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Sophocles George Manos, 69

July 04, 2025

Sophocles George Manos, entered into eternal rest surrounded by his family on Friday, July 4, 2025.

He is fondly remembered by many as George or “Doonie”. During his working career, he was a comptroller for many hotels throughout the east coast, but his favorite job landed him working side by side on several golf courses with his son as his “boss”. He was an experienced and talented drummer and was part of a local band, Wolfepack. He loved his bandmates and the weekly practices, as they attempted to perfect that classic rock sound. He adored his wife, children and grandchildren and was ever present in their lives and attending their events.

Sophocles is survived by his wife Kimberly, daughters Melissa (Felix Butler) and Nicole, son George (Madison), grandchildren Cassidy, Kaylena, Athena and Adonis, sister Kris Minnix, loving brother-in-law of Donna Lamos (Al), Amy Dimond (Kevin), Tom Towey (Dina), Robert Towey (Chris), John Towey, many cousins, nieces and nephews. He has tons of friends, near and far, many of those lifelong friends.

He was known as a quiet man, that loved a good Vodka while watching his beloved Eagles or Phillies, listening to his extensive playlist of music, music videos, or listening to his books on tape. He enjoyed beach vacations and sitting at the water’s edge for hours, holiday events and evenings watching TV and the next great series. He joins the eternal rest with his parents George and Anastasia, grandparents and many aunts and uncles.

Please join a celebration of his legacy at Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz Pike, Lititz PA 17543, on Saturday, July 12, 2025. Viewing will take place from 3:00- 5:00 PM followed by a brief service and blessing. In his honor, please feel free to wear your Eagles, Phillies or golf attire. In leu of flowers consider, donating to the Healing Journey at Lancaster Cancer Center, 703 Lampeter Road, Lancaster PA 17602, Hospice & Community Care, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125, or a charity of your choosing. We were blessed to be loved by the G.O.A.T.

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July 15, 2025

Todd and I are so saddened by the news of Doonies passing. He will be remembered for his kind words and welcoming smile. ( Go Birds!  )Hoping you find the strength to get you through this difficult time and find comfort in knowing he is at peace.  Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Vickie and Todd Eshleman 

July 13, 2025

We are truly saddened to hear of Doonie’s passing. As we shared our kid’s baseball lives, friendly gatherings, and chance meetings at Weis and BJ’s, we will remember Doonie always sharing his kindness with a smile.  Kim, DJ, and family – please accept our deepest sympathies at this difficult time – Dan and Michelle

July 12, 2025

I was saddened to read of George’s passing and send prayers and strength to Kim, Nikki, & George and the Manos Family…I will always remember George as a central figure in the Golden Age of the Lancaster Host Family….A time that we all look back on fondly. Too many have passed too soon, Marie Laughman, Kevin Bergman, Ardy Baltozer, and now George…God is definately stacking the deck with great players!
Tom Shreffler & Sally Wilson

July 12, 2025

I pray that our God would comfort Doonie’s family this day as we all mourn his passing and celebrate his life.       David Winchell

July 11, 2025

Truly saddened to hear the news this morning. My heartfelt condolences to Kim, the family, and all close to George. You chose the perfect picture, my own precious memories flood back. Heaven grabbed a great one! I was a colleague of George’s at The Host and know I was blessed to have him as a friend and confidante. Countless lunches, laughs, challenges worked through – what a guy! For me personally hanging or heading for George’s office was vital for a good laugh or a needed and calming sanity check. Reflecting on this kind and decent soul this morning what comes to mind the most. George deeply loved his wife and family. Loved his life and friends. He was sincere and real and always had an appreciation and cared for his teammates….And yes, thank the Good Lord the Eagles delivered him a Superbowl. Rest in peace, my old friend. 
John Reardon

July 11, 2025

Sending love and  strength
All thoughts of  Doonie just bring a smile to your face. May your memories bring you peace and fill your heart
Beth-Ann Berman Fantacone

July 10, 2025

I am so sorry to hear of Doonie’s passing. He was on our Riverdel 8 & under freestyle relay team! He really was a quiet guy but I will always remember him. Fair winds my friend and may God bless your family. With a heavy heart…
Jerry Crossland

July 10, 2025

I was one of his friends from the Delran corner. Nicest guy. We had allot of fun back then. Enjoyed seeing his family posts on Facebook knowing he lived a beautiful life with friends and family. Rest in peace Doonie. 
Claire McHugh

July 10, 2025

Doonie was one of the nicest and coolest people I’ve ever known. Tom Polidore – RHS class of 74

July 10, 2025

Folks, words can’t begin to say I am deeply saddened by Doonie’s death.  He was a good friend and will be remembered as such.  I will keep you all in prayer.
Tom Bennett Delran 69-77

July 10, 2025

One of my BEST FRIENDS growing up. My mom used to love hearing him play Stair Way To H
eaven after school. I will miss him dearly. Joe Stellwag

July 10, 2025

I am deeply saddened to hear this news. It is clear he is and was loved beyond measure. In his words and messages shared, love was always abundant for all of his family. His smile and sweet charm remained constant over the many years and as I remember him from days long passed. I can see him just as yesteryear playing wooden ships and other classic rock selections of the time, as we danced away in our teens. So many great memories. Lifting all of you in prayer, for comfort, courage and enduring love. Bless your soul Doonie.  Susan Steele King

July 10, 2025

My condolences to the family. Gone to soon. Great man, father,husband and friend . RIP. Todd Hutchinson

July 09, 2025

So very sorry to hear of Doonie’s passing. I knew him for many, many years. He was one of the good ones.  I hope he’ll be watching the Phillies with his dad now. Judie Fullerton Neylan. 

July 09, 2025

I’m so very sorry, and deeply saddened to hear of George’s passing. He was such a bright light and gentle soul – always! A great boss and friend without question. He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered. Sending prayers and love to you all. Rest (and rock on) in power, Georgie!
~ Cathy (or Caterina as George would call me)

July 08, 2025

My sympathy to all the family. Doonie was a great guy and spent many nights on the corner in Delcrest!! May he rest in peace now and may his family find comfort from his love. Shaun R Mcgarrigle

July 08, 2025

A loss for everybody that knew him. Always fun to be around. Hopefully we’ll catch up down the road Buddy. Yessir! Dave Beck
 

July 08, 2025

I worked with George at the Lancaster Host for many years.  He was a real professional and had real class.  A nice man.   I’m so sorry to hear of his passing.   Prayers to his family.   Pat Bunting

July 07, 2025

Sorry  to hear of such a loss. With sincere  sympathy  to Family  and Friends. I knew Doonie for many years growing up in the same neighborhood in Delran NJ. What a Great Guy 🙏  🙏 🙏 
                                                         Emil Schmidt 
             

July 07, 2025

Knew Dunnie from trips to Indianapolis and playing softball. A really nice guy and fun to be around. Very sad heaing this news and very sorry for your loss. Walter Johnson

July 07, 2025

George was a class act . We work as team for the Lancaster Host Resort . My deepest condolences to the family .
George was class act . We worked together as a Team at the Lancaster Host . My condolences to his family. Rest in Peace 🙏
America Mendez 

July 07, 2025

Great friend, great family.  Gone too soon.  Love to all.  Strength and peace❤️
Adam A

July 07, 2025

I was so sorry to learn of Dooney’s passing this morning.  May your happy memories ease the pain of your loss. 
I was part of the “corner gang” and I dated a good friend of his thus spent many high school nights with him.  Aunt Catherine Ellen was my godmother so although we were FB friends last saw you at her holiday open house .
Sharon Wigmore Marx

July 07, 2025

Many years of listening to you play! Rest in peace!
Denise Gurrera Myers

July 07, 2025

A true Gent whose Charisma and kindness of Spirit shone through.  It was a privilege to spend time, although brief whilst on holiday,  with George and Kim 
our hearts and prayers fly over the ‘Pond’ 
💜💜💜
Helen Parton

July 06, 2025

DOONIE was one of a kind always going out of his way to talk to those he knew,sharing a warm hug and kiss.  Baseball games, picnics, parties, house hopping after games will never be forgotten.  Watching all our kids grow up and seeing how wonderful they’ve all become has been so so special. Still remember the first day we met on the bleachers at the kids baseball game. “Wait what was his name?Doonie” did we catch that right?  Yep there’s no one like DOONIE kind,warm hearted, caring and certainly devoted to all his family and friends.  GO EAGLES.  GO PHILLIES. we sure did share the love of those two teams.  Rest in peace my friend you will be missed.  
Lori & Leo

July 06, 2025

Kim & Family, 
 Our hearts are broken. We loved Doonie very much. The Best of the Best! Our deepest sympathies to all of you and much love being sent your way.
Love,
 Cousins Dave & Monica 

July 06, 2025

I had the pleasure of working with George/ Doonie Manos at the Lancaster Host. George was the Comptroller and did an exceptional job. I valued George as Executive Committee Member and admired his integrity, leadership,  and hard work.  We had some great basketball battles over the years and some tough rounds of golf. If George kept score every shot counted. I always enjoyed our Christmas Party at Strawberry Hill every year celebrating a great team, and another successful year that Kim and George would always attend.  -I laughed this morning because George is changing the play list in Heaven -Rock on Doonie.  
Mark Clossey

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