Sandra L. Manning, 66, of Warren died Sunday, October 16, 2011 following a courageous three year battle with illness. She was born February 9, 1945 in Bradford, PA to the late Ken and Betty Ray Coldren. A 1963 graduate of Bradford Area High School and former resident of Reading, PA, she retired from Integra Bank after several years of service. Quite the crossword puzzle aficionado (always in pen), Sandra was an avid reader; she enjoyed word games on her computer and had a mastery of the card games. Her greatest joy was her family- being known as a wonderful, loving wife and mother and caring grandmother to her granddaughters. Sandra loved sitting around the fire at her cottage on Chautauqua Lake and enjoyed her travels, especially to the Grand Canyon. She was a past member of the Lakewood Rod and Gun Auxiliary.
Sandra is survived by her husband, William Manning, whom she married on February 8, 1964 in Limestone, NY. A daughter- Michele Albaugh and her husband Jeff, of Warren; Two sons- Stephen Manning and his companion James Wilson, of Portland, OR, and Jeffrey Manning and his companion Amy Flatt, of Reading, PA; Two brothers- Kenneth Coldren and John Coldren, both of Bradford; A sister- Jane Kohler, of Bradford; and two granddaughters- Dominica and Olivia Luzzi, at home.
Friends may call the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. 304 East St, Warren, PA, on Wednesday, October 19, 2011 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted on Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 10:30 AM in St. Joseph R.C. Church, with Fr. Richard Toohey, Pastor, officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Warren Cancer Center, Two Crescent Park West, Warren, PA 16365; AsceraCare Hospice Erie, 1600 Peninsula Dr, Erie, PA 16505; Experience Inc.- Area Agency on Aging, 905 Fourth Ave. Warren, PA 16365; and The Resource Center, 200 Dunham Ave, Jamestown, NY 14701. Online condolences may be offered at www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Bill, Jeff, Stephen & Michele, & families,, Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.. Keep those memories close of dear Sandy, and when you are feeling down, let those memories touch and warm your hearts…She was a remarkable, loving, caring woman who has touched many lives. I will always remember her, and her love for her family and friends and especially her love for strawberry shortcake!!!!! Hugs to all!!!!
Bill and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Although there are no words to express your loss, please know you are in our hearts and prayers at this difficult time. We are so lucky to have had this wonderful person enter our lives even for the short time we got to know her at the Lake.
Love
Joanne and Rob
Dear Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you . Hold on to those happy times you had with Sandy . They will help you over time. Love, Pam
Mr. Manning, Michele, Stephen, Jeffrey and family,
Words cannot express the sorrow for the loss of such a wonderful woman. Although she is now at peace, your struggle has just begun. The love and strength of your family will help you through this most difficult time. You are in our thoughts, prayers and always in our hearts. Take comfort in your most cherished memories.
Love,
Toni, Mike and Joli
Dear Bill
I am so very sorry to learn of Sandys passing. She was always such a joy to be around in school. The class of 1963 has lost another dear friend.
Please give my best regards to the Manning Family, the good old High Street gang….
My prayers are with you and yours during this difficult time.
Fondly…
Judy Keenan, Elkton MD
Bill and family… I am so sorry about Sandra. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Live on in those special moments you shared together. God Bless You
Bill, Just got word of Sandy’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. She will be sadly missed by everyone.
SKIP
Bill, I sure enjoyed talking to Sandy when we stayed at the lake.She sure Loved You. Vic Longo
Stephen and Dearest Family –
We knew of Sandy’s struggles through Stephen and Jim’s stories and in particular Stephen’s frequent travels to be alongside her and your family in the past couple of years. What struck me in hearing Stephen talk of his mom and each of you, was not the bitterness of her struggle, but the closeness and intimacy that he and each of you drew on and reflected to others through this time. Through their eyes it became clear what a brave, kind and bright soul she is. So while we did not know her directly – we know her through her son and share your joy in the brief time she was with us, and in your loss as she goes. Our loving thoughts and prayers are with you. Clif
Bill,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your wife. Linda and I will be praying that God’s mercy and love will comfort you and your entire family.
Joel and Linda Segraves, Pace, FL
Bill,
I was so sorry to read of Sandy’s passing in the Era. Please know that you and your family will be in my prayers.
Joan Mansour
Stephen and family,
We send our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved mother. Hoping you will find comfort in your memories. Stephen, we’re so glad to hear you were able to see her just a week ago.
You are in our thoughts,
Susie & Craig
Bill:
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your loss. I know that the pain and sorrow will always be there but take comfort in that she is in that better place for which we all strive.
Bill Barry, Merrimack, NH
Dear Bill and Families, Donna and I send our heartfelt sympathies to you and yours in this time of sorrow. Sometimes when suffers a long time we pray God will do the correct thing. She is Safely Home and her body no longer is suffering. Her heart is full of joy being in, what we believe a better place. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all and we wish we were closer so we could give you an old fashion Fifth Ward Hug. We love and miss you. Take care and maybe soon our paths will cross again. Love, Donna and Gus Gocella, 57 Redwing Circle, Crossville, TN 38572 (c) 931-787-2735
Dear Bill and family,
My sincere sympathy as you mourn Sandra’s passing. As you mourned her loss at her funeral today, I remembered her in Mass here in New York. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.
Fr Dominic (Brian) Monti, OFM
St. Francis Church, 135 West 31st St., New York
Bill & Family:
My sincere sympathy for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Bill and family, I just now heard of your loss of Sandra. May God be with you and your family during this time of sorrow,also remember all the times of great joy.
God Bless,
Cathy
Dear Bill,
Thinking of you in these hardest of times, Mary Calcagno just told me of your loss – God Bless you and your family.
gloria