Her children were her life. We are all grateful she instilled in each of us that education is the key to success. Mama was preceded in death by her husband, Leslie “John” Manley, her parents, and two sisters. She is survived by three sons and their wives: Dan and Tish Manley of Monroe, LA; Dr. Ron Manley and Dr. Linda Halperin of Nashville, TN; Dr. Mark Manley and Mari Takai-Manley of Cuyahoga Falls, OH; one daughter and her husband, Wanda and Matt Davis of West Monroe, LA; seven grandchildren: six great-grandchildren; three brothers; one sister; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mama is to be cremated according to her wishes. A graveside memorial service will be held for her on Monday, September 2, 2002 at 5:00 P.M. at Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson, LA.