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Richard Desmend McManus

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G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary - Aiken

390 Beaufort Street NE

Aiken, South Carolina

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Richard McManus Obituary

With heavy hearts, G. L. Brightharp & Sons announces the transition of Mr. Richard D. McManus who entered into rest February 22, 2026.

Mr. McManus was a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and resided in Goldsboro, North Carolina.

Survivors include five aunts, Doris Freeman, Cornelia McManus, Reba Dixon, Juanita Robins and Cassandra McManus; one uncle, Gilmore McManus; a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.

Graveside Services will be held at 2:30 PM Sunday, March 1, 2026 at Willow Spring Baptist Church with Pastor Lonnie Jackson of Jesus Christ Tabernacle (Aiken) officiating. Viewing will be held from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM Saturday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be sent to:

The McManus Family

in C/O G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary

P O Box 3733, Aiken, SC 29802

Professional Services are under the care of G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary-Aiken.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Aiken Standard on Feb. 25, 2026.

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G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary-Aiken

390 Beaufort Street NE, Aiken, SC 29801

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Willow Spring Baptist Church

28 Gold Mine Road, Edgefield, SC 29824

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390 Beaufort Street NE, Aiken, SC 29801

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