Marie Irene (Lorenzen) McManus
October 12th, 1944 – July 22nd, 2025
Marie Irene (Lorenzen) McManus passed away unexpectedly at St. Peter’s Hospital in Helena, Montana. She was 80 years old.
Marie was born on October 12, 1944, in Albert Lea, Minnesota, to Thomas and Irene Lorenzen, the youngest of their children. She graduated from Albert Lea High School in the Class of 1962 and began working as a dental assistant shortly after.
In 1964, Marie traveled to Germany with her parents to visit extended family – a trip she cherished deeply. On December 30, 1967, she married Robert “Bob” McManus. The two recently celebrated 57 wonderful years of marriage, sharing a life filled with love, laughter, muskie fishing adventures, movie nights, and loving visits with family and friends.
In 1976, Marie and her family moved to Arvada, Colorado, where she worked first as a cashier and later as a teacher’s aide for special needs students – a role that reflected her deep patience, compassion, and dedication to others. In 1993, the family relocated to Barron, Wisconsin, where she continued her work with the Barron Area School District until her retirement in 2014.
After retiring, Marie moved to Clancy, Montana, to be closer to family. She found great joy in spending time with her loved ones and made many lasting friendships within the Stoney Brook community. She especially enjoyed playing cards and other games with her neighbors and friends.
Marie is survived by her devoted husband, Bob McManus; her son, Tom McManus of Helena, MT; and her grandson, Drew McManus of Phoenix, AZ. She is also survived by her sister, Caroline Neale of Albert Lea, MN; nieces Shannon and Peggy, and nephew David, all of Minneapolis, MN; stepson Ty (Debbie) McManus and step-grandchildren Julia and Matthew McManus of Milan, TN.
She was preceded in death by her parents Thomas and Irene (Ohm) Lorenzen.
Marie was known for her strong Christian faith and unwavering values, which guided the way she loved, laughed, and selflessly gave her time to those in need. Her warmth, strength, and grace will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
A celebration of Marie’s life will be held from 1:00 to 5:00 PM on August 1st, 2025, at the Stoney Brook Clubhouse in Clancy, Montana. All who knew her are welcome to attend and share memories in honor of her life.
Service Schedule
Celebration of Her Life
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday August 1, 2025
Stoney Brook Club House
Clancy, Montana 59634
Service Schedule
Celebration of Her Life
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday August 1, 2025
Stoney Brook Club House
Clancy, Montana 59634
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Rose Marie Butz says
I put my arms around you Bob Tom and Drew we have lost the nicest caring lady your wife mother grandma our dear friend she will be in our hearts alive always she was a wonderful friend to me We will miss her smile but she will never be gone in our hearts
Anita Ahlers says
Marie
You are so missed by many. My heart just aches at you being gone. You were such a friend to me. We had such great visits with our feelings, activities and plans. You and Bob always were so kind and accepting of my animals.
I know you had been very active around here. You made everyone feel welcome. I will miss you always 💔
Marie Vogel says
Bob, Tom,Drew,
I am so so sorry for your loss of Marie,
Now there are 2 Marie’s left & 1 very special Marie angel in heaven. My thoughts &
Prayers are with you all.
Love, Marie Vogel (Sam)
Kaylie Lira says
Sending love from MN ❤️ Lira family – Kaylie (McManus), Omero, Gadriel, and Athena
Lou McManus says
Oh Bob and Tom. I am so sorry for the loss of Aunt Marie. I have so many great memories of you all spending time at Pete and Grandma’s farm. The snowmobile rides and picnics are memories I will always treasure.
May God bring you comfort at this most difficult time.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathryn S Miller says
So sorry for your loss. Marie was one classy lady always had a kind word and big heart!
Cindy McManus says
Sorry for your loss, and our loss too. No matter how many years we have with those we care about, it’s never enough. Take care of yourself, and remember that you’re loved and thought of often.
Becca McClain says
I’m so sorry for your loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. I will remember her laugh always.
Donna Rae McManus says
Bob, Tom, Drew,
Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Will always cherish the special moments we had.