Joseph H. Manson, 83, of Kenosha, passed away following a brief illness on January 6th, 2006, at United Hospital System-Kenosha Campus. Born in Kenosha, on October 26, 1922, he was the son of the late George and Mary Agnes (Sloan) Manson. He attended St. Thomas Catholic School and Kenosha High School. On October 25, 1952, he married Bernice Berres at St. Mark's Catholic Church. For many years, he was active in scouting at St. Thomas and St. Mark's schools, and was on the athletic association at St. Mark's for several years. Joe enjoyed hunting with friends near Necedah, WI, fishing at the family cottage in Door County and working out in the rehab center at Kenosha Hospital. He also enjoyed golf and fly tying. He worked at the Frost Company for 15 years and then worked as a custodian at Simmons Library until his retirement in January, 1985. He was a member of Local 168. He is survived by his wife, Bernice of Kenosha; a son, Kenneth (Janet) of Kenosha; a daughter, Barbara (Neal) Connelly of Mahtomedi, MN; four grandchildren, Michelle and Laura Manson, and Michael and Brenna Connelly; a brother, George Manson; and a sister, Mary Bosman. He was preceded in death by three brothers, William, John and Robert Manson. Funeral services with a Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, January 10th, 2005, at St. Mary's Catholic Church at 10:00 am. Interment to follow at All Saints Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday evening from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Proko Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the AMB (Amy Marie Bosman) Foundation, Kenosha Hospital Cardiopulmonary Rehab Program or St. Mark Catholic Church would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533www.prokofuneralhome.com