Ronnie Manning

BAXTER-James Ronald "Ronnie" Manning was born March 22, 1947 in Nashville and passed away April 2, 2022 at the age of 75. His battle with serious medical issues was brief, however, he stayed strong until the very end. Ronnie was predeceased by his Mother: "Nancy" Eloise Elrod Manning, his Aunt, "Minnie" Bell Elrod and his Father James Floyd Manning. Ronnie spent his years in East Nashville where he attended Lockeland Elementary School, graduated from East High School and remained in contact with many of East High alumni. He received his Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Tennessee and was an avid UT football fan. Ronnie began his professional career at National Life Insurance company and ultimately retired from the State of Tennessee. He loved working every year for the Country Music Fanfare where he met many country music celebrities and made lots of friends. Ronnie attended West End United Methodist Church, where he loved the music and had many friends in the choir. Survivors include his beloved family members, neighbors, and friends. Funeral services Monday April 18 at 11 am in the Baxter Chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home (532 4th Ave. Baxter, TN) with Rev. Jim Rogers officiating. Visitation Monday 10 am until service time. Interment in Pleasant View Cemetery. Baxter Chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home (931) 858-2134 is in charge of arrangements. You may share your thoughts and memories at www.hhhfunerals.com