Manar, Ularsee

Ularsee Manar was born September 18, 1935 in Chicago, IL to the union of Edward Manar, Sr. & Daisy Hollinshed-Manar. At the age of 84 he peacefully departed this life May 1, 2020. Ularsee was a devoted father, grandfather, brother and friend. Ularsee received Christ in his youth and was a devoted member of Hartzel Methodist Church. His involvement with his home church spanned over 70-years. His particular fondness was singing in the Church choirs where he served as a soloist and in the chorus. He also served on various committees and auxiliaries to assist his fellow members and pastor.

He was known on the South and West sides of Chicago as a committed professional that took improving the lives of the people in the black community via economic development as a vital mission. Up until his demise he served as the Assistant to the President of Trinal, Inc., a Diversity and Inclusion Economic Development Consulting firm. He was a dedicated community activist and civic leader. As a seasoned professional that held several academic degrees, Ularsee gave his time, talent and expertise in government in a variety of capacities from human services, community organizing and directing. Additionally, he was the founder and President of Manar and Associates, a small business and human resource development company. Perhaps you never met him or knew his name, but his impact on helping to shape the upward mobility of his people will continue to be measured well into the future. Like most of our community heroes he worked behind the scenes, and was recognized by his fellow colleagues as a man who got things done. Ularsee was a leader that trained and inspired others to work toward the advancement of the whole community. Ularsee was a creative, dedicated servant of the people, with an outstanding personality that will be greatly missed.

Ularsee leaves to carry on his legacy and mourn his loss; two devoted sons, Andre Manar (Francine) of Providence, RI, Keith Smitherman (DeShong) of Indianapolis, IN; two brothers Edward Manar, Jr. of Los Angeles, CA; Marvin C. Manar (VaNessa) of South Holland, IL. Sisters: Harriet Dorsey (Donald) of Las Vegas, NV; Darnisha Hawkins (Jon) of Chicago, IL; and Mamie New of Las Vegas, NV; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and business associates.

A celebration of the life of Ularsee Manar will be announced at a later date.

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