William R. Manning
Passed on November 24, 2023
Resident of Holbrook, MA
William Robert Manning, also known as Bill, passed away on November 24, 2023, at the age of 91 in Holbrook, MA. He was born on February 7, 1932, in Boston, MA. Bill is survived by his daughter Linda Hayes and son in law Timothy Hayes of Mansfield, MA, his granddaughter Danielle Salvi and her husband Richard Salvi of Franklin, MA, his grandson Brian Hayes and his wife Carolyn of Mansfield, MA, and his great-grandchildren, Kayleigh Hayes, Austin Hayes, and Paige Salvi. He was preceded in death by his wife Kathryn Manning and his son William R. Manning, Jr.
Bill proudly served in the USAF. Throughout his career, Bill had a diverse professional background in law enforcement. He served as a policeman in Holbrook, MA, he worked for the Massachusetts State Police and also a long career as a Massachusetts State Court Officer. However, Bill’s true passion was music. He spent many years self-employed as an orchestra director for the esteemed Bill Manning Orchestras.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Bill had a deep love for the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, finding solace and joy in the beauty of nature.
Visiting hours will be held at the Hurley Currie Funeral Home, 127 So. Franklin St. (Rt. 37), Holbrook on Friday, December 1st from 10am-12pm followed by a service at 12pm. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Interment Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. For online guestbook and directions, visit www.thehurleyfuneralhomes.com.
Linda, your Dad, believe it or not, had a lot to do with how we were raised after our Dad passed. His timely quotes “Marty, get off the fence”, “Paul, please watch where the grass goes” & “Rose, you raised good kids” were always a source of a laugh or 2 even with your Mom.
In his own way, he helped me through some tough times at 15 Shirley St and I’m a better man for it.
So sorry for your loss kiddo. Paul
Hello Linda, We so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Bill and my dad had some great conversations when he was walking the dog. He talked to my dad the day he passed also 39 years ago. Judy and I send our sincerest condolences. The neighborhood will not be the same.
Take Care
Sincerely
Bob and Judy Azanow
Linda – Your Dad and my family had many fun times with your dad. I can remember a few hunting trips with him up to Maine, never bagged a dear but, had a good time. I did go salt water fly fishing with him and got an awesome Striped Bass. As Paul Callinan mentions he was always telling us to "Get of of the damn fence. Many good times on Shirley St.
Take Care. Dwight and Jane