McMANUS, James M. Sr. (BPD Ret.) of South Boston, formerly Jamaica Plain, died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on November 7, 2023. He was 88.
James was born and raised in Jamaica Plain, the son of Michael and Helen (Keady) McManus. Along with his predeceased siblings John M. McManus Sr., Anne M. Grealy, and Margaret “Peggy” McManus.
He is survived by AnneMarie Adduci, his loving companion and most devoted caretaker. He was a loyal and loving father to James M. McManus Jr. and his partner Darlene Gill, Joseph P. McManus and his wife Nancy, Susan M. McManus and her husband Elias Nassif, Michael J. McManus (BPD) and his partner Fionna McIntyre Mullen, Jennifer M. McManus and her best friend Gregory Daly (their mother Frances K. [McDonough] McManus), and Siobhan E. McManus her fiancé Corey Murphy (and her mother Jean L. McManus). Also, the most loving Papa to Emily, Amanda, Shamus, Maeve and Saydee.
James was a retired Boston Police Officer working much of his career in District 4 and District 6. He was a union representative of the Boston Police Patrolman’s Association in its infinite stages, and proudly served as past president of the Boston Police Emerald Society. Prior to becoming a Boston Police Officer, James served in the U.S. Navy aboard the U.S.S. Johnnie Hutchins.
Growing up in Jamaica Plain, he knew every corner of the Arnold Arboretum and often spoke fondly of the beauty of Jamaica Pond where he loved to run. He was a devoted animal lover with many pets, especially dogs, that became our special family members. James’ love and care for his kids was always his greatest pride, and resulted in the close bond his children have, and will carry on, in his memory. His love of Irish music will play on in the hearts of all of us.
Visiting hours will be held at the P.E. Murray - F.J. Higgins, George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home 2000 Centre St. West Roxbury on Sunday November 12th from 2-6pm. Funeral from the funeral home on Monday, November 13th at 9am, followed by a Funeral Mass at Holy Name Church at 10am. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 309 Waverley Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02452 or by visiting alz.org.