Philip W. Manuel

Philip Wheeler Manuel, 58, of Havensville, Kansas passed away Saturday, July 20th in Manhattan, Kansas. Phil was born in Onaga, December 16, 1960, to the late Clement and Donis (Flowers) Manuel. Philip worked at Shilling Construction Company for over 25 years and served as the asphalt plant manager. Philip united in marriage to Suzanne Elizabeth (Delaney) at the Havensville Christian Church and were married for 25 years. Throughout his life, Philip always put his family first. He will be remembered for his wit and sense humor, his patriotism to his country including always having a flag flying at the asphalt plant, a strong supporter and advocate for Alcoholic's Anonymous or anyone that struggled with addiction, and the annual family road trips with Queen or AC/DC blaring from the radio. He will also be remembered for his annual 4th of July celebration fondly named the "Annual Manuel" which brought all the family together. Phil is preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Amanda Manuel; his sister, Donna Heath, and his best friend Toad Graf. Survivors who will cherish the memories they made over the years include his bride for 25 years Suzanne Elizabeth (Delaney) Manuel of Havensville; daughter Morgan and Paul Glover of Manhattan; sons, Thomas Manuel of Manhattan; Carter Manuel of Havensville; two sisters, Linda Manuel of Silverlake; Barbara Tudder of Wichita; Brother Ross Manuel of Havensville; his aunt Della Mae (Tom) Smith; his uncle Tex (Jean) Manuel; his "practice children" David Graf and Tera Randall, many nieces, nephews, in-laws & cousins and many coworkers and friends. Donations in his name can be made to Carter's Education Fund or the HRHS Community Center. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the Havensville Christian Church, Havensville, Kansas on Saturday, July 27, 2019, starting at a very important time to Philip, 11:11 AM. A balloon release will be held afterward. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home and Cremation.