditto
November 27, 2021

Judy Richard

Sorry about John, sympathy to his family. I took bus to Fenwick with John & was one of neighbored kids. John always made me laugh. Judy Teixeira Richard
November 26, 2021

Glenn Underwood

John, I will always remember the good times we had at work and on all of our outings. At work, you always got us in a good spirit by starting off the day saying "We are going to have a good day today". And when we were out and about you made everyone happy and always made sure we all had a good time. Your friendship meant a lot to me and I will miss your bear hug greetings. Glenn Underwood
November 23, 2021

Donna Mullarkey

John was a gentleman and a wonderful step-father to my niece. He has been missed over the past several years, but never forgotten. RIP John. Donna & Ed Mullarkey
November 23, 2021

Lynne Bettencourt

Uncle Johnyy you have always been the best and you will never be forgotten. I am so sorry you went through so much at the end being sick and in hospital and nursing home i am hoping you are now at peace and your always happy self with nana & grampi and the rest of the family. I will miss you forever until we mee again love you lots. RIP and have a drink for us at the Murphys in heaven. Love alwY Binney -lynne xoxo