Obituaries
Anna N. Manson, 80
January 03, 2023
Anna N. Mason, 80, of Lancaster, passed away at her home on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Milton and Anna Newman. Anna was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce D. Manson.
Anna was born in Brooklyn, New York, and graduated from Brooklyn College of Banking. After college and working in the banking industry in New York, Anna and her husband moved to Reno, Nevada lived there for several years, before moving to Pennsylvania. They became the Co-editor of the Train Collectors Quarterly for 27 years and proof reader for other publications.
Over their lifetime, Anna and Bruce Manson adopted various dogs from animal shelters. Out of love, they typically chose a dog least likely to be adopted. The pet they chose created a special bond with Anna and Bruce.
Anna is survived by her sister, Christy Newman of Novato, CA, and first cousin Paul Redecha of Venice, FL.
A private graveside service will be held at Conestoga Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Anna’s name can be made to the Humane League Lancaster County, 2195 Lincoln Highway East Lancaster, Pa 17602.
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March 19, 2023
I am so sorry to read about my sister’s death in January. Although we have been estranged for many years, I still think of her and wish we could have reconciled. She had been a wonderful older sister while we were growing up, and I never got a chance to thank her for it.