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Celebrating the life of
James M. McManus
Passed away on April 08, 2019
James Michael McManus, 71, passed away Sunday, April 8, 2019. He was a loving, generous, selfless man, and devoted Christian. He was born in Swartz Creek, MI on August 13, 1947 and graduated from Ferris State in Michigan. He worked for General Motors, Control Data, and GE. After retiring, he and his wife moved to Bluffton, SC. Jim loved spending quality time with his family, planning and going on vacations and seeing each day as a blessing.
He will be greatly missed by his wife, Neva “Gerry” McManus, whom he was married to for 48 happy and blissful years, his daughters; Lori (Brian) Hamilton, Angie (T.J.) Oakley, Michelle (Dahlia) McManus, Ashley (Matt) Eames, and his 10 grandchildren. Also surviving are his brother, Douglas (Kathleen) McManus, sister-in-law, Ruth (Kirk) Welch, brother-in-law, Alan Sinsel and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Maxine McManus.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. at Risen Savior Lutheran Church, 1755 Quacco Rd. Pooler, Georgia on Friday, April 12, 2019.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to Risen Savior Lutheran Church for the Mission Church of Bluffton, 1755 Quacco Rd., Pooler, Georgia 31322.
My thoughts and prayers for Jim's wonderful wife and his children and grandchildren. I am greatly saddened by his passing. All of my best Geri.
- David Wolfe, Swartz Creek, MI
Dear Gerry and family. We just learned about Jim. May God bless and give you strength as you, and the family, grieve. You have been in our thoughts ever since we were neighbors in Bainbrook. Jim will be greatly missed but he leaves many beautiful memories.
- Nick & Carol Timcisko, Chagrin Falls, Ohio
Jim was always a positive influence to those who worked for him at GE. I am sure he will be missed by all who knew him. My condolences to his family. Bill
- William (Bill) Miner, Harrisville, NY
Our thoughts and prayers are with Gerry and their daughters. I met Jim when we both moved to work in Louisville in 1991 and then in Alpharetta. He was hard working, level-headed and compassionate with the drive to do things correctly and with fairness. He was the person I would go to for advice on critical decisions. He often spoke of his family and looked forward to the annual vacations with his daughters and their families. Jim
- Jim Kretzmer, Indian Land,
Sending love and condolences to you Ashley and your family. So sorry for your loss. Hold on to the good memories of your dad, I know there are many. Much love, the Eagle family.
- Eagle family, Hannover,
A fellow classmate and friend from Swartz Creek. I don't ever recall a cross or negative word from him. My sympathies to the family
- Dr, Howdy Flynn, Medford, NY
Sincere condolences to Jim's entire family. We went to Swartz Creek school together. I always remember him as being one of the most pleasant and friendly students in school. A smile and nod as we passed in the halls was his norm. Many blessings as you enter your new norm in your Heavenly Home!
- Nancy Bondarenko Johnson, Springdale, Arkansas
Hi Gerry, I am so sorry to hear the news and wish you and your family my best in this time of sorrow.At times like this I try to remind myself of all the good times and they number many for me with Jim that include regular lunches, long conversations about your family and your wonderful vacations, our trips to The Masters, Jim's retirement dinner and the night you both hosted me for dinner at your house. I was am am happy to have had Jim as a friend. I know you have a large and wonderful family but please don't hesitate to reach out if I can be of any help.
- Allen H Grubel, White Plains, NY
"I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me will live even though he dies. Whoever lives and believes in me will never die." John 11: 25, 26 A Christian never says good bye for the last time. Our love to your family. Pastor and Judy Zahn
- Larry and Judy Zahn, Crossville, TN
Jerry, Lori, Michelle, Angie, and Ashley, Losing part of your family is never easy. Memories of your Dad will make you cry now, but one day you will smile.Lean on each other, and know that I'm hugging all of you. Love Stephanie
- Stephanie Madill, Tecumseh, MI
My thoughts and prayers for Jim's wonderful wife and his children and grandchildren. I am greatly saddened by his passing. All of my best Geri.
- David Wolfe, Swartz Creek, MI
Dear Gerry and family. We just learned about Jim. May God bless and give you strength as you, and the family, grieve. You have been in our thoughts ever since we were neighbors in Bainbrook. Jim will be greatly missed but he leaves many beautiful memories.
- Nick & Carol Timcisko, Chagrin Falls, Ohio
A candle has been lit!
- Debbie Hudock-Stone and Terry , Georg
Jim was always a positive influence to those who worked for him at GE. I am sure he will be missed by all who knew him. My condolences to his family. Bill
- William (Bill) Miner, Harrisville, NY
Our thoughts and prayers are with Gerry and their daughters. I met Jim when we both moved to work in Louisville in 1991 and then in Alpharetta. He was hard working, level-headed and compassionate with the drive to do things correctly and with fairness. He was the person I would go to for advice on critical decisions. He often spoke of his family and looked forward to the annual vacations with his daughters and their families. Jim
- Jim Kretzmer, Indian Land,
Sending love and condolences to you Ashley and your family. So sorry for your loss. Hold on to the good memories of your dad, I know there are many. Much love, the Eagle family.
- Eagle family, Hannover,
A fellow classmate and friend from Swartz Creek. I don't ever recall a cross or negative word from him. My sympathies to the family
- Dr, Howdy Flynn, Medford, NY
Sincere condolences to Jim's entire family. We went to Swartz Creek school together. I always remember him as being one of the most pleasant and friendly students in school. A smile and nod as we passed in the halls was his norm. Many blessings as you enter your new norm in your Heavenly Home!
- Nancy Bondarenko Johnson, Springdale, Arkansas
A candle has been lit!
- Heather Betz , South Caro
Hi Gerry, I am so sorry to hear the news and wish you and your family my best in this time of sorrow.At times like this I try to remind myself of all the good times and they number many for me with Jim that include regular lunches, long conversations about your family and your wonderful vacations, our trips to The Masters, Jim's retirement dinner and the night you both hosted me for dinner at your house. I was am am happy to have had Jim as a friend. I know you have a large and wonderful family but please don't hesitate to reach out if I can be of any help.
- Allen H Grubel, White Plains, NY
"I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me will live even though he dies. Whoever lives and believes in me will never die." John 11: 25, 26 A Christian never says good bye for the last time. Our love to your family. Pastor and Judy Zahn
- Larry and Judy Zahn, Crossville, TN
Jerry, Lori, Michelle, Angie, and Ashley, Losing part of your family is never easy. Memories of your Dad will make you cry now, but one day you will smile.Lean on each other, and know that I'm hugging all of you. Love Stephanie
- Stephanie Madill, Tecumseh, MI
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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