Daniel H. Manwaring

No farewell words were spoken, no time to say goodbye, you were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why…..On Saturday, July 26, 2014 our hearts were broken with the sudden and unexpected passing of our loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend, Daniel H. Manwaring, 41, of W. Whitcomb Hill Rd., Barton. Dan was born on January 1, 1973 in Johnson City a son of Henry and Lamoine (Huntley) Manwaring. He was a graduate of Tioga Central High School class of 1990. He attended college at Roberts Wesleyan and often told friends that he went to college for other reasons ~ one being, that is where he met the love of his life, Karen. Dan and Karen were married on August 14, 1993 and made Barton their home. Together they shared their love with their adoring children, Hannah, Caleb, Grace and Arianna. Dan was devoted to his family and his community. He was a devoted member of the Owego Nazarene Church, where he served as a role model and supporter of faith to many. Dan had such a caring heart and a great smile that will be cherished by many. He shared his love of basketball by coaching the Lady Sizzlers with his best friend, Greg Schweiger. "His Girls" all had a special place in his heart. Dan's greatest pleasure was being surrounded by his family and friends. You left us beautiful memories, your love is still our guide, tho' we cannot see you, you're always by our side Dan will be greatly missed by his loving wife, Karen (Barney) Manwaring; his adoring children: Hannah, Caleb, Grace and Arianna all at home; his parents: Henry and Lamoine Manwaring of Barton; his sisters and brothers-in-law: Karen and Kevin Wurth of Owego; Jill Manwaring Sylvester of Utica; Andrea and Casey Cerretani of Seatle, WA; Sarah and Daniel Humphreys of Florida; his mother-in-law and father-in-law: William and Cheryl Barney of Wellsville; his sister-in-law and brother-in-law: Diane and Matthew Kent of Jasper; his brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Doug and Kelly Barney of Wellsville; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends also survive. Dan was predeceased by his maternal grandparents Floyd and Ruth Huntley; paternal grandparents George and Esther Manwaring and a special aunt Shirley Manwaring. Family and friends are invited to come to support and share memories during a period of visitation on Thursday, July 31st from 4 to 7 pm at the Owego Church of the Nazarene, 3732 Waverly Rd., Owego. Funeral services and a celebration of Dan's life will be held on Friday, August 1st at 11 am at the church. Interment and prayers of committal will follow in the Nichols Cemetery. Memories, condolences and photos may be shared by visiting our website at www.sutfinfuneralchapel.com Those who wish may kindly consider a memorial contribution to an educational fund for his children ~ c/o Community Bank, PO Box 39, Nichols, NY 13812. Caring assistance is being provided by the Cooley Family of the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 S. Main St., Nichols. Until we meet again Dan, we know one thing is for sure; you will be there greeting us as we cross through Heaven's door. Cemetery Details Nichols Cemetery West River Road Nichols, NY 13812 Loading map Previous Events Visitation JUL 31. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (ET) Owego Nazarene Church 3732 Waverly Rd Owego, NY 13827 http://www.owegonaz.com Loading map Service AUG 1. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ET) Owego Nazarene Church 3732 Waverly Rd Owego, NY 13827 http://www.owegonaz.com Loading map