Milo Maneval

Milo Wesley Maneval, a loving, selfless family man and loyal friend was suddenly called home September 1, 2012. Milo was born July 17, 1943 in St. Johns, Michigan to Clyde Wesley and Onalee Katherine (Carver) Maneval. As a young child he moved to Wolverine, Michigan enjoying family life by helping on a small farm where they ran a riding stable. Later the family returned to Eureka where Milo graduated from St. Johns High School. He was honorably discharged in 1969 from the Michigan National Guard. He was a member of Eureka Christian Church. Following 39 years of service as a General Motors skilled trade electrician he retired in 2003.

Milo married his soul mate Brenda in 1982. They were blessed with a rich love spanning over 30 years, walking hand in hand to raise a family and make every day a special memory. They filled their lives with love for one another, amazing adventures and gratitude for God's gifts. Milo was a contented man who felt the cup of life was full to the brim. He was a talented horseman who took enormous pleasure in raising, training and riding horses. He was a member of the Appaloosa Horse Club. He was a sportsman who looked forward to deer season when he could spend time in the woods walking and talking with God. He was a member of the Sleepy Hollow Sportsman Club. He loved family gatherings at the lake, campfires under starry nights and his friends with whom he rode the trails of life. He was a man who would forever lend a hand, console a hurting heart and strive to do the right thing.

Milo was predeceased by his parents and sister, Marilyn Leavitt. Milo will be desperately missed by those who survive him, his wife and best friend, Brenda Gayle Maneval and wonderful children for whom he was grateful every day of his life, Todd Maneval, Rebecca (Terry) Stockton, Tara (Ed) Paksi, Joel (Kelly Bradish) Helmer, Ty Maneval, Tazia (Renzie) Milarch, Tab (Amy) Maneval; 11 special grand children and 1 great grandchild, who are dear to his heart. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Cindy (Jerry) Sanderson and cousins, Leroy (Martha) and Melvin (Betty) Sutfin and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 2 P.M. Wednesday September 5, 2012 at the Eureka Christian Church, 2619 Maples Rapids Rd. in Eureka with burial at Eureka Cemetery, Pastor Keith Whipple is officiating. The family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. on Tuesday at the funeral home. His family is being served by the Osgood Funeral Homes.