Bernard Manning Obituary

Bernard Joseph Manning

Fanning Springs, FL - Bernard Joseph Manning 66, of Fanning Springs, Fl, formally of Thetford Center, VT, passed on February 2, 2025 at home in Fanning Springs.

Bernie was born on May 23, 1958 to Arvin & Joyce Manning. He was a son, a brother, a father, and a friend to many.

Bernie worked as a mason for many years before following in his father's footsteps. He started driving one of his father's log trucks for a few years before starting his own business Manning Pulpwood Sales. He had a dedicated work ethic and was always on the road, working long hours that took him all over VT, NH, ME, & NY. Hauling a light load of logs was rare, He did haul a few exceptionally heavy loads that earned him some equally impressive overweight fines during his career. He spent many years of weekends building a beautiful house in Brownington, VT with a beautiful view of Lake Willoughby.

His son Blake sadly predeceased him. He was also predeceased by his parents Arvin & Joyce, as well as his brothers John, Gerald, & Don Eric Manning.

He leaves his son Curtis Manning and siblings Bum Manning & wife Nancy, Gregory Manning, and Marlene Jenks & husband David, as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts & uncles.

Words that come to mind when thinking of Bernie are thoughtful, fair, loyal, compassionate, determined, stubborn, and a good friend. We can't forget the teasing that brought him such joy. He had a dry clever wit. Texting and Facebook were his means to stay in touch with his family and friends.

The sudden passing of a loved one is always a profound shock for those left behind. Bernie had been battling COPD and congestive heart failure and had recently spent a few days in the hospital. He passed away peacefully at home. We find solace in believing that he is now at peace and reunited with his family

Bernie is now hauling logs in the afterlife with his dad Arvin. Bernie is loved and will be missed.

A memorial service will be held at the Evergreen Rest Cemetery in Thetford Center, VT in the late spring. The date and time will be announced at a later time.