of Marianna, AR
February 12, 1950 - December 31, 2024
Roger Manasco, 74, of Marianna, Arkansas passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, December 31, 2024. He was born February 12, 1950, to Florence Key and Columbus Lee Manasco in Harlan, Kentucky.
He is survived by his wife, Debbie Manasco of fifty years, of the home; one son, Dylan Manasco, of Marianna, Arkansas; one daughter, Kristie Furrh (Kevin), of Olive Branch, Mississippi; four grandchildren, Morgan Manasco, Chloe Furrh, Taylor Furrh, Sam Furrh, one brother, Terry A. Manasco (Kelly), one niece, Terry Ann Manasco, and a host of friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, and one sister, Kathy D. Manasco Durbin.
Roger graduated from T.A. Futrell in 1968 and from ASU with a bachelor's in business and later UCA to attain vocational certification to teach careers orientation at Strong Middle School in Marianna. He taught Business Careers & keyboarding at Strong Middle and Vocational Carpentry. He retired after thirty-one years of teaching.
He was a Sergeant in the Arkansas National Guard and led the NB chemical division. He was honored with the Army Achievement Medal for duty performance above and beyond the normal call of duty. His expertise, devotion to duty and attention to detail were instrumental in Service Battery achieving 100 percent satisfactory rating.
He enjoyed camping, canoeing, history, and geography. Anything related to nature and the outdoors. He loved fishing with friends and family. He was often found outside, enjoying the beauty of life. He was a kind, gentle, and loving man to everyone that crossed his path. He was seen always with a smile on his face while expressing encouragement and understanding with a genuine heart.
Visitation will be held Saturday, January 18, 2025, from 2:00-5:00 P.M. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in Marianna, Arkansas. A graveside service will be held at a later date. Family & friends may view and sign online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/Marianna.
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35 Condolence(s)
Judy wtight
Friday, March 21, 2025
Sorry for your loss of Roger. Prayers for the family. Could have never made those 11 years were it not for the two of you. Just now learned of his demise. God be with you.
Debbie Gilliam-Franklin
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Debbie, I'm so sorry regarding the loss of Roger. I just found out about 20 minutes ago. My brother, Eddie Gilliam went to ASU during the time Roger went to ASU. My very best friend, SAMANTHA (BoBo) Slaughter went to ASU the same time. Roger and a couple other guys would come home with Eddie on weekends. They would all hang out together. This was around 1971 to 1972. I was still in high school but I never forgot Roger. He was a great, happy go lucky, person. My brother, Eddie, had 4 strokes October 4, 2024, and I haven't been on Facebook except to request prayers for my brother. He's still in rehabilitation in Memphis, but when he finishes with his therapy, he will be living my my husband and me. I hate that I missed Roger's services. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you peace and understanding. Again, I'm so sorry for the loss of Roger. I know God gained a super Saint. Bless you.
Debbie Hughes
Saturday, February 1, 2025
I went to school with Roger. He was such a kind and sweet person to everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family. Debbie Smith Hughes
Tim Houston
Sunday, January 12, 2025
Mr. Roger was one of my favorite teachers I ever had in school..he was such a funny and nice man. My prayers are with all the family..
Tricia & Matt Morgan
Sunday, January 12, 2025
Matt & I send our deepest sympathy. The Manasco family is in our prayers.
Shirley W. Thorn
Sunday, January 12, 2025
Mrs. Manasco and family, condolences in the passing of your husband at this most difficult time. Praying for comfort and peace today and the days ahead. Shirley Thorn former co-worker in the Forrest City School District.
Wilma Holmes
Saturday, January 11, 2025
Debbie and family;
My sincere condolences.
I worked with Roger for many years at Strong Midday School and he was always a kind and joyful person. He will be missed and forever remembered by us all.
Jocelyn J Swartz and Michael
Friday, January 10, 2025
Our deepest prayers for the family Kristie our heart is with you at this time and so is our Lord we love you dearly special prayers for it your mother
Suzanne Anderson
Friday, January 10, 2025
Roger’s smile and twinkling eyes! Three Manasco and Three Mathews kids (cousins) running through the woods beside Aunt Florence’s house. Wonderfully unsupervised as was normal back then. Any squabbles were settled between us, with Roger in charge. A moment in time with our cousins, but a lifetime of memories. Priceless! I met Debbie and Dylan only once but my heart is broken for your family. Roger’s quiet humility filled a huge space.
Frances Gibson
Friday, January 10, 2025
Your dad and I met in early elementary school. We were picked by classes to be the king and queen and my mother took a picture of us..It looks like we around 7 to 8 years old. I moved recently and have not found the Pic. Would you be interested in seeing it. So sorry for his passing. I wish love and healing for the family. He was a great friend.
Pat Hallman
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Debbie so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and family. Know he will be missed
Teresa Walker
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Debbie, my thoughts and prayers are with all the family. First Christian Church Christmas Carol at your house .Roger walked out and smiled as we sang. He waved as we left and yelled Merry Christmas to all. He will be missed in our community. Rob and Teresa Walker
LeAnn Edwards
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Debbie, I have so many memories from our 50+ years friendship. Many certainly include “Roger Dodger.” I met Roger when you met him at ASU. So many years ago. What is most important to me now is our friendship and your knowing that I am here for you. Roger’s spirit is now at peace and whole. I pray your new normal will also be full of love, peace and happiness. I love you, my wonderful friend.
Bunny Jackson
Thursday, January 9, 2025
My sincerest condolences. Such a nice man. He always had a smile. RIP Mr. M
Brian &Karen Henley
Thursday, January 9, 2025
we both took classes from him one of my favorite teachers
Pansy Burns
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
To Roger's beautiful family and his abundance of friends, neighbors, and loved ones who truly loved him:
Roger was a terrific neighbor to my family growing up... my bus-riding buddy 9 years.. just a great childhood friend.
Prayers of comfort for you all.
Our world was a brighter, better place with Roger here.
Thank you, LORD, for the precious memories!
Lynda Andrews
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you and family.
Sybil Key Clemons
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Im so sorry for your family’s loss. Roger was my 8 th grade shop Teacher . He was always smiling and such a kind hearted man. Many hugs and prayers for his family.
Debbie Shirley
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Prayers for each of You!!!
Donita Jones
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
I was the good friend of his sister Kathy. I met him a couple times when he would bring his mother to Ohio to visit his sister Kathy. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. RIP Roger..
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Kay Wilson
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Dearest Debbie and family,
Donald and I are so sad to hear about Roger. Our prayers are with all of you during the terrible time. I remember him from our wedding may year's ago and have come to love him ever since then.I will always remember his smile. Donald has told me alot of tales about him and his "cousin" and friend. He will miss him greatly.
Adriane Umeloh
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Mr Manasco was my Carpentry teacher when they had vocational classes at Lee. This man had such a beautiful soul. I will miss him and I still today uses some of the skills he taught me . You will be missed Mr.M
Carolyn Trimble
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Dear Debbie I met you at a reunion and I am truley sorry for your loss I had known Roger for many years and always considered him a friend He will be greatly missed prayers for you and your family
fondly Carolyn Sue Snyder Trimble
Joyce Beasley Edwards
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
I am sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family . I will always remember the good times we had working together.
Cindy Cloyd
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Debbie, you and your children and your family are in my prayers. Roger was such a sweet gentle guy and will be missed by all who knew him. I love you ,girl , and will hold you
dear.
Melinda Needham
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Dearest Debbie, Kristie, Dylan, Chloe,
My heart aches for all of you. Gary and I loved Roger and we love each one of you. Our families entwined even before you kids were born and, for a long time, we all “grew up with each other.”
Losing Roger is losing my brother-in-law. Debbie, you’ve been my sister for well over 50 years and I wish I could rescue you from all your pain, but no one can do that.
Know that Gary and I are praying for God’s mercy and comfort to enfold you through these difficult times. We are here for love and support in any way you need us.
Kelly Jones
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Debbie,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of you during this difficult time.
Love,
Kelly
Becky Hamilton
Saturday, January 4, 2025
My sweet cousin, prayers and thoughts for all your family. May God bless you always.
Gloria Brooks
Saturday, January 4, 2025
Debbie, Dylan, and Kristie,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Roger was a wonderful man and best friend to my Rick. He was always a joy to be around, when he came to visit us. His positive attitude and sweet spirit are things I remember about him. Everyone who knew Roger loved him, as did I.
He loved his family and had hundreds of pictures on his phone we would go through looking at because I like picture, too. He cherished time with the grandkids and always filled us in on their lives. I know they will miss their granddad.
I take comfort in knowing that Roger is in heaven with his Savior now. Our loss is his gain for sure. What a wonderful legacy of memories he his left behind with us. I pray that God will minister to each of you, providing you with His peace and comfort, and that morning by morning new mercies will you see.
Love,
Gloria Brooks
Janie Baber
Saturday, January 4, 2025
Mark & I are sending our love and deepest sympathy to you, Debbie, and your kiddos, and to Roger’s other friends and family members. We are holding space together with you to celebrate his life and to grieve his presence.
David Grigsby
Saturday, January 4, 2025
My Love and Prayers go out the family and loved ones. Mr. Manasco was a great teacher and one overall great person. He will be truly missed. Rest in Heavenly Peace, Mr. Manasco.
Regina
Friday, January 3, 2025
I took Mr. Manasco’s class in the 8th grade. He was a kind and living man. He also served in the National Guard with my dad and some of my Uncles. He will be missed. My condolences to the family and Test In Peace
Joanne Webb & Butch Jones
Friday, January 3, 2025
Debbie & Family
We are so sorry for your loss. Roger was a very close friend to Butch. They grew up together & were fellow classmates. If not for Roger, Butch may never have graduated from high school Roger spent many, many hours helping Butch study so that he could pass. I knew both, you & Roger, because of my brothers, Butch & John Paul, and the bank where I worked. Roger was always so nice. We are really going to miss him. Thoughts & prayers for you all.
Sincerest Condolences,
Butch Jones & Joanne Webb
Dale & Laura Andrews
Friday, January 3, 2025
Many prayers for his family. May they know he his at peace with his Heavenly Father.
r_mvickers@yahoo.com
Friday, January 3, 2025
So sorry for you loss. My prayers and thoughts go out to Debbie and the kids.
Marie Vickers