Frederick Mann

Frederick Lee Mann, age 78, passed away peacefully on Dec. 16, 2025, at his home. 

Born in Portland, Indiana, his parents were Norman and Alta (Miller) Mann.

Fred worked at Dana Corporation for 37.5 years and farmed for 37.5 years and longer. His hobbies included collecting old cars, restoring his tractors, attending car shows, collecting antique toy tractors and spending time with his two best friends, Smoke and Luke.

He is survived by his wife Shirley Mann; son Randy Mann (wife: Tami); daughter Tracy Winn; sister-in-law Jerri Jones; grandchildren Justin Mann, Brittany Mann, Josh Mann, Trisha McEwen, Derek Barnett and Shira Winn; 14 great-grandkids; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a son, Kevin Mann; and brothers Charles and Sonny Mann.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, Dec. 23, at 10 a.m. in the Baird-Freeman Funeral Home with Pastor Hugh Kelly presiding. Burial will follow in the Gravel Hill Cemetery west of Bryant.  

Visitation will be Monday from 3 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorials can be made to the choice of the donor.

Condolences may be expressed at bairdfreeman.com.