McManus , Patricia J. (Simpson), 66, of Conway, SC, formerly of East Providence, passed away on Wednesday, December 8, 2010 peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family.

Mrs. McManus was born in Providence, Rhode Island, a daughter of the late Robert G. and Barbara Grace Simpson. She had been a Realtor inRhode Island for numerous years. She lived in East Providence before getting married and raising a family in Gloucester laterretiring to Conway, SC with her husband.

She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, Edward J. McManus of Conway, SC, two sons; Robert E. McManus and Bryan J. McManus, both of Warwick and one daughter, Elizabeth L. McManus of North Providence.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday December 29, 2010 in the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 7 pm. Calling hours are 5-7 pm. Contributions in Patricia’s memory to Mercy Hospice, 8216 Devon Court, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572 would be deeply appreciated.