DOUGLAS MANSER

Douglas L. Manser, 87, passed away on January 11, 2021. He was born on October 19, 1933. His parents were Anton J. and Gertrud Manser. Douglas graduated from West Point High School and later married his high school sweetheart, MaryAnn. They moved to California in 1958, settling in Gilroy.

Douglas was always involved in Retail Sales – worked at and managed a Grocery Market for years – then opened Sunnyside Produce Mini Mart and gas. After retiring he worked as a Resident Manager at Central Storage. Douglas enjoyed working with people and traveling. He toured parts of Europe, took cruises to Mexico and even enjoyed quick day trips going to the casino and the Delta. He had always wanted to travel to Alaska, but never made it. He was a member of Gilroy Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Gilroy Lions Club, and a Friend of Bill W. for over 30 years.

Douglas is survived by his wife, MaryAnn Manser; children, Michael (Kimberly) Manser, Sheila (Scott) Lundgren; grandchildren, Lisa (Tim) Aguirre, Dominic Manser, Kelsey Lundgren, Kolby Lundgren, Alexandra Manser, and Matthew Lundgren; great grandchildren, Weston Aguirre and Ryder Aguirre; as well as, Larry Meyer.

Douglas was preceded in death by his parents, Anton J. Manser and Gertrud Manser.

Graveside Services will be held at Cherokee Memorial Park January 21 at 1:30 pm. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Shriner’s Hospital for Children, or any other charity you may prefer.

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