Katherine H. Manson

Katherine Hooper Manson, 97, of Jacksonville, passed away April 13, 2012. The daughter of the late William Francis Hooper and Ida McDearmon Hooper, she was born August 22, 1914, in Brownsville, Tennessee. Katherine graduated from Haywood County High School, Brownsville, where she was a cheerleader for four years and was West Tennessee Prep Football Queen. She also played the piano for daily chapel assembly and was in Who s Who in Brownsville High Schools. Katherine attended Union University in Jackson, Tennessee, where she pledged Chi Omega social sorority and wrote the pledge song. She was a maid at the Memphis Cotton Carnival. In 1939, Katherine married Andrew Hunter Manson, Jr., and moved to Jacksonville. During her many years as a member of Riverside Presbyterian Church, she served on the chancel committee, played piano for Sunday school classes, worked with Meals on Wheels, and was wedding director. Katherine was a member of Hyacinth Garden Circle for over 50 years and served as flower show chairman. She was recognized for her creative and beautiful flower arrangements. Known for her outgoing personality and many talents, Katherine did volunteer work for both civic and social organizations and was given a merit certificate by the American Cancer Society, Inc., for work in the cancer prevention study. She was an honorary life widow member of the Florida Yacht Club. Predeceased on December 28, 2005, by her husband of 66 years, Katherine is survived by her son, Andrew Hunter Manson, III, (Joyce), daughter, Katherine Hooper (Kay) Manson, and several nieces and nephews. Hardage -Giddens Funeral Home, Edgewood Avenue, is in charge of funeral arrangements. Private graveside services will be held Tuesday, April 17, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. at Oaklawn Cemetery, with the Reverend Dr. Steve Goyer officiating, and interment will be in the Manson family plot. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Riverside Presbyterian Church, Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, or a favorite organization. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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