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William Manson Obituary
MANSON, William Ashby Sr., 87, passed away on December 10, 2007. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Janet Gresham Manson; his son, William Ashby Manson Jr. and wife, Lyn Kyle; two daughters, Betsy Gresham Manson and Ellen Manson Moore and her husband, Jim; three grandchildren, Mary Kyle Manson, Ashby Gresham Manson, and Jeffrey Dosser Moore, all of the Richmond area. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Sydney L. Manson and Dr. R. Campbell Manson; and a sister, Virginia Wood. Mr. Manson, a World War II Army veteran, was a 1942 graduate of VPI & SU, with a degree in mechanical engineering, and was a member of the Highty Tighties. He was a Professional Engineer, specializing in Acoustical Engineering. He was the retired past President and CEO of Manson & Utley, Inc. In 1969, he served as President of the National Acoustical Contractors Association (CISCA). A family interment will be at Riverview Cemetery Friday, December 14 at 11 a.m. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Westhampton United Methodist Church, 6100 Patterson Ave., Richmond, Va. 23226. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Westhampton United Methodist Church or to the American Red Cross. Arrangements are being handled by the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Manson
Bill will be missed@the dialysis ctr with his yellow socks and his great smile.my best to the family and Bill jr.
Raymond<Doug> Prince
December 14, 2007
I had the pleasure of working for Bill,Sr.several times over many years.We had our little ups and downs,but I always had the utmost respect for him as a boss and more importantly as a man who truly cared for his employees.
Jerry Howell
December 14, 2007
Bill and extended family, Your Dad respected all those with whom he came in contact, he never knew a stranger and everybody was his friend. I will always remember his unforgettable smile. My life has been blessed by having known Bill, Sr. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Sid Bass
December 13, 2007
Your dear father shared many enjoyable conversations during meals with his tablemates and their guests while at Glenburnie. We Beverlys feel blessed to have known such a fine, honorable man. He is already missed very much and our prayers are with all of his family.
Sally (Beverly) Sgrosso
December 13, 2007
Mr. Manson was a great teacher and will be sadly missed by many, may God be with his family and friends during this time of need.
Scott Justice
December 12, 2007
Mr. Manson was a customer of a local real estate office that I previously worked at for a long time. He came into our office many times and made us women in the office chuckle. I do remember some of his unusual socks. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this sad time.
Brenda Greene
December 12, 2007
Betsy and Mary Virginia, Thinking of you and your family during this time of loss. May all the fond memories you treasure with your dear father bring comfort to you.
Sincerely,
Janet Long
Janet W Long
December 12, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Manson's passing. He was a customer when I worked at Dictaphone. Whenever he came in he always brightened our day, especially with his yellow socks. May God be with your family in this difficult time. Please know that Mr. Manson will be a wonderful part of my memories.
Vanessa Breedlove
December 12, 2007
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