Rilla Jane Manley Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Rilla Jane Manley (Memphis, Tennessee), born in West Memphis, Arkansas, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Rilla Jane left this world on February 5, 2025 at the age of 87, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Rilla Jane Manley to show support.

Though Rilla Jane has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her husband Emmett Manley, Jr.; her children, Emmett Manley, III (Nancy) and Melinda Manley of Memphis; her granddaughter Rebecca Grenier (Ian); and her great grandchildren, Cici, Chloe and Ethan.

In lieu of flowers, we would appreciate your thoughts and prayers.