Colby Michael Manning, age 75, passed away suddenly June 4, 2024 at his residence. He was born October 28, 1948 in Glynn County to the late Coey Colby Manning and Dorthy McDowell Manning.

Mr. Manning was retired from the United States Army after 22 years of service and was retired from Law Enforcement after 20 years of service. He was a member of Old Pine Grove Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Deliah Manning St. John and Myra Manning. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Vicki Bowen Manning; two children, Michael Scott Manning (Ginger) and Kimberly Waters (Johnny) of Alma; mother-in-law, Marcella Manalo of Alma; two brothers, Ray Manning (Milly) and Bert Manning; sister, Patty Porter of Woodbine; also 12 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

The family will be receiving friends at the funeral home Thursday evening from 6 to 8 PM.

Funeral services will be held Friday (June 7, 2024) at 11:00 AM from the chapel of Crosby Funeral Home with Rev. Randy Cox and Bishop R. B. Gaskins officiating.  Active pallbearers will be Chan Carver, Joshua Manning, Justin Jowers, Micheal Manning, Shane Taylor, Alex Kish and Terry Lee. Honorary pallbearers will be Craig Pittman, John Simpson, Bernard Cooks, Mike Hewitt, John Bloodworth, Terry Medders, Andre Brinson, Todd Cain, Alma Police Department and Bacon County Sheriff's Office.

Interment will follow at New Hope Church Cemetery with full Military Honors.

Crosby Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements.