Evan O. Manges

Evan Oliver Manges, 77, of Bremen passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2014 at home. He was born February 17, 1937 to Dillman and Minna (Schutz) Manges. In 1955 Evan graduated from Bremen High School where he was voted "most athletic." After graduating, he married Sharon Swank and together they had four children. In 1966, he married Charlene Nine and together they had a son. On August 8, 1977, he married Carolyn Nelson. He worked at Corl Corp in research and design for many years. Evan enjoyed playing horseshoes, fishing, woodworking, and spending time with his beloved dogs. He also enjoyed caring for the koi pond that he built in his backyard.

Evan is survived by three daughters, Penny (Coly) Eddinger of Nappanee, Susan (Steve) Florez, of Twain Harte, California, and Amy (Steve) Trevino of Susanville, California; three sons, Curt (Mary Ann) Manges of Ione, California, Jan David Manges of Waterford, California, and Cris Manges of Indianapolis; three stepsons, Joseph (Lisa) Gibson of Plymouth, Ken (Jodi) Gibson of Woodstock, IL, and Laurence "Larry" (Jenny) Gibson of Mahomet, Illinois; his friend and companion, Sue Fritter of Plymouth; 24 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren; two brothers, Wayne Manges and Burt Manges; and a sister, Leona Holderread.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn; a step daughter, Terry Mitro; two sisters, Carole Koontz and Lorraine Leazenby; and two brothers, Dean Manges and Don Manges.

A funeral service will be held on Sunday, July 6, 2014 at Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen at 1:30 PM. Burial will follow in the Bremen Cemetery.

Friends may call on Saturday, July 5, 2014 from 4-7 PM at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be given to Center for Hospice.