James 'Snooky' Manning Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

James "Snooky" Manning December 26, 1939 - July 11, 2022 James "Snooky" Manning passed away on July 11, 2022 in Houston, TX. He was 82 years of age. Born at home in Madisonville, TX on the 26th of December, 1939 to Buck and Carrie Manning. Jim graduated from Madisonville High School in 1958 where he lettered in football, basketball, and baseball. He was All-District on the High School football team. In 1960, Jim graduated from Blinn College where he was a Captain of the football team. He began working for his brother Max on seismic land crews while attending Sam Houston State College. He graduated in 1965 with a double major in Physical Education and Business. Across his 49 year career in seismic exploration, Jim was able to travel the world and work for a variety of companies. He spent nearly 20 years with Geophysical Services Incorporated. He then went on to join Ackerman & Associates where he was ultimately named partner before returning to GSI under new ownership. Jim retired in 2009, the same year as his son graduated from law school. Jim spent his retirement alongside wife Sue whom he met at GSI in 1972 and married two years later. In 1982 they welcomed son, Matt. In August they would have celebrated 48 years of marriage. Jim loved spending time with his family and friends. He was a die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan and never wavered in his support nor missed a game. He loved to eat and cook. He was a master of both the grill and smoker. Jim was preceeded in death by his parents, and his brothers Glynn and Max Manning. He is survived by his wife Susan Manning, his son Matt Manning and wife, Kelly. He is also survived by his grandchildren Brennan and Savannah Manning as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The family wishes to express their gratitude to Mary Lofton of Mimi's Caring Angels for her faithful care of Jim during his final year. A celebration of life will occur at First Baptist Church of Madisonville, TX on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. with a reception to follow. Visitation will preceed the services beginning at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be directed to The American Heart Assocation or charity of your choice.