Virginia Marie Manns

VIRGINIA MARIE MANNS, daughter of the late William and Mary Lacey Johnson, was born on August 27, 1928 in Baltimore, Maryland. God called His angel home on December 1, 2013 after a lengthy illness. Virginia was educated in the Baltimore City Public School System. She was a proud graduate of Frederick Douglass High School. At the young age of nineteen, she married her best friend and soul mate William Thomas Manns, Sr. This union enabled them to share sixty-two years of marital bliss. She faithfully remained by his side until his death in January, 2009. Virginia (who everyone referred to as “Gin” or “Ginny”) was an outgoing person who would extend a helping hand to anyone. Her ability to communicate, as well as, her genuine thoughtfulness was exemplified when she worked at Pimlico Elementary School assisting the cafeteria staff. She touched a lot of lives with her warm spirit and sense of humor. She was active with her church family until her illness. She participated in the Senior Choir, as well as, taught Sunday School. Her other passion was playing bingo. She could play for hours at a time. Ginny loved to bowl as well, and it was not uncommon for her to participate in several leagues. She was a dedicated mother who placed her family first. Every Sunday Virginia could be found at Gethsemane Baptist Church where she worshipped her entire life. She would always have a kind word or something funny to say to lighten up the morning. Ginny loved the Lord and worshipped him with all of her heart. She was a living example of a wife, mother, friend and confidant. She had the ability to make a stranger feel very comfortable with her charm and smile. To know her was to love her, and to be loved by her was incredible! Virginia had three children that preceded her death: William Thomas Manns Jr., Bruce Manns, and Darlene Manns-Williams. She also had a granddaughter, Chontell Denise Manns that preceded her in death as well. She leaves three children to carry on her legacy: Sheila Longus, Leon Manns and Darnell Manns; two daughters-in-law, Cheryl Manns and Marva Manns. Virginia also leaves behind one sister, Mary Hall; and a brother, Raymond Johnson; her extended family consisted of fifteen grandchildren, thirty-five great–grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and close friends.

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Virginia Marie Manns

August 27, 1928 - December 1, 2013