Russel Ray Manke Obituary

The family announces the passing of Russel Ray Manke of Manistee, Michigan on September 21, 2026. Russel, born on March 5, 1978, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Russel Ray Manke to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Raymond Manke and Joanne Gates (Pomeroy). He is survived by: his wife Brittany Manke; his children, Chauncy, Parker, Amiyah and Finny; his siblings, Matt and Brittan Manke; his nieces and nephews, Kira, Zailyn, Rylee Guillen, Miquel (Jacob Marsh), Penelope, Savana, Brayden, Carter and Kelly Gates; his stepfather Michael Gates; his in-laws, Deanna Marsh and Doe Kata; his grandmother Donna Gates; his grandparents-in-law, Jay, Sharon Marsh and Justine Mustaffa; his uncle Rick; his aunt Mary Rodriquez; and his close friends, Trevor Johnson, Gini Pelton, Cory Gillette, Cliff, Kat Buck and Casey Raatz. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, & friends.