Bobby Joe Manes Obituary
Bobby Joe Manes of Trumann, Arkansas passed away on October 23, 2026. Bobby, born on July 4, 1950, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Bobby Joe Manes to show support.
Bobby will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Bobby will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Bobby’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Rev. Cecil Washington and Clara Mae Moss Manes; his brother J. C. Manes; and his brother-in-law Ronnie Tackett. He is survived by: his wife Lana Sue Henry Turner; his daughter Alescia Michelle Manes of Trumann; his stepchildren, Lynda Sue Bergeron (Jimmy) and James Joe Turner (Debbie); and his siblings, Sue Sturdivant of Greenbrier, AR, Teresa Tackett of Harrisburg, AR, Judy Hollie (Ronald) of Trumann, AR and Gary Manes (Tammy) of Trumann.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 29th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Thompson Funeral Home (220 Viva Dr, Trumann, AR 72472). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 30th 2026 at 1:30 PM at the same location.
