Stanley Laurence Mano

Stanley Mano, "Stan" or "Stan the Man" passed away peacefully surrounded by his family.

Stan was born in San Luis Obispo, California, to Kojiro and Miteru Mano. He settled in Watsonville, where he graduated high school in 1954. He proudly served in the National Guard with the 149th Tank Battalion.

He started out in agriculture, then worked at Pacific Extrusion and Ford's Department Store. Stan ended his working career in receiving at Longs Drug Store, where he made many lifelong friendships.

Stan first met the love of his life, Tami, when he was about thirteen. He has carried her in his heart since losing her more than 35 years ago.

Stan was fun-loving, gregarious, and had a gift for making people laugh. He was an avid fisherman, a masterful cook, and drag racer in his early days. Stan had a wardrobe of unforgettable shirts and was a devoted Dodgers, Lakers, and Rams fan.

Stan was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Tami; his parents, Kojiro and Miteru; and his siblings Jim, Joe, Shuri, Chuck, Shiz, Louise, Totomi and Mollie.

He is survived by his sister, May; his children, Randy, Kelly and Vicki; his 4 grandchildren and his faithful dog.

A celebration of life will be held on Monday, July 20, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Seascape Golf Club in Aptos, California.

Published in The Pajaronian · July 3, 2026