Lee was the oldest son born to Wesley Levi Manning and Bertha B. Manning Cowin on March 24, 1933 in Wenatchee, Washington and lived in the Tri-City area for 71 years.

He passed away June 30 at Northern Idaho Advanced Medical Hospital from surgery complications.

His father worked construction and when Lee had moved to the Tri-Cities at the age of 10 his family had moved 30 times.

When he was 17 years old he was enlisted in the National Guard and his unit was called to active duty. He chose to go with his unit and then finished his high school education upon discharge.

During his work years he was employed by L.W. Vail, General Electric, Kadlec Hospital and W.P.P.S.S. now known as Energy Northwest. He retired in 1988 as a Power Operator.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and boating in his earlier years.

He was preceded in death by his father Wesley L. Manning, his brother DeLos Manning and his former wife and mother of his children Jo Manning.

He is survived by his 98 year old mother, Bertha Cowin; longtime friend Darlene Tracy; sisters Joanna Gunn Barney, Darlene Smith Larry and Judy Moore Bob; daughters Nancy Gustafson Mike, Karen Holbrook Terry and son Mike Manning Cindy. Several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He took the most pride in his family and he is loved dearly and will be missed by all who knew him.

Graveside Service will be at Sunset Gardens, on the Richland Bypass, Saturday, July 12 at 1:00.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Chaplaincy, 1480 Fowler Street, Richland, WA 99352.