
Celebrating the Life of
May 22, 1970 — November 4, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Joseph
Gerald Manson, Joe, who left us on Monday November 4, 2024 at the
age of 54. He was a proud man of immense humor, quick wit and
wisdom, cherishing every moment spent with his loved ones. He loved
spending time with those he loved, almost always food was involved.
His passion for hunting, fishing, welding, tinkering in the garage and
any work requiring hands on physical labor, and his unwavering spirit will forever
be remembered.
He is survived by his wife LeeShell Downing of
Minneapolis; children Dale Manson (Kate) of Coon Rapids, Alisha
Manson of Dayton, Jesse Downing of Minneapolis, Kayce Cole
(Justin) of Maple Grove, Dustin Inman (Chelsea) of Minneapolis,
Darien Inman (Christen Uhl) of Minneapolis and Hannah Aguilar
(David) of Crystal; grandchildren Arayiah, Joseph, Kennedy, Anthony,
EJ, Azaela, Christian, Richard, Clayton, Gavin, Kolten, Brielle, Darien
Jr, Aiyana, Jasmyn, Rose and Ace; sisters Jane Delgado (Elias) of
Wyoming, Jennifer Brinker (Adam) of Pine City, Justine Kurth (Russ
Peterson) of Pine City, Jolene Situma of Bloomington, Jocelyn Reiter
(Brennan Stanelle) of Minnetonka; and many nephews and nieces
who will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest.
Joe is preceded in death by his parents Thomas and Jane Manson,
sister Jade Manson, paternal grandparents Joseph and Audrey
Manson, maternal grandparents Walter and Mildred Asplund,
grandson Joseph Manson, and brother in law Jeff Reiter.
We welcome all who knew him to join us in celebrating the life of a
man who was loved deeply and will be missed.
A Celebration of life
including lunch will be held at Chengwatana Townhall on Saturday
December 7th from 12pm to 5pm. Graveside burial service will be held
during for those who wish to attend at Hustletown cemetery.

Saturday, December 7, 2024, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Central Time
17903 Blue Jay Ln, Pine City, MN 55063
During celebration of life there will be a short graveside service for those who wish to attend at Hustletown cemetery just a short distance away.

Saturday, December 7, 2024, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Central Time
27136 Forest Rd, Pine City, MN 55063
Celebration of life
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