Clarke Manning Obituary

Mr Manning was a special teacher. He allowed those who could to excel. Our senior year at North Muskegon (1973), he picked a play especially for the characters in our class. He made a difference.

Dortha and family, I will never forget the times that I spent with your dad, mom and brother. I know that they are so happy to be reunited again. I loved them all dearly and I thank you for sharing them with me and my children. We hold the fondest memories of our times together and your dad bringing me shortbread as a wedding gift was the greatest. RIP friend.

Christy Moon

THOUGHTS and PRAYERS go out to his family. What a wonderful person he was. I along with my brother Don and sister Becky had the honor to have him as a teacher in the early 70's. He was so helpful and understanding. WHAT AN AWESOME TEACHER HE WAS.

I had the pleasure of having Mr. Manning as my English teacher at NMHS- what a wonderful teacher. I will never forget him or his love of the classics.

I had the honor of having Mr. Manning for my English teacher when I was in 11th grade at NMHS... a LONG time ago...Oh....that voice...I've never forgotten it. He was one of my favorite teachers.

You were truly a great teacher. You will be missed by everyone that knew you. We all will forever hear your amazing one of a kind voice in our heads. Thank you for all you taught so many!! Thoughts and prayers to your family.

I was also very lucky to have Mr. Manning as a teacher! He was an amazing teacher! His class was always interesting! - I learned so much about giving speeches- that it has helped me in so many ways!
RIP Me Manning!

Dear Dortha,
So sorry to hear about your father, we would see him almost every week as we grocery shopped the same time and place. So many wonderful memories and who can forget his beautiful iconic voice. Love Bruce and Kelly Dauser

I loved Mr Manning's class! He was very interesting and gave great view points. Very thankful to have had him as a teacher. Thoughts and Prayers with to the family and all.

I am so sorry to hear that Mr. Manning passed away. He was an amazing and unforgettable teacher - and incredibly funny. I learned so much from him, not just about English, but about how to hold myself to higher standards. Rest in peace, Mr. Manning.

Thank you, Mr. Manning, for renewing my interests in English and not cutting me too much slack in class. You will be missed.

R.I.P. You were a GREAT teacher.

I was lucky enough to have Mr. Manning as a teacher at North Muskegon. He was one of those teacher that you never forget all in the best ways. I think of him often, this is a very great loss. Lorie Martin Nygard

Dear Dortha,

Please accept my sincerest sympathy to you and your family at this time. I fondly remember enjoying your father reading the scriptures at First Congregational Church.

He always enjoyed talking about his love of music and the church.

Sincerely,

Gary Banninga

Dear Dortha,

Please accept my sincerest sympathy to you and your family at this time. I fondly remember enjoying your father reading the scriptures at First Congregational Church.

He was always very interested in taling about his love of music and the church.

Sincerely,

Gary Banninga