MANSON FREDERICK H

WO1 Frederick H. Manson was a potential VHPA member who died after his tour in Vietnam on 04/05/2001 at the age of 52.3
Charlottesville, VA
Flight Classes 70-3 and 69-49
Date of Birth 12/26/1948
Served in the U.S. Army
Served in Vietnam with F/8 CAV 123 CAB in 70
This information was provided by wife

More detail on this person: Frederick H. Manson Frederick H. Manson, 52, of Charlottesville, died Thursday, April 5, 2001, in Atlanta, at Emory University Hospital. He was born Dec. 26, 1948, in Charlottesville, the son of Peter C. and Nancy H. Manson. He is survived by his wife, Valeria Matthews Manson and two daughters, Telside and Nancy; and by his parents and two brothers, Hunter and Bo Manson. Following two years of college, Fred entered the U.S. Army in 1969, and enlisted in the Warrant Officers' program and became a helicopter pilot. After training, he was sent to Vietnam in May 1970. In Vietnam, Warrant Officer Manson flew light observation helicopters on low-level reconnaissance missions, until he was shot down in February 1971. He received the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart medals. Although he was disabled by injuries sustained in Vietnam, his positive attitude and determination were an inspiration to all who knew him. Fred was a member of the Retired Officers' Association, the Navy League, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Ivy, the English Speaking Union, and the Greencroft Club. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Ivy. In lieu of flowers, it is suggested that contributions be made to the Disabled American Veterans, 807 Maine Ave. S.W., Washington, D.C. 20024.

Burial information: Saint Paul's Cemetery, Ivy, VA

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Date posted on this site: 01/11/2025