Hazel J. (Hepler) Manning

Hazel J. Manning, 83, of Greensburg, died Wednesday, March 7, 2018 in Redstone Highlands, Greensburg.  She was born April 8, 1934 in Greensburg, a daughter of the late Laird and Winifred (Hutchinson) Hepler.  Prior to retirement she had been a switchboard operator at Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg.  Hazel was a member of First Baptist Church, Greensburg.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles R. “Chuck” Manning on November 8, 2007; and her daughter, Patricia L. Manning.  She is survived by her son, John Manning and companion Juliette Beaudry of Mason City, IA; her daughter, Debbie Bernatt and husband Frank Charles of Ponte Vedra, FL; five grandchildren, Kent Edwards, Caitlin Bernatt, Colin Bernatt, Molly Ulseth and husband Andy, and Hillary Manning and boyfriend Colin Stanhill; her niece, Carole Horton of Acme; and her neighbors who treated her like family.  There will be no public visitation.  Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service at 11 AM Friday in First Baptist Church, 1228 Brinkerton Rd., Greensburg with Dr. Clifford Hockensmith officiating.  LEO M. BACHA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 516 Stanton Street, Greensburg is in charge of arrangements.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church or to a charity of one’s choice.  www.bachafh.com

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