Jerry Ray Manson

November 11, 1952 - September 24, 2021

Jerry Ray Manson, 68, passed away Friday, September 24, 2021, at his home in Bolivar, Missouri. He was born in St.Joseph, Mo on November 11, 1952 to Hank and Sara (Sherman) Manson. Jerry married the love of his life Laurie on July 3, 1993. Jerry loved his music(loud), his Harley’s and was an avid traveler. He never met a stranger and made friends wherever he went. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents Hank and Sara Manson, his niece Brooke McKinney and beloved dog Abella. He is survived by his wife Laurie, daughters Desarae Eastland/Darrell Rogersville, MO, Molly Mahurin Bentonville, AR, Brother William Manson/Pam St. Joseph, MO, Sisters Susie Cook/Rusty St. Joseph, MO, Tammy Manson Savannah, MO, Grandchildren Anayla Spybuck, Bodee Melton, Isam Melton, Dylan Mahurin, Cyrus Mahurin, Diesel Mahurin, Tremae Mahurin, several great grandchildren, his fur babies Eli & Ophi and many nieces and nephews. There will be a dinner after the graveside services at Springfield Ave Cafe Bolivar, MO @ 6pm. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Humane Society. Services for Jerry will be held Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 1:30 P.M. at the Butler Funeral Home in Bolivar. A visitation will be held 30 minutes before the time of service. In lieu of flowers the family would like memorial donations to be made out to the Humane Society.