Manuel Martin “Manny” Delgado, age 84, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2022 in Moscow Mills, MO. Born in Laredo, TX on December 27, 1937 to the late Elodia and Manuel Delgado, he was the eldest of siblings Alicia (and the late Clifford) Schlereth, Maria (and the late John) Himmelmann, Roger (Becky) Delgado, Robert (Sue) Delgado and the late Michael “Mickey” Delgado.
Manny served in the United States Marine Corp before joining the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department in 1961. He rose to the rank of Lieutenant before retiring in 1992 and was an admired mentor and leader among fellow officers.
During his time with the department, he earned a Bachelor of Urban Affairs and Community Service degree from Saint Louis University, and finished his education just shy of earning his Masters. Among his many accolades, he was honored as Policeman of the Year, and served as President of the Fraternal Order of Police. In his retirement years, he owned and operated Area IV, a popular South St. Louis tavern.
He is survived by his long-time companion Laura Schwarz, his children Patti (Matt) Chickey, Maria (Steve) Gholson, Steve (Tammy) Delgado, 14 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. He was a beloved uncle, an avid Cardinal baseball fan, an animal lover, and a dear friend to many. His kindness, quick wit, and willingness to help others will be lovingly remembered.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The BackStoppers or Stray Rescue of St. Louis.
Services: Funeral from Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois, Thursday, August 11 at 12 noon. Interment at J.B. National Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday, 4-8 p.m.
Lt. Delgado, greatest boss a new green prob could ever ask for…Thank you Manny and Laura for your wisdom, kindness, friendship and priceless memories. My life has been blessed for knowing you. May you sit at the right hand of God and enjoy your reward for a life lived abundantly!
Lt. Delgado, greatest boss a new green prob could ever ask for…Thank you Manny and Laura for your wisdom, kindness, friendship and priceless memories. My life has been blessed for knowing you. May you sit at the right hand of God and enjoy your reward for a life lived abundantly!
Another great man gone. All that knew you loved, and respected you. You will be forever in our hearts. Now you join our brothers and Sisters who have gone before you. We can rest easy knowing you are in good company.
Another great man gone. All that knew you loved, and respected you. You will be forever in our hearts. Now you join our brothers and Sisters who have gone before you. We can rest easy knowing you are in good company.
Thanks for the memories Manny. Catch you later on.
Thanks for the memories Manny. Catch you later on.
Patti I am so sorry about your dad. Love, thoughts and prayers for all of you. ❤️
Patti I am so sorry about your dad. Love, thoughts and prayers for all of you. ❤️
So sorry for your loss, your family is in our thoughts and prayers
So sorry for your loss, your family is in our thoughts and prayers
Manny was always a good guy to all. He had wisdom to share. Rest Easy.
Manny was always a good guy to all. He had wisdom to share. Rest Easy.
God Bless. My first watch commander, and long time friend.
God Bless. My first watch commander, and long time friend.
Manny was a ‘Jewel” of a guy. He frequented so many Fish Frys in South City during Lent to share at Area IV. Commissioner Baer often told me that Manny was one of his Favorite Lieutenants at SLPD ! Rest in Peace my Brother !
Manny was a ‘Jewel” of a guy. He frequented so many Fish Frys in South City during Lent to share at Area IV. Commissioner Baer often told me that Manny was one of his Favorite Lieutenants at SLPD ! Rest in Peace my Brother !
One of the good guys. God Bless
One of the good guys. God Bless
There is no better cop and no better friend. I will never forget, when I needed help and others turned their back, Manny was there. Manny was a true leader, and I’m blessed to have known him and worked with him. RIP Manny
There is no better cop and no better friend. I will never forget, when I needed help and others turned their back, Manny was there. Manny was a true leader, and I’m blessed to have known him and worked with him. RIP Manny
I first met Manny when he chased me around the Walnut Park area when I was growing up. we met again after I entered the LE business and tipped a few together at Area 5. He was a great guy and well be surely missed.
I first met Manny when he chased me around the Walnut Park area when I was growing up. we met again after I entered the LE business and tipped a few together at Area 5. He was a great guy and well be surely missed.
Patti you are in our thoughts and prayers ❤️. I know your dad is smiling down from heaven on your family. God Bless
Patti you are in our thoughts and prayers ❤️. I know your dad is smiling down from heaven on your family. God Bless
A “True Gentleman and Officer” I always enjoyed time and conversing with him. RIP
A “True Gentleman and Officer” I always enjoyed time and conversing with him. RIP
What a great friend and mentor. Manny gave me tons of advice as a young police officer and I’m glad I listened. You will be missed.
What a great friend and mentor. Manny gave me tons of advice as a young police officer and I’m glad I listened. You will be missed.
Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge and outstanding encouragement. You touched all of our lives. It was an honor and a privilege to have you as our leader and boss. Thank you for everything, Lieutenant. Rest in Heavenly Peace as reward for an incredible life of goodness. Love you, Manny.
Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge and outstanding encouragement. You touched all of our lives. It was an honor and a privilege to have you as our leader and boss. Thank you for everything, Lieutenant. Rest in Heavenly Peace as reward for an incredible life of goodness. Love you, Manny.
I knew Manny from Area IV back in the 90’s. He was a very nice man & a good friend. He will be greatly missed. RIP Manny
I knew Manny from Area IV back in the 90’s. He was a very nice man & a good friend. He will be greatly missed. RIP Manny
I’ll always cherish the memories working with Manny in my early years. The lessons learned, the platoon parties at his clubhouse and the debriefings he held at El Serapes. Manny was a great police officer and leader, but was a greater friend. Rest in peace my friend.
I’ll always cherish the memories working with Manny in my early years. The lessons learned, the platoon parties at his clubhouse and the debriefings he held at El Serapes. Manny was a great police officer and leader, but was a greater friend. Rest in peace my friend.
Rest In Peace Manny – hope you’re having a beer in Heaven in the new Area IV! God Bless You and prayers for Laura and family- you’ll be missed.
Rest In Peace Manny – hope you’re having a beer in Heaven in the new Area IV! God Bless You and prayers for Laura and family- you’ll be missed.
Thanks for the good times we had at area 4 and guns and hoses RIP
Thanks for the good times we had at area 4 and guns and hoses RIP
Manny was a true gentleman. No one could have had a better supervisor or commander. It was an honor and privilege to know you. RIP.
Manny was a true gentleman. No one could have had a better supervisor or commander. It was an honor and privilege to know you. RIP.
Manny was a great commander and friend to many. He was the best and he will be sorely missed. Prayers for Laura and Manny’s children, family and friends. There are not many Manny’s in the world, and I feel fortunate to have known him. RIP, Manny!
Manny was a great commander and friend to many. He was the best and he will be sorely missed. Prayers for Laura and Manny’s children, family and friends. There are not many Manny’s in the world, and I feel fortunate to have known him. RIP, Manny!