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Regina McManus Obituary

MERIDEN - Regina M. McManus, 80, wife of Keith McManus, died Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013, at MidState Medical Center after a lengthy illness.

Born in Island Falls, Maine on Dec. 22, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Mary Jane (Soucie) Raymond. She had resided in Meriden for the past 50 years and graduated from Island Falls Schools. Mrs. McManus was employed by the Bradley Home, retiring in 1997.

Beside her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Colette Cadrain, of Wolcott and Carol McManus, of Meriden; three sons, Michael McManus and his wife, Christine, of Southington, David McManus and his fiancé, Laura and Donald McManus and his companion, Kristen Dumas, all of Meriden; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two sisters, Jeanette Prescott and Gloria Slaunwhite, both of Crystal, Maine; three brothers, Rudolph "Pit" Raymond, of Island Falls, Maine, Albert "Bert" Raymond, of Sherman, Maine, and Rodney "Bobby" Raymond, of Patten, Maine; and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 10, at 9 a.m. at the John J. Ferry & Sons Funeral Home, 88 E. Main St., Meriden. Burial will be at Walnut Grove Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the Funeral Home on Monday, Sept. 9, from 4 to 8 p.m. For online condolences and directions please visit www.jferryfh.com .

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Published by The Record-Journal on Sep. 6, 2013.

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Carrie Calandra

September 13, 2013

Mike, Chris and family...so sorry for your loss. Sympathies to all. Carrie & Maggie

Steve Raczynski

September 12, 2013

Sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Kate Heidel-Heroux

September 12, 2013

Carol, I am so sorry for you and your family. Losing such a beloved family member is a very difficult thing to go through. I hope you are all able to find comfort in all of the loving memories that you hold in your hearts and in knowing that so many people care about you all at this time.

Amy Olschefski-O'Donnell

September 12, 2013

Thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time. I waited on her many times when I worked at Barkers. Then she waited on me when I bought my shirts at Mostly Men, Always said it the way it was, that's what I liked about Regina, R.I.P. Regina

Karyl (King) Rappaport

September 12, 2013

Dear McManus Family,

My condolences on the loss of your wife / mother. My thoughts are with you.

Sincerely,

Napoli Pizza of Meriden

September 11, 2013

Carol, Mikie,and Mr. McManus, Our hearts go out to you all. Love Brenda and Gerry

Gennie Henderson

September 10, 2013

My deepest heartfelt sorrow to Don, young Donnie, and the McManus family for the loss of your Mother. She's home with the Lord now.

Lisa Close

September 9, 2013

Colette and family, sorry for the loss of your mom. May she rest in peace..

September 8, 2013

Dear Mike,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your mother. May she rest in peace.
Sincerely, Dante WSO

September 8, 2013

Don and Family... Very sorry for your loss.
Guy Bates

Lorraine Cherniak

September 7, 2013

Dear McManus Family, My sincere sympathy to all of you in the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort among each other during this difficult time & cherish the memories that you have as She is now you special Guardian Angel May She RIP

Denise (Raymond) Christensen

September 7, 2013

IAM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS SHE WAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSON

Kelly and Bob Raby

September 7, 2013

Donny, Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sorry for the loss of your Mom. She will always be with you!!

Rick and Carol Dumas

September 7, 2013

Donny and Family,
We were so sorry to learn of your loss. May it bring you comfort to know that you are all in our prayers and thoughts.

John

September 7, 2013

I would like to extend my condolences to the family. Death is never something we get use to. But know during this time you are not alone. Our Creator promises better days ahead. He will give you the strength needed to get through this difficult time.

September 6, 2013

Mike, David, Donny and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Justin and Jen Piccirillo

Laura Buonfiglio

September 6, 2013

Carol, Donald and Family,
We were so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.
Eric & Laura Buonfiglio

Judy Banack

September 6, 2013

My prayers to Regina's family..She was such a caring mother and grandmother,wife and friend-she loved her family..Always enjoyed exchanging Maine stories with her..Love you Regina.
Judy Banack

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