Born in McDowell County, NC on April 29, 1975, she was the daughter of the late Ralph Harris and Madge Shepherd Harris.
Today Tonya grew her wings. After taking care of everyone she met, it is now time for her to be taken care of. Tonyas smile and enthusiasm for life turned many a peoples day around. If you were lucky enough to be around this special lady, you were truly blessed. She will be missed every single minute until we meet again.
Tonya worked for Greenway Public Transit.
Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Tom McManus; siblings, Sandra Massey, Kim Massey, Roy Massey, Robert Massey, Jim Harris, Rhonda Harris, Dwayne Harris, and Robert Harris; numerous nieces and nephews; and five fur-babies.
In addition to her parents, Tonya was preceded in death by a nephew, Michael Childers.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Saturday, July 19, 2025 at Sossoman Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be held at the Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery at a later date.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I had the pleasure of working with Tonya for many years. I am thankful to have had called her a true friend. She was beautiful inside and out and never failed to show others her kindness. Tom, I pray God will give you, and all her loved ones strength to heal. Cherish your memories of her! 🙏🏻🩷
So sorry for your lose. May God bless and keep each one of you. Your all in my thoughts and prayers.
Prayers for Tom and the family during this very trying time. 🙏🏻
Tom & Family, I am heartbroken over Tonya's passing. She was always smiling, talking about her dogs and her husband!! Very loyal person. Praying for the family during this difficult time.
I'm so sorry for your loss Rhonda. Prayers and love for you and your family.
Rhonda, I am so sorry for your loss.You will be in my prayers you and your family.
I remember the first day I met Tonya after she was hired at Greenway. She strolled into the employee lounge like she owned it. I introduces myself to her and as I extended my hand out for her to shake she pulled me into a warm embrace. While she explained she was a hugger not a hand shaker. From this point on whenever we saw each other there was always a hug waiting and I love ya my friend. Tonya you will be sorely missed whether it be from your hugs to your dance moves in our yearly meetings. I love you my friend. Fly high! And let us know you’re there from time to time.
I am so sorry to hear of Tonya's passing. She was always so sweet and always making everyone around her laugh. All of her family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and love for the family.