Obituary of John Lee Manzanares

Monument resident, John Lee Manzanares, 47 years old, died suddenly last Thursday, November 11 in an automobile accident on Mount Hermon. Born in Colorado Springs, CO on May 24, 1963, John grew up in Colorado where he developed his love for the mountains, hunting and camping. John enjoyed a wonderful, loving marriage with four children. John was a talented carpenter and used his skills generously for others. John loved life, had an endless amount of energy, and valued his faith and his family above all else. John is survived by his wife Becky and children Becca, Josiah, Jeremiah and Jacob. John is the son of the late Manuel Manzanares and is survived by his mother Stella, his brothers Martin, David, and Anthony as well as countless aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held. Wednesday, November 17 from 4:00PM-7:00PM at The Springs Funeral Services, 3115 E. Platte Avenue.Services to honor John's life will be held at New Life Church on Thursday, November 18 at 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations for a trust fund for the children. Checks can be made payable to New Life Church and should be noted in memory of John Manzanares.Funeral Home:The Springs Funeral Services3115 East Platte AvenueColorado Springs, , COUS 80909 Events Visitation Wednesday, November 17, 2010 4:00PM - 7:00PM The Springs Funeral Services 3115 East Platte Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Phone: 719-207-8855 Service Thursday, November 18, 2010 2:00PM New Life Church 11025 Voyager Parkway Colorado Springs, CO 80921 Phone: 719-328-1793