Nancy Manning

Nancy Manning, age 73, of Sherman, passed away on Monday, June 5, 2017, peacefully at her home surrounded by family after an extended battle with cancer.

She was born on July 23, 1943, in Springfield, IL, the daughter of Harold and Ruaelma Johnstone.

Nancy is survived by her children, Eric (Marla) Smith, Todd (Leanne) Smith, and Shelley (Chris) Donnelly; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Doris O’Neal and Carol (Harold) Carter; as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She is preceded in death by both of her parents and a brother-in-law, John O’Neal.

She had a long career in banking at Sherman Community Bank, Illini Bank, and Town & Country Bank. After retiring from banking, she enjoyed several years as a bookkeeper for a local horse trainer.

Nancy lived in the Williamsville/Sherman area. She loved sewing, flower gardening, and watching the St. Louis Cardinals and Illini basketball. Most of all, she cherished spending time with her kids and grandkids. Family was her greatest joy in life.

Visitation for Nancy will be held on Thursday, June 8, 2017, from 4-7 PM at Mott & Henning Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held on Friday, June 9, 2017, at 10 AM at Mott & Henning Funeral Home.

Burial will be held at Roselawn Cemetery in Springfield, IL.

Pastor David Plake will be officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the “Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run.”