William Cunningham Manes Obituary
We bid farewell to William Cunningham Manes (Lake Forest, California), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 10, 2026 at the age of 94. William touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Cunningham Manes to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William Clifford Manes and Clara Mildred Cunningham Manes; and his siblings, Vera Manes Zammito, Shirley Manes Sutton, Michael Manes, Melvin Manes, Sandra Manes DePew and Charles Manes.
He is survived by: his aunt Helen; his grandsons, Dylan and Tim; his wife Kathy; his siblings, Sally Manes Butler, Daniel Manes, Judy Manes Harmon and Tari Manes Alcorn; his stepchildren, Glynette Carradine (Lyn), Bill Manes Jr., Renee Manes, Michelle Manes Cheryl Roberts and Cindy Walkers; his stepgrandchildren, Sarah Jackman, Timothy Carradine, Samuel, Amelia Manes, Dylan Routh, Stephanie Carradine, Joseph Carradine, Susanna Muir (Suzie), Judah Carradine, Alexi Roberts and Chase Roberts; Bonnie and Margaret.
A vigil service will be held on Wednesday, May 20th 2026 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the O'Connor Mortuary Chapel (25301 Alicia Pkwy, Laguna Hills, CA 92653). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 21st 2026 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church (33926 Calle La Primavera, Dana Point, CA 92629). A graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 21st 2026 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM at the Ascension Cemetery (24754 Trabuco Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630).
