Jeffrey Lynn Manahan

Jeffrey Lynn Manahan, 63, of DeGraff, passed away peacefully at 12:31 p.m. on Friday, May 9, 2025, at his home. He was born on February 1, 1962, a son of Geneva Jean (Allen) Manahan and the late Harold Orla Manahan.

Jeff is survived by his mother, two children, Brittanny (Josh) Manahan Porter, and Matthew (Haley) Manahan; treasured granddaughters, Josalyn and Sophia Porter; beloved grandson, Koda Shaner; two sisters, Kathy (Brian) Burkhammer, and Debbie Wallace; nephew, Nate (Jenny) Burkhammer; two nieces, Ashley and Sarah Wallace; and close cousins, Mark Manahan, Corey Manahan, Katie Schlumbohm, and Wayne Manahan. He was preceded in death by his father, and a brother-in-law, John Wallace.

Jeff began his career at McDonalds and excelled there through the University, managing many locations throughout his life. He worked for many years at AP Techno Glass as a supervisor. He enjoyed working with his friends at Glacier Daido for many years. Being a partner with his daughter in building and running Superior Transportation. He finished his years at Lacal in Jackson Center, but not before he graduated from Sinclair University with a drug and alcohol counseling degree.

Jeff will always be known for bringing light and laughter to everyone he met. He coached his kids’ sports teams throughout their childhood and loved every minute. He was at every event for his grandkids! He enjoyed golfing with his son, brother-in-law, and nephew often. He was a lover of all horror/suspense and history books and movies, a passion he shared with his daughter and grandkids. Family dinners were always a priority. He enjoyed his time with his family and friends, going to any event that peaked his interest. Jeff was an avid Cleveland Browns fan and lover of all sports. He made everything a good time, the life of the party, even if it wasn’t meant to be one! The kindest heart with a love for life and faith. Jeff will have a legacy that lives on through his family to bring light and love to the world and to find the sunlight in every dark day.

Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the Daring & Sanford Funeral Home, 210 W. Hayes Street in DeGraff, where Pastor Karen Blackburn will officiate a funeral service at 4:00 p.m. Burial will follow in Greenwood-Union Cemetery in DeGraff, Ohio.

DARING & SANFORD FUNERAL HOME, DEGRAFF is honored to serve the Manahan family and encourages anyone to share a fond memory or message of condolence at www.edsfh.com.