Manuel Nedd

MANUEL NEDD, affectionately known as "Bounce" or "Po Man," was born on December 29, 1921 in Lynchburg, South Carolina to the late Bessie Van Buren and Reverend Lincoln Nedd. He departed this life on July 5, 2006 after a lengthy illness. He was educated in Lower Lamberton Elementary School, Upper Lamberton School and Germanton High School in McClellentown, Pennsylvania. After graduating in 1940 Manuel went to work in the coal mine. Later, he went into the U. S. military and was discharged from the Navy in 1953 and the Air Force in 1956. He moved to New York City and worked for the Federal Government at Fort Hamilton as a Clerk Typist/Ration Breakdown Technician. Manuel retired as a Federal Service employee of the United States 1204 Dental Detachment in the Bronx, New York on January 10, 1981 after serving thirty-one years, five months and twelve days. "Bounce"/"Po Man" holds numerous certificates and awards. May the work he's done speak for him. As a young man, Manuel joined Lamberton Baptist Church. He enjoyed the gospel and loved church fellowship throughout his life. "Jesus loves you and so do I" was repeated every Sunday when he greeted you on the telephone as he listened to gospel music while preparing for service at New Tabernacle Baptist Church in the Bronx, New York; where he was a faithful member. Manuel was a devoted, kind, lovable and generous family man and a friend to everyone. He will sincerely be missed by all whoever came in contact with him. He was a shining star here on earth dressed in three piece suits, wearing gold medallions, diamond rings and driving Cadillacs. "Po Man" had a fashion statement that no other could duplicate, his style or dress. They say the streets of heaven are paved with gold; gleaming with all kinds of precious metals. So don't feel bad or cry because we won't see "Po Man" dressed in earthly goods anymore. Imagine how his presence in heaven has added to the beauty that only God has created. He is preceded in death by first wife, Virginia; sister, Mozelle; brothers, Mosely and James; and daughter, Margurite. He leaves to mourn: his wife, Gracie; daughters, Betty, Phyllis, Fayette, Joyce and Roxanne; sons, Manuel and James; sisters, Rosealea and Bessye; brothers, Fred and Charles; sisters-in-law, Berniece, Lena, Beverly, Donna, Laura; brothers-in-law, James and Ollie Jr.; seven grandchildren, Tracye, Dana, Brittany, Da'Shana, Sasha, Justin and Christian; three great-grandchildren, Mya, Destiny and Margurite; nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of other relatives and friends.

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Manuel Nedd

December 29, 1921 - July 5, 2006