Carolyn Jo Manker, 86, of Sesser, passed away on Tuesday November 18, 2025.
She was born on July 28, 1939 in Chicago Heights, IL to Troy and Marion (Fiordo) Cockrum. She married Larry N. Manker on June 7, 1959 and he survives of Sesser.
She is also survives by her sons Eric (Suzanne) Manker of Sparta, IL and Todd (Beth) Manker of Sesser; grandchildren Skylar Manker, Peyton Manker, Rylie (Dylan) Hill and Shaylee Nikole (Colin Thomas) Manker and one great granddaughter Ellistyn Michelle Ryan.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral services will be on Sunday November 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser with Rev. Harold Quick, Brother Ralph Brandon and Eli Schoenbaechler officiating. Visitation will be on Sunday from Noon till the time of service at 2:00 PM. Burial will be at Franklin Cemetery in Whittington, IL.
For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com


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