Fort Worth, Texas - Raymond Andrew Mann "Poppy" peacefully passed away at the age of 82 on February 14, 2022 in Fort Worth, Texas. He was born February 14, 1940 in Lakeland, Florida, and served in the Army Reserves from 1958 - 1959.  After a successful career at Crown Cork and Seal, Vought Air craft and Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth, He retired in 2008.  He dearly loved being with his family and was dedicated to the love of his life Charlotte Mann for 62 years.  All who knew him could see the unyielding devotion that he had for Charlotte.  He was a wonderful husband and father with a kind and patient soul a devout Christian and a member of First Baptist Church, Saginaw, Texas.  He cherished his moments with family and friends and was an inspiration to all who have ever known him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Jessie Mae Mann of Lakeland, Florida and his brother Donald Mann of Lake City, Florida.

He was survived by his wife of 62 years, Charlotte Winegard Mann of Fort Worth, Texas, daughter Cyndi Mann Calvert of Fort Worth, Texas and many other family members who dearly loved him.  A graveside service will be held at Corinth Primitive Baptist Cemetery of Bereah, Florida at 1:00 pm on February 22, 2022.

Online condolences may be made at www.pongerkaysgrady.com

Ponger-Kays-Grady Funeral Homes, Wauchula are in charge of the arrangements