Joseph Manson

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Joseph Gerald Manson, Joe, who left us on Monday November 4, 2024 at the age of 54. He was a proud man of immense humor, quick wit and wisdom, cherishing every moment spent with his loved ones. He loved spending time with those he loved, almost always food was involved. His passion for hunting, fishing, welding, tinkering in the garage and any work requiring hands on physical labor, and his unwavering spirit will forever be remembered. He is survived by his wife LeeShell Downing of Minneapolis; children Dale Manson (Kate) of Coon Rapids, Alisha Manson of Dayton, Jesse Downing of Minneapolis, Kayce Cole (Justin) of Maple Grove, Dustin Inman (Chelsea) of Minneapolis, Darien Inman (Christen Uhl) of Minneapolis and Hannah Aguilar (David) of Crystal; grandchildren Arayiah, Joseph, Kennedy, Anthony, EJ, Azaela, Christian, Richard, Clayton, Gavin, Kolten, Brielle, Darien Jr, Aiyana, Jasmyn, Rose and Ace; sisters Jane Delgado (Elias) of Wyoming, Jennifer Brinker (Adam) of Pine City, Justine Kurth (Russ Peterson) of Pine City, Jolene Situma of Bloomington, Jocelyn Reiter (Brennan Stanelle) of Minnetonka; and many nephews and nieces who will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest.

Joe is preceded in death by his parents Thomas and Jane Manson, sister Jade Manson, paternal grandparents Joseph and Audrey Manson, maternal grandparents Walter and Mildred Asplund, grandson Joseph Manson, and brother in law Jeff Reiter.

We welcome all who knew him to join us in celebrating the life of a man who was loved deeply and will be missed. A Celebration of life including lunch will be held at Chengwatana Townhall on Saturday December 7th from 12pm to 5pm. Graveside burial service will be held during for those who wish to attend at Hustletown cemetery.