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Manuel “Manny” Garcia

1956 - 2022

Manuel “Manny” Garcia obituary, 1956-2022, Panama City, FL

BORN

1956

DIED

2022

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Southerland Family Funeral Home

100 E. 19th Street

Panama City, Florida

Manuel Garcia Obituary

Dr. Manuel “Manny” Garcia, 66, of Lynn Haven, FL passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2022 surrounded by his family.  He was born on April 1, 1956 in Mobile, AL to Manuel Garcia and Willie Mae Sheffield.  


Manny was a Minister of Music for 45 plus years.  He led music and worship in many churches all over Alabama and Florida.  Manny received his masters degree in music from the University of South Alabama in Mobile.  He went on to receive his doctorate in music education from Boston University. 


Later in life Manny worked in insurance as an agent.  He was also a member of Hiland Park Baptist Church. 


Manny is preceded in death by his parents.


He is survived by his wife of 44 yrs., Margie Garcia; two daughters, Megan Garcia, Meredith Walker and husband Jared all of Lynn Haven, FL; two sisters, Cindy Williams and husband Mark of Mobile, AL, Dianne Rivera of Tampa, FL.


A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, August 1, 2022 at Southerland Family Funeral Home with Rev. Steve Shoemaker officiating. 


The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. prior to the service. 

Published by Southerland Family Funeral Home on Jul. 30, 2022.

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Jacqueline Hill

April 22, 2024

Rest in peace Manny

Nelson Otano

December 20, 2022

Manny had a smile that would brighten any room, his laughter was contiguous. He was a friend to many, he was a good practice joker and loved telling stories. Manny was so creative and so, so intelligent. First of all, he loved his family. Then came his friends, he would give you the shirt off his back. Manny is the definition of a true friend to many. I will dearly miss him. May he fly into heaven with all the other angels. I know he will be watching us from up above. We love you. Nelson.

Andy

August 12, 2022

Rest in peace my friend

Leigh Ann Mayfield (Widemire)

August 8, 2022

I just heard and so many dear memories flooded my heart as I remembered Manny and you, Margie. I am praying right now for you and your family in your loss. Weeping with you. So many songs and times of fellowship we had at Dauphin Way are coming to mind. Sending love and prayers in your grief.

Robin Barnett

August 8, 2022

Very sad to hear about Manny, I enjoyed his fellowship at DWBC

Patti Hicks

August 7, 2022

What a talented and gifted musician! He was always encouraging and supportive of my own music, and super fun to work with! He was a true blessing in my life! My prayers and love go to Margie and girls as they journey through this emptiness! May God’s incredible mercy sustain and strengthen you! ❤

Scott Lee

August 5, 2022

What a special guy. He has left a deep footprint in so many lives and so many churches. That of course, continues through you guys. Thinking of you as you adjust and can only imagine What Manny is experiencing right now.

Libby White

August 4, 2022

Margie and daughters, you were so blest to have this personality with you.. He was amazing! As the pattie said, 'He never met a stranger'.. He had a way of making all feel special.. We enjoyed being in his music ministry at FBCPC.. Thank you all for sharing him with the rest of us.. God bless each of you, and may you continue to touch lives... Libby, John White

Katherine Webster

August 2, 2022

Dear Cousin Margie and Family,
We were very sad to hear the news of Cousin Manny´s passing. Manny was always so kind, and had words of encouragement for all of us. He was also very funny, and I loved spending time with him and all of you at Great Aunt Ruth´s and Great Aunt Marguerite´s holiday family visits. I loved to hear him sing - what a "Man of the Lord" and a man of many talents. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Much Love - Katherine Webster

Erin Pickard

August 2, 2022

Our love to you Margie to you & the girls. Prayers for you all.

Twin Oaks Unit 2

August 2, 2022

Megan, Please accept our heartfelt sympathies. We hope you´re able to find peace through the good times and memories you had with your daddy. We are here to help you through the rough days.
Hugs

Carol Meeks

August 1, 2022

Ms. Margie, the choir at Yougstown Baptist send our deepest condolences. Manny endeared himself to us when he came to lead us as a choir right after our partnership with FBCPC. We often talk about those times... he was very special to us. Carol Meeks

Cynthia Woods

August 1, 2022

Praying that you can feel the peace that passes understanding Margie. Love and hugs.

Bruce Kress

August 1, 2022

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Myra Pugh Gray Morgan

August 1, 2022

Manny is my mother’s youngest sister’s son! He has been so special to me since we were children. He and Cindy would come visit our Aunt Nettie. He enjoyed watching me play the piano and he developed a love of music too.

Joan Adams

August 1, 2022

Dear Margie and girls, Manny was a very special friend to Tommy and me while he was at FBC in the music ministry there. Lots of very fond memories. My Tommy went to be with the Lord four years ago and so I can sympathize with you and your very great loss. God is so good and he will be with you. Remember the good times.
My prayers go out to all of you. God Bless each of you
Joan Adams

Mark White

August 1, 2022

Margie, Megan, Meredith and Jared-
Although my time knowing Manny was short he showed me instant friendship and offered sincere care and concern for all he knew. It was a great honor knowing him and conversations had will be cherished for all time.
He wanted the best for everyone, especially his family. May the Lord comfort and keep you and welcome my friend Manny to his eternal home.

Denise Crowe Strausbaugh & children

July 31, 2022

Mrs Margie and girls , praying for each of you . I loved Mr Manny dearly !! He always made us laugh so hard at choir practices and choir trips when I was in youth group !! Always enjoyed the trips Mr Manny took us on !! He will be missed love you all !

Jim Van Matre

July 31, 2022

Margie & Girls - Manny and I had more LAUGHS and good times through the years that are uncountable - at the downtown dauphin way with R.O. & Angie Stone - all the way to New Orleans Seminary - where he and I provided multi for the on campus Wednesday Evening Student led Bible study - he played the organ - I played the piano and we both accompanied the soloists - then the annual music conferences were always enjoyed - one year we had Wednesday afternoon off In Orlando and he and I decided to go to the HOLY LAND EXPERIENCE there - and enjoyed it greatly - it was so well done - he introduced us to Bergamo's Resturant in Orlando who had great food but SINGING waiters - it was always so terrific - Good Times was always on the menu when we had fellowship together - gone too soon - he will be missed - JVM

Nickey Colson

July 31, 2022

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Janna Jones Hilburn

July 31, 2022

Margie, Meredith and Megan.....Manny was simply priceless - I am blessed to have known him. I wish you peace thru the times ahead and I know he is with the savior. Kati and Savannah have beautiful childhood memories of "Mr. Manny" and for that we are all thankful.

Wallace & Wanda Berry

July 31, 2022

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Nancy and Melanie Otano

July 31, 2022

We were heartbroken to hear of Manny's passing. Prayers for peace and comfort to all of his family and friends. We were blessed to have known Manny. May he rest in the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Rick Ellison

July 31, 2022

So sorry for your loss. I love hearing Manny lead music at First Baptist Church Panama City. He will be missed.

Bill Hutto

July 31, 2022

Thoughts and prayers for family.

Eric Poole

July 31, 2022

Manny when I met you on the pier you were trying to minister to Josh. We became friends immediately. You took me as a friend and a family member. You and your family truly blessed me while I was working in your town. I would have never found Big Mama’s restaurant. You let me use your garage so I could work on my old car. You let me store my trailer and allowed my to stay in your home Your honesty and humor I will never forget. Thanks for loving me Manny.
Sincerely Eric S Poole

Lt. Col. Michael H. Sarra, USA (ret.)

July 31, 2022

May care and love around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. Dr. Garcia was a great gentleman. Manny will be missed by many. Our most sincere condolences.

Darby and Allen Paille

July 31, 2022

Manny was such a wonderful and giving man. He will be missed dearly. Praying for the family and his extended family. Rest in Jesus arms Sweet Man.

Shea and Jeff Bennett

July 30, 2022

Margie, Meredith, and Megan we are so very sorry. Our heart breaks for you.
Manny was such a good man.
Please know we are thinking of you daily and praying for you. We love y’all.

Gina ThomasThomas

July 30, 2022

Margie, Megan and Meredith praying for y’all. Manny had a major impact on my life and he will truly missed.

Kristi Whisenant

July 30, 2022

Tony and I are thinking of you all. Manny was such Great friend and neighbor to us in Lynn haven. He will truly be missed.
Kristi

Gordon Welch

July 30, 2022

Sending thoughts and prayers to Manny’s family; praying our great God will watch over and care for his family today and for weeks to come.

Sandy Rosengren

July 30, 2022

Margie, Megan, and Meredith and Jerod we are so saddened and are praying for you all. Paul and Sandy Rosengren

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