Thomas Francis Manning Jr., 90, of East Hartford, passed away on December 14, 2014. Tom was a son of the late Thomas Sr. and Agnes (Eddy) Manning. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy having served during World War II. He enjoyed watching the UConn basketball teams and NY Yankees. Tom will be remembered as a good friend and neighbor. In addition to his parents, Tom is predeceased by his brother, John Manning.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, December 19, 2014 at 10am in Blessed Sacrament Church, 36 Cambridge Dr., East Hartford, CT 06118. Burial with full military honors to follow in St. Mary Cemetery, East Hartford. There are no calling hours. Newkirk & Whitney Funeral Home, 318 Burnside Ave., East Hartford is assisting with arrangements. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.newkirkandwhitney.com