Robert Vineyard Manning Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Robert Vineyard Manning of Dandridge, Tennessee. Robert, born on September 6, 1944 in Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on October 31, 2026. 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 Robert Vineyard Manning to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Zelma Hightower and John Ernest Manning; and his siblings, Lawrence Manning, John Ernest "Jack" Manning (Clara Ann), Kenneth Manning (Geraldine), Edna Tate (Douglas), Mary McMahan (Theodore), Wilma Edmonds, Carolyn Taylor (Orville) and Mildred Fox (Henry).
He is survived by: his brothers, Allen Manning (Betty) and Ray Manning (Polly); his sister-in-law Lois Reeves; and his daughters, Cynthia Brown (Larry), Carrie Kobish, Carmen Kobish, Connie Taylor (Randell) and Carolyn Robin Thomas (Darren). He is also survived by 12 grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, November 3rd 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Farrar Funeral Home (162 E Meeting St, Dandridge, TN 37725). A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, November 4th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Wednesday, November 4th 2026 at the Hills Union Cemetery (2383 Hills Chapel Rd, Dandridge, TN 37725).
