Jean Manahan - Obituary

ean Marie Manahan, 87, of Davidsonville, MD, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, surrounded by her husband of 67 years, Maurice Harlow Manahan and her family and loved ones. Born on January 28, 1938 in Big Rapids, Michigan, Jean lived a life as a dedicated wife, mother and educator. She was raised in Rodney, Michigan until her marriage to Harlow on June 21, 1958. Upon her marriage, she became the devoted Navy wife and mother traveling to many new locations and homes throughout the years while raising four children. She was a teacher and took tremendous pride in her career accomplishments. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Education from St. Mary’s College and Master’s degree in education from the University of Maryland. She taught at Ryken High School, Leonardtown High School, St. Mary’s College and Bowie State University. Jean is survived by her husband, Harlow Manahan, her children and spouses: Mark and Lynn Manahan, Greg and Tammy Manahan, Susan (Manahan) Snow and Michael Snow, and Karen (Manahan) Talbott and James Talbott; her 6 grandchildren: Christopher and Courtney Manahan, Halie and Evan Andrew, Michael Snow, Jr, Katherine Snow, Jackson Talbott and Savannah Talbott; and 3 great grandchildren: Thomas Manahan, Bennett Manahan and Wyatt Andrew. Jean is also survived by her brothers, James Straub and Samuel Straub. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Inez Straub. Those who knew Jean will remember her for her strength, resiliency, elegance, selfless giving and dedication to God and her family. She made every house a home no matter where she lived during her life as the wife of a Navy pilot. Harlow loves her so much for her dedication to her family, her personal pursuits and her loving smiles. She found joy and pleasure in sewing, gardening, cooking (made the best cheesecake ever!), stocks, reading, and her many travels with Harlow. She sponsored numerous foreign national USNA midshipmen, making them feel at home while away from their home countries. Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate Jean’s life on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at a visitation from 10:00 to 11:30, her funeral service from 11:30-12:30, and a luncheon immediately following at the Davidsonville Methodist Church, 819 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville MD 21035. Burial will be private at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Davidsonville Methodist Church, 819 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville MD 21035 in loving memory of Jean Marie Manahan. https://www.dumc.net/give Jean will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who had the privilege of being a part of her life and loving her.