Francis Manuel Manickum

Dear Brother,gone but never forgotten.Your generous and kind spirit is contagious.I will always remember your naughty Smile when you up to something.You always had something to say with the greatest of wisdom.May you rest well and may your precious soul rest in heavenly peace.You are now safe in the loving arms of our Lord Jesus.

On the 13 th July 2026 I received the sad news that Francis had passed away late at night 12 July 2026 and although it was sad, I realized, Francis Manickum is NOT dead, he is more alive now than ever before, because Jesus Had Made The Way Through His Resurrection from the dead for all believers to follow! So, I believe that Francis is dancing in The Presence of Father, Son and Holy Spirit, with all the angels and saints 🙌Wow….this is a sad day for all of us YET we are comforted in knowing that we do NOT mourn as unbelievers do, for we know that our “Pope Francis” has fought the good fight of faith, he has run his race, now he is dancing with the angels of God👏🙌 One thing is certain, Francis was a giant in our faith, I never heard or saw him angry…he was always a man of peace…a fellow soldier in The Army of Christ, always willing to serve! He was a member of The Men In Christ Show, where he was always making sure we all had some tea or coffee and at times bring pizza for all of us in the studio- always considering us first…. He was very comfortable being in the background, low key, and allowing the rest of us to speak ….BUT, it was not too long before we actually got him to let go of his shyness and Bless all our listeners with his golden nuggets what he found in The Holy Bible….❤️ I shall miss our conversations we had every couple of weeks…although we were miles apart, him in Pretoria and I in Cape Town, he always took the time to chat. He supported my ministry amongst men and bought many of my books, Life Coaching Through Scripture, to raise funds for his parish, and also give a copy to family and people working with him ….He was always asking about Olga and the kids…❤️ And when I may have had an issue or two…as humans do have, wanting to “cut off someones ear”…in our anger…, Francis would reply in his soft kind voice…and remind me that we are to imitate Christ… love,forgive, make peace😂And although at times I would feel I like “Francis, Allow me to be angry for a while” …he would insist that theres only one way- Christ s Way! Francis may be absent from the body BUT he is present with The Lord🙌👏He left an example for all of us of what a true believer was all about….May God Embrace his family and all of us who had the pleasure of serving alongside Francis as servants of The Lord, and all his friends , May God Embrace all of us with His Love and Peace during this sad time of mourning, YET , rejoicing in knowing he has graduated to Eternity with our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, and all the angels and saints, and Mother Mary whom he loved so much, in the Presence of Father God👏👏👏We Shall Remember Francis Manickum for all the right reasons. RIP brother. Gone but not forgotten Ivan & Olga Basson and family 🙌

"That best portion of a good man’s life, his little, nameless, unremembered, acts of kindness and of love.” Will miss your inspiring post on Men in Christ group. Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure.Thank you brother for your acts of kindness and love toward others. It was a blessing to have known you. Until we meet again .

Francis will always be remembered as a kind hearted and gentle soul with the brightest smile. I am so grateful for the friendship. A great loss to the CIPC family. May his soul rest in peace 🙏

Yoh, bro… I’m still struggling to believe the message I received that you’ve passed on. It just doesn’t seem real.

What an incredible human being you were—selfless, generous, considerate, always willing to help, and always thinking of others before yourself. You were, and always will be, a brother to all of us in the Biggar family.

Thank you for everything you’ve done for us. No matter what season of life we were going through, you gave so much of yourself to support us, encourage us, and be that shoulder to lean on. Your kindness and unwavering friendship meant more than you’ll ever know.

Your passing was so unexpected. For whatever reason, I truly believed you were going to pull through, especially after we spoke on FaceTime the night before. I will always remember that conversation.

But God’s plans are not our own. We take comfort in knowing that you are in a better place, safe in His presence.

Thank you, bro, for adding so much value to our family and for choosing to be part of our journey. You have left a legacy of love, kindness, and friendship that will never be forgotten.

You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.
Love you, brother. Forever.
Mals

What a gentle and genuine soul you were. Forever with a smile. A very humble soul you were. Hoping and believing that you are well rested with God. The One you lived for. Farewell Francis. Though physically gone, your memories and works will live long in us.

Francis,a kind heart, a humble spirit and someone who will always gave more than was asked. Your generous heart touched so many lives. We will miss you deeply and treasure all those special memories in our heart's forever. Rest in peace in God's loving arms

Gentle & Loving Remembrance of
Francis,
For years you were like a son to me, my friend, and the one I trusted with my heart.
You left this world too soon, but the love, laughter, and wisdom you gave me will never leave.
You taught me what it means to be strong with kindness, and to show up for people.
I carry you with me — in every story I tell, in every prayer I say, and in every life you touched.
Rest in peace. Until we meet again.🙏🙏🙏

We (Overport Secondary School friends group) are heartbroken to hear about the passing of Francis.
We will always remember his kindness, bright smile, and brotherly love wherever we met as a group or just for quick catch up with a few of us. Our deepest sympathies are conveyed to his dear family.
Our prayers and thoughts are with the family during this very heartbreaking time. May Francis soul attain liberation and ultimately be at peace🙏

Saying goodbye to a truly remarkable man, Francis.

Francis was more than a friend—he was family. His kindness, warmth, and generosity touched the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He was always willing to lend a helping hand, offer words of encouragement, or simply be there when someone needed him.

His loyalty, gentle spirit, and genuine care for others made him a treasured friend and a beloved part of our family. The memories we shared with him will forever remain in our hearts, and his laughter, wisdom, and friendship will be deeply missed.

Although our hearts are heavy with sadness, we are grateful for the time we were blessed to have with him. His life was a blessing, his friendship was a gift, and his memory will continue to inspire us.

Rest in peace, dear Francis. You will never be forgotten, and you will always hold a special place in our hearts.

Go well Dear Friend, your kindness, generosity and caring nature will always be remembered. Gone to soon but not forgotten.

My heart aches at the news of Francis' passing. He was truly a great man and a great friend. He always met a greeting with a smile and offered words of wisdom when I was troubled. He was one of those people that was genuine and kind, no matter the circumstances. My days at CIPC were brighter because he was part of them. Rest in Peace, dear Francis. Thank you for your friendship.

This really feels surreal as Francis was the kind of Friend who never forgot to message on a birthday with well wishes...who always wanted to find out how one is doing and that you are well...who always had a kind and encouraging word to all ...and who was a deep man of Faith.He is definitely gone too soon and I'm still in shock and grief at his sudden and untimely passing.You will be deeply missed Francis...Rest in Peace Dear Friend...

A colleague and dear friend. My visits to the ground floor at CIPC will never be complete without a chat with Francis. Always smiling and providing guidance on any matter. He valued family so much and this was very much how our friendship grew. He visited us at home when my mum passed away many years ago. But that visit left lasting memories with my daughters and wife. What a lovely soul. Will be deeply missed. Love you my brother.

Fond memories

Dear Francis,
Though you are no longer with us, your life, your faith, and the love you shared will never be forgotten. Your memory is etched forever in our hearts, and your legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
Thank you for being a mighty man of valor—a man of courage, integrity, humility, and unwavering faith. You faced life's challenges with strength and grace, and you left this world better because you were in it.
While we grieve your passing, we rejoice in the hope of Christ's resurrection, knowing that you are now at peace in the presence of our Lord. Until we meet again, we will honor your life by living with the same faith, kindness, and courage that you so faithfully demonstrated.
Rest in eternal peace, Francis Manuel Manickum.
"Well done, good and faithful servant... Enter into the joy of your Lord." — Matthew 25:23
You will never be forgotten. Your love remains with us. Your legacy lives on