Ted McManus
1957 - 2011
Ted McManus
1957 - 2011
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BORN
1957
DIED
2011
Ted McManus Obituary
In addition to his 30-years in the daily newspaper industry - where he served as sports editor, reporter and managing editor at The Daily Review - McManus recently had expanded his career to include freelance writer and novelist in his repertoire.
McManus received numerous Louisiana Press Association awards in the best regular column, best continuing coverage of an event, best feature story, outstanding investigative reporting and best feature photo categories.
More recently, he received the Meritorious Service Award from the Atchafalaya Chapter of the American Petroleum Institute at its annual banquet in April 2010.
McManus penned "Pioneers, Heroes, Innovators," a 60-plus-year history of Petroleum Helicopters Inc., which was published this summer.
He most recently was employed as a health, safety, security and environmental administrative assistant at Crown Oilfield Services in Bayou Vista.
McManus is survived by his wife Bonnie of Morgan City; his daughter, Megan Leonard of Lafayette; and two sisters.
Visitation will be held from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Morgan City. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in the Morgan City Cemetery.
Arrangements under the direction of Hargrave Funeral Home, Morgan City, LA.
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Diane T. Martin
November 8, 2011
My condolences on the loss of your husband, Bonnie, and your father, Megan. I know the grief of losing a husband and a father. Words are never enough to replace that sorrow that lies within, but relying on God and friends and family helps us get through the really rough times. My thoughts and prayers have been with you through your ordeal. May God bless and comfort you at this time in your lives.
November 7, 2011
My Dearest Precious, Bonnie and Family,
Our hearts go out to you all for this great loss. We feel so badly for you and
wish that we could ease some of your grief..
I, especially will keep you all in my prayers that God will bring you some Peace and Comfort..
Ted was such a nice young man and you all were some of my favorites... You always brightened my visits to the paper
and I loved reading Ted's work.
I just can't find the words to tell you how I feel for your family at this difficult time.
Know that we love you and send our most Sincere Condolences to you and yours..
Your "oldie" Friends,
Ms. Jane and Raymond Beadle, Sr.
Chris & Debbie Stevens
November 7, 2011
Bonnie, Meg and Kane--May you all find peace in the great memories you have of Ted. He was such a friendly, giving person. He always had a smile on his face and was never a stranger to anyone. I enjoyed the many conversations I had with him over the years and always looked forward to his column in the Daily Review. Please lean on your family and friends as you journey through this difficult time in your lives. Prayers are with all of you.
Paula Arceneaux
November 7, 2011
Bonnie and Megan, my prayers and heart are with you during this difficult time. Ted was a very caring person. I'm thankful to him for being a part of Jena's life...she will miss her Pampay...asking God to keep you strong as you lay to rest your beloved Father and Husband.
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Karen Boudreaux
November 7, 2011
It was a pleasure to sit and speak to Mr. Ted while he put together the 60 years of PHI. WIth my deepest sympathies to his Family.
Karen Boudreaux
PHI
Ernest Polk
November 6, 2011
Thanks for the many years we shared at way too many meetings. You were much more kinder than I to those we covered, You will be missed, Thanks for being a friend.
Nona Hebert
November 6, 2011
The Class of 75 never forgets one of it's own. Will always remember his smile...such a nice guy. May he rest in peace. Condolences and love to Bonnie, Megan & Kane.
Stan Beaubouef
November 6, 2011
My deepest sympathies to the entire McManus family. Ted was an outstanding newspaper man who made huge contributions to our community. He was always competent, fair, and accurate. Our entire community suffered a loss when he no longer was affiliated with the local newspaper.
Chris Landry
November 6, 2011
Bonnie,
So sorry to hear the news. Our prayers are with your family.
Kathy Trahan
November 6, 2011
Bonnie, Megan & Kane
Words cannot ease the sorrow or pain that
is in your heart today. May you fine peace as time goes on and may you cherish your memories to bring comfort to you and your family. Ted will be greatly missed. I am grateful that I knew him & worked with him.
Freddie Callahan
November 6, 2011
With a heavy heart, Our thoughts and prayers are with all. Freddie Callahan Class Of 75
Felix Olivier
November 6, 2011
You will be missed my friend. You did a lot to help the veterans in this area.
November 5, 2011
Bonnie
Jessica Guidry-Hutton
November 5, 2011
Uncle Ted, Pampay,
We love you dearly and you will be missed so much. I know you are at peace now. Jena will miss her "driving lessons" and her horse trips with you the most. I am so glad that I chose you to be her godfather. Rest in Peace and I will see you and daddy when I get there, love you so much
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