Caroline Elizabeth Manley

Sweet Caroline and the Manley Family, It's been such an honor to know you guys and to cherish such sweet memories. I've kept up with you since the start, you are all still in my prayers. I've traveled many miles since the last time I saw you all. And I've even gotten married since then too :). I was touched by your family in a time that I needed love and in turn we all have helped and prayed for one another. I want to tell a quick story. Thru Caroline's struggle I became aware of how important it is to give our blood. When I moved to La. and started my new job we had our first blood drive at work. I want to tell you that I was broadcasting my beliefs and feelings on how precious it is that we have this choice to help others, my testimony was Caroline's story. So me and my fellow co-workers that I had "recruited" marched to the big bus and proudly gave our blood. Would you believe that when I got my snack and free t-shirt, I was totally in awe that the beautiful little girl smiling at me on the insert for Life Share Blood was Caroline Manley and her story! I was so proud to believe in this and this moment touched more lives than just mine that day at work :) I love you Manley's and I thank you for your opportunities and your testimony and your life that is so full of Love! I am praying for you. Love, Amanda :)

*We will all miss our SWEET Caroline* Yall are in my thoughts and Prayers... I Love yall guys. Stay Strong!!!

Caroline will continue to touch our lives from now until we see her again. You will remain in our prayers forever. God bless you. Thank you for loving Jesus and believing him like you do and as you did throughout Caroline's battle. It has changed many lives for the better. Jennifer Frazier, friends and family of Barbers Hill

Caroline,I will miss you, friends forever. Your friend, Brittany

Melissa and family, I was very sorry to hear about Caroline. I want you to know if you ever need anything please let me know. I lost my sister one year ago from acute myeloma leukemia after a 34 days after diagnosis. I have been thinking about your family for a long time, and have prayed for you all. Melissa i cannot think of another person with the strength and courage you have gone through since i met you in dental hygiene school. God bless each and everyone of you. My prayers are with you. Marilyn Holt

Caroline is so adoreable, and will continue to be loved by so many. I promise, she will not be forgotten. God bless you all, Shanon

Sweet Caroline Good times never seemed so good Sweet Caroline, I believe they never could Sweet Caroline.........

Hershel and Mellisa, Ruth and I are very sorry about your sweet and brave daughter. We left town on Friday and went by the church earlier and have to leave town at 2:30. She will be in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you family

Although we never met, I feel like we know the whole family. Our prayers have been with you through this whole journey. What a journey of faith you and your family have had. Caroline has been an inspiration to many. We know you are very proud of her.

Thank you for sharing Sweet Caroline with us. She has greatly affected my life! The world is a much better place because of her.

Caroline will bring her light to heaven and although she is already greatly missed here, there is peace in knowing that she is pain free for the first time. What a courageous young lady! May God bless you, her family, in the days to come and give you the peace of knowing that she is safe in His Kingdom now.

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

You don't know us, but we're very good friends with Charles and Michelle Brewer. Sis. Michelle has been forwarding your updates for some time now, and we've been praying for Caroline and your whole family. We were heartbroken when we heard God had taken Caroline home......not for Caroline, but for your loss. I know Caroline will never ever leave your hearts and minds. She was definitely your beautiful princess in pink. Your great love for your whole family was glittering in each of those updates. Your great faith was glowing. I know God is going to see you through this test. As a matter of fact, He's going to be carrying you as there are times in our lives when we just simply can't walk on our own. We're praying for each of you. Harvey and Kathy Ashcraft

I'm sorry for your loss.Caroline was a very sweet girl and a very good friend!I am in the 6th grade I went to school with Caroline.She will be missed greatly.I will always remember the smile that she had everyday.She will never be forgotten. Love , Ashley

Dear Manley Family, In our 7 years here in Lumberton there was one person talked about more than any other and that was Caroline. Our daughter Maddie is 11, the same age as Drew, so it was easy to keep up with you all, especially thru care pages. I feel like I have gotten to know your family, your unbelievable faith, and most importantly, the love you had for Caroline. We actually went to Fletcher & Family Worship with you all only for a little while. I know our Lord is faithful & he will carry you all through this time. You have proven this faith over and over again. As Caroline enjoys her reward in heaven even as I type this, so you will also. Our heartfelt sympathies are with you & know that you are in our prayers. We love you all. The Corkran's - Shawn, Angie, Maddie, Christian & Evan

We are so very sorry for your loss. Caroline was a beautiful girl with an amazing spirit. She will be missed tremendously by the community. May God bless you all. We will continue to pray for your family. Chad, Christy, Courtney, and Chloe Ard.

May God bless the family that Caroline leaves behind. The up-dates was such an inspiration to me each day as I read them. I felt I was in a prayer service because I knew there were many praying at the same time I was for Caroline's healing. It is such a peace knowing that she is in a land where there is no more pain. God is merciful...and I will continue to pray for the family in the days to come.

Hershel & Melissa, I have never met you or Caroline but we have many mutual friends. I have been getting your Emails from Carol Gifford and I have been praying for Caroline and your family. I know what you are going through because I lost my 18yr. old son John, August 17, 2005. As a parent you never get over the loss of your child, but with God's help and the help of family and friends you learn to go on. Caroline will always be in your hearts and minds. I know there are 2 beautiful blue eyed smiling angels in Heaven looking down on us and I can't wait to see them again someday soon. I will continue to pray for you in the days ahead. Love, Becky Seagler

Michelle Brewer has kept me updated on Caroline. There are no words that can be spoken that will give you the peace and comfort that Jesus gives in a time like this. My prayers will be for your family now that Caroline is in a much better place and no longer needs them. Thank you so much for sharing.

Your entire family is such a blessing to others! May you be comforted during this time knowing you are surrounded in love!

I am so sorry to hear about your daughter. My sister is Linda Blankenship. Linda has allowed me the honor to work the Camp Star Trails Camps for the past few years. Your daughter will be missed and remembered. Sincerely, Paul E. Venoy

My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless You!!

Death may take away our loved ones, but it will never take away our memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

I am an employee, at the Lumberton School District-Central Office. Your family are in my prayers. GOD BLESS YOU.

I work for Lumberton ISD and kept up with Caroline through Mary Staggs. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless you and your family and I know the Lord will see you all through your loss.

Being a mother of three myself, I can not even begin to imagine the pain you are feeling from the loss of a beautiful child. I do know that you are a strong, loving family and God will be with you through this difficult journey. My family and I will continue to pray for the entire Manley Family. Caroline will not only be missed by us but by the entire community. May God be with you. The West Family- James, Kristin, Kyle, Kavin and Kinslee

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your precious family.

Melissa and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Melissa, even though I don't see you often, you, Caroline and your entire family have been on our minds and in our hearts since the beginning of Carolline's illness. May the Lord bless you and keep you in his care and comfort. Love, The Broussard and Packman Families

I have been reading the emails about Caroline for some time now that Ann Burgin forwards to me. My heart goes out to your family! She will always be with you all in your heart! I used to live in Starks, La. where Ann does and go to Gambrell Church with her. May the Lord be with you all and hold you close to Him!---Sincerely, Dorothy DeLong.

I HAVE KEPT UP WITH YOUR DAUGHTER'S ILLNESS FROM ANN I HAVE PRAYED FOR HER RECOVERY ALONG WITH THE REST OF YOU BUT NOW SHE IS IN THE GENTLE AND WONDERFUL HANDS OF THE LORD.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are so sorry for the loss of your sweet Caroline. She will always be with you in your hearts. She has touched so many lives in such a wonderful way. God bless you all!! Will,Staci,Hayden,Madison and Mikenna Lytle

Caroline is a very beautiful girl. I am so sorry she is no longer physically with you. But I believe she is with you always, spiritually.

There are no words to ease your pain, no magic wand to make the hurt disappear. You were blessed to have had this precious child to fill your life with joy. Remember her with love and happiness. I pray that God will grant you the peace that passes all understanding. My love and prayers extend to each of you. Sandi (Friend of Jeff and Debbie)

My families thaughts and prayers are with you. We wish you all the best and god be with you.

i wish i could be there.

God Bless you

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers the meinschers bret,monika,courtney,and kayla

Melissa: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We are sad Caroline is no longer with us and she will be missed by so many people. I hope you find strength knowing she's a peace in Heaven. We are here for you! James and Theresa Mathews

Dearest Melissa, Hershel, Rachel and Andrew, Of course there are no words that will make this better. I am blessed to have known Caroline and each of you during this journey. Your faith and strength inspired Caroline to carry on for as long as she did, and that same faith and courage will give you all strength for the long days ahead. With much love to each of you....

Our Lord has welcomed Sweet Caroline into his loving arms. There is no doubt that Caroline will be missed here on earth. She is a soldier now in heaven. I have followed her carepage for quite sometime now. The love you have shown for her and trying everything possible was just short of a miracle in itself. She knew you loved her you will miss her but she is safe and finally free. God Bless You all for your unselfish love. Amen!

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Your precious angel touched so many lives. God has a plan. He will guide you through this and you will be reunited in Heaven one day! May God Bless you in the days to come.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Caroline was an inspiration to many. God bless you.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this time. Caroline is up in heaven smiling down on all of us and watching over us. Our prayers will continue to be with your family for many days ahead. Our love and prayers-- Trina, Brittney and April Marble and John, Quincy and Alex Honeycutt

My prayers go out to The Manley family. I know how it feels to lose a loved one. I lost my mother 5 weeks ago. It was the hardest thing to ever go through. But remember God has a plan for everything he does. I know she is with my mother in Heaven. Believe me...she is well taken care of! I pray that God continues to give you the strength to get through this difficult time. May God Bless all of you.

We love and continue to pray for you. Thank you for leaving a wonderful impression on our hearts. You truely are a "Sweet Caroline".

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Our prayers for you and your family are of peace and comfort. God bless you and may his joy soon fill your lives again.

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Paul, Sheila, Robert & Ryan Brock

In deepest sympathy ~ but with a celebrating heart for Caroline's perfect body with Christ in Heaven. Kristi Newton

An angel of God. Caroline will be truly missed. Everyone loved her and admired her for her strength over the years. She has touched everyone in one way or another. She is now in heaven and has received her "Pink" wings. We love you all so very much. May God continue to Bless you each and every day to help you during this difficult time in your lives. The Meinscher's Bret, Monika, Kayla & Courtney.

It's been several years since I met Caroline. I was staying with my friend, Max Kimball, from Beaumont. His Mom needed a break during his chemo treatments. So it was my pleasure to help. Caroline was charming and I think Max liked her bright blue eyes. Max was a fighter and lived through a liver resection and transplant! Unfortunately, the cancer came back and his body couldn't take all the treatment to fight it off. He passed away at home in Beaumont with his Mother holding him tightly, reading all the while. It was encouraging to see Caroline improve and fight the fight. She lived to enjoy her family, siblings and friends support. She struggled for every last breath. I know she and Max have renewed their friendship in heaven. God Bless her family.....she is no longer in pain.

May God Rest her soul. Caroline will be missed. I pray that you guys (The Manleys) and everyones heart that Caroline touched, get through this, because shes in a much better place.. God bless you all!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hershel, Melissa, Rachel & Andrew, My heart aches for each of you , Caroline got a better deal, she is so happy now, she taught us all so much...Just know my thoughts and prayers are with you, I love you all dearly. Beth Eisen

Through Prayer Warriors and your postings, Sweet Caroline became a very important part of our daily lives. We have followed her through your postings and feel as though we knew her. Though we never met, she changed our lives forever. She was courageous, strong, faithful, hopeful and loving through it all. I know that the gates of Heaven flew open to welcome her home with trumpets sounding, angels singing, and the arms of our Lord there to receive her. We know that Heaven became an even more beautiful place with her in it. God Bless You and Keep You during your time of grief. Dana and Tony Guillory

Thank you Caroline, for allowing me to know you and love you. You mean the world to our family and we feel like we have been left without our world. But, sweet Caroline, we are sooooooo very glad that you are with Jesus and safe and well...WELL...Caroline you are well. What a great knowledge. What a peace. I love you and I am going to take care of your Mom and Dad and Sister and Brother. I promise. Carrie

I am a teacher at Lumberton Intermediate School. I was not fortunate enough to know Caroline, but I do know Drew. It is obvious, through how wonderful and polite Drew is, that you guys are an awesome family. Please know that myself, as well as my family, have and will be continuing to pray for you and your family. I pray for strength and comfort in your time of loss. With Love and Blessings, Rachel Haskett

Hershel, Melissa, Rachel and Drew- We are continually praying that God comforts you through this time. You are a precious family and God bless you for all you are enduring right now.

YOUR FAMILY HAS BEEN IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS FOR A VERY LONG TIME AND I WILL CONTINUE TO LIFT YOU ALL UP IN PRAYER. CAROLINE WILL MISSED, SHE HAS TOUCHED SOME MANY PEOPLE LIVES IN MORE WAY THAN ONE. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, JENNIFER BLACK, MADISON MUZZILO & BLYTHE BLACK

For many years West Brook High School has held blood drives for our community, but not until 2006 did we have the opportunity to put a face with this service. That sweet little face was Caroline Manley and the Bruins came out in full force to help. Herschel you and I had a couple of good laughs with those big ole football boys whining and crying about that little needle, but they did it because they knew Caroline needed them and as they pointed out, "it doesn't compare to what she's going through." I was never afforded the honor of meeting Caroline, but in the short time I knew of her, she touched our entire school of about 2800 students and staff. Please know that this morning at 7:30 am all of the West Brook family stood and had a moment of silence in honor of Caroline and her courageous family. Much love and peace to you and your family.

Our deepest sympathy and love to Caroline's family. May God's sweet grace be with you all during this time. Caroline IS resting in peace now, with our Lord's help learning to use her wings!!!

Caroline was a breath of fresh air who took our own breath away with her vitality, fight, and loving attitude. We will miss her but she will forever be in our hearts. We loved her and enjoyed spending time with her and her family. We will always be here for you. Love, Angie, Ryan, Andrew and Matthew Cook

Dear Manley's, Our prayers are with your family. We have never met Caroline in person, but she has definetly touched our lives. She is dancing around heaven now and from reading her carepage, I would bet she is surrounded by tons and tons of animals. Our hearts go out to your family.

We are so sorry for your loss and Caroline will be greatly missed. The Honeycutts Craig, Tania, Jordan & Maddie Honeycutt (formerly of Lumberton) Carrollton,Texas