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Leanore A. McManus, 98
March 21, 2023
Leanore A. McManus, nee Leanore A. Cuzzuculi, died Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at Moravian Manor Communities in Lititz.
The youngest of seven children, she was born in Lancaster on July 11, 1924, to the late Domenico and M. Annunziata Severino Cuzzuculi and was the wife of the late James R. McManus with whom she shared 73 years of marriage.
Lee attended Lancaster Catholic High School and was employed with the former R.C.A. during World War II and again after raising her children until her retirement. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. She was athletic and enjoyed regular organized aerobic exercise well into her 80’s. She was regularly among the 107,000 fans rooting for Penn State. She enjoyed gardening, dancing, cards, sewing and crochet, producing a seemingly endless supply of scarves and accessories for family and friends. Above all she was a devoted mother, wife and friend whose unqualified love, commitment, kindness, spontaneous humor and selflessness were immeasurable.
She is survived by her children, James R. McManus, III (LaRue) and Kathleen A. Waltman (Lewis) of Lancaster, grandsons Matthew J. Rice (Kendra) of Lancaster and Michael Waltman (Anne Marie ) of Pittsburgh, four great grandsons, Benjamin and Devon Rice, and Levi and Wyatt Waltman, and three nieces, Elaine Hess, Lynette Hawthorne, and Diane L. Ross, all of Lancaster. She was preceded in death by her brothers, John Cuzzuculi and Paul, Frank and Fred Severino and sisters Anna M. Edwards and Phyllis Stopper. Lee’s family wish to thank the staff at Moravian Manor for her care and for making her a home away from home.
Lee’s family will receive friends on Friday, March 31, 2023 from 9-10AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 119 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA 17603, with the Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10AM. Interment will be in St. Joseph’s New Catholic Cemetery, Lancaster. In lieu of flowers, donations in her honor may be made to the Moravian Manor Communities, Attn Development Office, 300 W. Lemon St., Lititz, PA 17543.
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Condolences to the Family
April 09, 2023
Jim and Kathy,
My deepest condolences for your loss. Aunt Lee was always a cornerstone with every holiday and family celebration. Her smile and laugh after a joke that was a little off the cuff will never be forgotten. I hope life is finding you both happy and healthy. God bless you both!
John and Rachel Beck
March 30, 2023
Kathy and Jim, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I have such fond memorys of Hager Street,your parents, and our childhood experiences. Your Mother was always so sweet and welcoming to us girls.One could feel her love for you, and yours for her…….God bless, susan bucher
March 30, 2023
My deepest condolences for the family of this beautiful wonderful person. Was a mentor in my life. LOVED her as I loved my Mother! Always nothing but good kind thoughts for the family and friends. Sincerely – using my old name. RIP LEE!!! from Colleen Gehris
March 28, 2023
Kathy and Jim. Was so sad to see Lee looking back at me in the paper. I immediately heard her voice say, hey honybun how are you. She was a great friend to Mom and we all loved her sense of humor. She was one of a kind. We are sorry for your loss. I believe they (Lee, Mick, Ag and Joe Gehris) are all together again dancing the night away. On Angel’s wings She soars. May your memories make you smile, even laugh.
Tami Gehris
March 28, 2023
Lee (and Jim) were the best next door neighbors anyone could ask for. And Lee’s laugh always made our day and put a smile on our face. Even though they moved away a number of years ago they can never be replaced. We were so lucky to have known them.
Carolyn and Ray Miller
March 26, 2023
Lee was always filled with joy. Her story always made us laugh. Everyone one was her “lovebug.” Her parting brings tears to my eyes. Your mother was one of a kind!
Suze
March 26, 2023
Jim and LaRue: Sorry to read of your mother’s passing. She sounds like a great person and mother. She has to be to have such a great son. You are both in my thoughts. Lots of love.
Joannie Kachel
- Services
- Friday, March 31, 2023
- 10:00 AM
- St. Mary’s Catholic Church
- 119 S. Prince St.
- Lancaster, PA 17603
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