Funeral services for Michael McManness, 64, Lawrence, will be at 2 pm Saturday at Cornerstone Southern Baptist Church, with the Revs. Gary O’Flannagan and Don Cunningham officiating. A visitation will follow the service. Michael died unexpectedly on Saturday, Mar. 24, 2018, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
Michael Gale McManness was born October 28, 1953 in Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri to Soney Anthon and Erma Glea Cobb McManness.
He is survived by his wife, Brenda Rene Page McManness and children Rebecca Glea McManness, David Anthon and Sarah Elizabeth McManness all of Lawrence, Douglas County, Kansas, and Matthew Buler McManness of Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, and one granddaughter, Gracelynn Dawn McManness of Lawrence, Douglas County, Kansas.
He was proceeded in death by his parents and brother Darrell Anthon McManness.
Michael graduated from Lawrence High School in 1971. He worked for Francis Sporting Goods as a teenager, then as a commercial and industrial Sheet Metal Worker for Sheet Metal Workers, Local No. 2 for 44 years. He retained his license to sell Real Estate for 35 years. He was a partner in McManness Brothers Real Estate Management for 20 years, continuing to own and manage Real Estate until his death.
Michael was a Southern Baptist, attending First Southern Baptist, Grace Baptist, Cornerstone Southern Baptist, and Antioch Baptist Church during his lifetime.
He loved his God, his family, and his country. He was a life-long Kansas University Basketball and Football fan, and spent many happy hours watching them play and following the recruiting. As a young adult, he became fascinated by Geneaology, eventually tracing his family line back to Daniel Boone and the early settlers.
Friends may call Friday from 8 am to 8 pm at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Diabetes Association, in honor of the struggle of his mother and other family members with diabetes, in care of the funeral home, 601 Indiana St., Lawrence, KS, 66044.
I was saddened to hear of Mike’s passing and so sorry I couldn’t attend the funeral…Sending prayers… Sue
I’m so very sorry to hear about Mike. I was a teacher at Johnnie Appleseed many years ago and always enjoyed your whole family….especially remember David being in my class. Hugs and prayers for your family.
Brenda, so sorry for the loss of your husband. You’re in my thoughts.
Sending you big hugs!
We know that Michael is in paradise. It is still so hard for those he left behind. He was such a good guy. Our condolences to you his family and friends near and dear to him.
So sorry for your loss. The class of 1971 has grown smaller again. May Mike rest in peace.
From Gary Andres
Dear Brenda and family,
My memories of Michael come from the family reunions at
Lanny’s lake. Michael was a person you were immediately drawn
to. As is often the case for a person who lives some distance away,
my sadness is that I never really got to know Michael. My thoughts
and prayers will continue to be with you in the days ahead. My
mother was Gertrude Rohrbach Andres, younger sister of Bertha.
Our love to you, Gary & Carolyn Andres, Ontario, Canada
So saddened by Michael’s passing. He was a wonderful man. You could tell he loved his family and had compassion for others. He will be sorely missed. I am so fortunate that our paths crossed and I was able to meet him. Prayers, thoughts and sympathies abound for his family and friends.
We are saddened to hear of Mike’s death. He truly loved his God and will be welcomed into heaven. We enjoyed visiting him when he was in our area. Great Memories. We will miss him! Prayers go out to his family.
I first met Mike many years ago when he worked at Francis sports. He was such a good guy. RIP old friend…
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
So sorry for your loss.
Dear Brenda and family ~
I was very saddened to learn of Mike’s passing. It is my hope that the wonderful memories and great times shared with Michael will bring some comfort and peace in the days and weeks ahead. He was a great guy who truly loved his family and will be greatly missed.
Will always remember Michael. He was a great man of God. Always admired how he took care of his momma. Now they are together with Jesus! May God comfort you
I am so sorry for your loss. We can only find comfort in knowing that God is our salvation and that he now sees face to face our savior. I will be praying for Gods comfort and strength for you and your family.
Brenda,we were shocked to here about Mike,our thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids.We can’t attend Mikes service Saturday but will be thinking of you all.
So sorry to hear the news. We always enjoyed talking with Michael. Such a wonderful Christian man. Michael was very supportive about a year ago when Barry passed away. Brenda, we lift you and your family up in prayer during this time.
Thinking of you during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you.
Brenda and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God continue to be near you and keep you in His love and care. Keep those PRECIOUS MEMORIES tucked in your heart. Michael’s mother was my cousin.
Brenda and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We send our love and pray for comfort for you. May those PRECIOUS MEMORIES bring you comfort in the days ahead. Michael’s mother was my cousin.
With sympathy, Sharon and Dorsey Shackelford
Brenda and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We send our love and pray for comfort for you. May those PRECIOUS MEMORIES bring you comfort in the days ahead. Michael’s mother was my cousin.
With sympathy, Sharon and Dorsey Shackelford
Very sad to hear of Michael’s passing. Such strong faith, I know he is in good hands. Praying for comfort for the family and hope in the promise of Christ. God bless.
My deepest sympathies goes out to the family. I hope you find comfort in each other as well as in God’s promises for the future. Revelation 21:4
I am so sorry for your loss. You and each of your family members are in my thoughts and prayer during this difficult time.. I am so thankful for the Lord Jesus who died for our sins ,so that iif we believe in Him, we have eternal life. One day soon. we will all be reunited.
Brenda and family, Our hearts go out to you and your family. Praying for peace and comfort. Love, Lonnie and Shelley
God Bless you all during your moments of grief! Take Care!
Dearest Brenda and family, We were saddened to hear of Michael’s passing. He was a very special man of God and will be sorely missed. I enjoyed talking genealogy with him and learning about our family. I am sure he was welcomed into heaven by my dad and a host of family members. Steven and I wish we could be with you on Saturday. Mom sends her love. We will be praying for comfort for you all.
Mike was the glue that kept our families connected after Sylvia Shelley passed. Always emphasized the importance of family. Wonderful guy and father. He will be greatly missed!
I am so sorry for your loss. I have so enjoyed Mike’s morning company walking the dogs together these past years. Rest in peace my friend.
Thinking of you and praying for peace.
My prayers are for your comfort in your loss
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have not kept in touch lately, but we are still cousins. It sure was a shock when we heard it. let us know if you need anything from this side of the family.