Jesse "J. W." Walter Manuel, Jr.

Jesse "J. W." Walter Manuel, Jr. February 21, 1943 - January 29, 2020

Born: Sunday Feb 21, 1943

Died: Wednesday Jan 29, 2020

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Jesse "J. W." Walter Manuel, Jr., 76, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2020, at UNC-Rockingham Health Care in Eden.

A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Friday, January 31, at Draper Pentecostal Holiness Church with burial to follow in Danview Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service (1 - 2 PM) at the church.

Mr. Manuel was born February 21, 1943 in Draper, NC, to the late Jesse Walter Manuel, Sr. and Nina Mills Manuel. He was a graduate of Morehead High School, Class of 1962 and a graduate of East Carolina University where he was a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity. J. W. was a retiree of Cumulus Fibres. He enjoyed visiting people and was always very sociable.

He is survived by his wife, Paula Richardson Manuel of the home; brother, Dale Manuel (Frankie) of Jamestown; sisters-in-law, Paige Frye (Eddie) and Edie Manuel (Dwight, deceased); nieces, Kelli Frye Lusk, Jennifer Flynt (Scotty) and Alyson Linder (Scott); special great-nieces and nephews, Joey Lusk and Abigail Lusk.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Dwight Manuel and nephew, Christopher Manuel.

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Paula, I am so sorry! 💖
Merrilee S Massey

Sorry for your loss. My kindest regards to your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jim nelson

He was always friendly and willing to talk with anyone. Well respected businessman. My condolences to the family during this difficult time. May God comfort you in the days ahead.
Tommy Griffin

I’m so very sorry to learn about JW’s passing. He was a wonderful friend!!! Rick and I love you and are praying for you.
Angie Wilkie

Paula & family, we are so sorry for the loss of J.W. Our hearts & prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Love, Pat, Kenny & Family
Kenneth Dabbs

Paula, I was so sorry to see that J.W. had passed away. You and I worked together at the Mental Health Center many years ago. I remember meeting J.W. He was such a friendly guy and so very tall. I will be praying for you that God will give you comfort and peace in the days and weeks ahead.
Wanda Hill

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