Manning Williams Obituary

Manny, was telling someone about you today. Remembered red river and Welshmen never yield. Hope to see you when the tombs get opened, Mac.

Barbara,

My sincerest condolences to you with the loss of of your soul mate. We were out of town when Manning passed, and I just learned about it today. I never had the privilege of knowing him, but I know the world now has a vacancy that will be hard to fill, if ever it could be. May the Lord comfort you as only He can, and may your memories sustain you through all your tomorrows. Manning was truly a remarkable person and has left a tremendous and talented contribution to the history of Charleston, SC. When I think of the beautiful art work he has left us here on earth, I can't even imagine how much greater his artwork in heaven will be. May you be comforted knowing your friends love and care about you and will keep you lifted up in prayer as you begin this new chapter in your life. Love and prayers always, Carol Neumann

Dear Barbara,
My sincere condolences on your great loss. I wish you happy memories and continuing growth.
David

Barbara + Manning, a pair like no other. You both are in my thoughts.
From a singular vision of the Charleston landscape to a color coded landscape of his mind, Manning's paintings, even if looking like home, take us somewhere else or if foreign, bring home provocative questions.
Manning will always be-- in the picture.
I will miss him. Kat Hastie

Barbara, May God bless and keep you during this time of loss. Manning will live in our memories forever. I'll never forget how wonderful a friend he was to my late husband, George. The first Christmas present I gave George was a beautiful still life by Manning. And, I will never forget how kind Manning was to serve as a pallbearer at George's funeral. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find some comfort in knowing that Manning is loved and missed by the many, many people he touched.

In the passing of Manning, I have lost a friend, a colleague and a mentor. Always kind and the best storyteller, both on and off the canvas. I will miss you.

The world is a bettter place because of your presence my dear friend. We shared tears and laughs on many of the "old places" where our souls had visited during that War. Gods speed Manning, until we can again drink from my canteen...

Dear Barbara: I am so sorry to hear that Manning has left us! He was such a special man and I will always remember him most fondly. Just this month one of my guests remarked on the picture that he painted, over 36 years ago, and was eager to hear about its history and that the artist was a personal friend. She found it mesmorizing, said she had been staring at it all evening. He will live on forever in his work. With much love, Betsy Gourlay, Monterrey, Mexico

I was saddened to learn of Manning's death. My thoughts are with you at this sad time. I'll miss him. Love, Anne

God's speed First Sergeant Manning Williams.....I will see you on the other side.....Ricefield

Ms Barbara,
I am so sorry to hear about Manning. I will always remember all of your stories about how you met and about your life together. You are definitely in my thoughts and prayers and I look forward to seeing you soon!
Love,
Megan Graham (Sports Plus)

Thinking about the stuffed angel ornament that hangs on the tree every year, the torn peice of paper with his drawing on it, tucked between the pages of a baby book," hanging out" on the kitchen stool at Saint Johannes, putting up Christmas decorations in the church, and all the wonderful words of encouragement he gave to my sons. Manning was such a blessing to us all.
Love, Christie

Barbara, I was so shocked and saddened to see that Manning has died. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Susan H. Davis

My sympathy to the family of a good and talented man.

We send our fondest sympathy to Manning's family and friends---he was such a wonderful person, so intelligent, talented, and so down to earth. We knew him through re-enactments and, yes, he always had his sketch pad :) Take care and God Bless...Pam and Carl Schultz

What a great man. Not only as an artist, but, as a person. Always remember, if you were lucky enough to get your name in "the book" you had done something. Barbara, our hearts are with you.

To my dear cousin.I want you to know that I cherish my childhood memories we shared with my Mom and yours being not only sisters in law but best friends.I still think of Aunt Dot and Louise often and the good times we shared tthat you were a part of.To you, Barbara ,my most heartfelt sympathy.Linda Williams Wertan

Go now my teacher of Art to the house of the Lord The Duke is waiting for you.

DEAR BARBARA,
SORRY FOR LOST.MAY THE
LORD BLESS YOU AND BE WITH YOU
LOVE, PAUL&RUTH WILSON
DELTA

Pass the infantry to the front rapidly!...Let us cross over the river, and rest under the shade of the trees. Manning will always remain in our hearts and memories until it is our time to cross over to be with our Lord too. Barbara, our prayers are with you as we mourn the passing yet celebrate the life of Manning. David, Stephanie and Olivia Rentz

Andy and I are keeping you in our prayers. Manning was always a gentleman with a kind spirit. I will always remember the attention he gave to Mikayla and Nathan during church. He has left a legacy with his art and that will remain here for all to view. Sending much love, Diane H
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