MANNING Kevin Joseph

April 8,1932, St. John’s, Newfoundland to August 23, 2018 Waterloo, Ontario

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Kevin Manning, aged 86 years. Kevin passed away peacefully at Columbia Forest Long Term Care Facility. Loving father to Barbara (Shumsky), Dan Manning (Sharon Parsons, Sue Manning). Cherished grandfather to Michael and Colleen Pequegnat (Andie) and great-grandfather to Riley and Mackinley. Kevin was predeceased by his beloved wife of 54 years, Frances, in 2007 and son, Kevin, in 2009. Sixteen brothers and sisters predecease Kevin. He is survived by his last remaining sibling, Sister Marian Grace Manning, and will be especially missed by his sisterin-law, Rose (Harry) Phillips. Kevin had a long and storied career starting in the late 1940’s with the US Air Force, Pepperrell, and Transcanada Airlines, St. John’s, 1958, and Windsor, 1961, Pharmaceutical Sales, Hoffman La Roche, 1964 and AH Robbins, 1970. He eventually went on to form his own pharmaceutical business, Shamrock Vitamins. Kevin resided at Laurel Wood Retirement Home since 2007, where he shared his life with Julia Becu, and moved to Columbia Forest in early August. The family would like to thank all of the wonderful people who cared for Kevin over the years, at Laurel Wood, within the medical profession and Columbia Forest. Kevin was an incredible storyteller. With his wonderful sense of humour and twinkling Irish blue eyes, he brought a smile to all who met him. Gracious and kind, loving and thoughtful… a true gentleman… we will miss you so much Kevin. A private memorial service will be held. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.erbgood.com.