MONICA NATALIE THOMPSON

1958 - 2015

MONICA NATALIE THOMPSON obituary, 1958-2015, New Haven, CT

BORN

1958

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Sisk Brothers Funeral Home - Hamden

3105 Whitney Ave.

Hamden, Connecticut

MONICA THOMPSON Obituary

THOMPSON, MONICA NATALIE Monica Natalie Thompson, 56, beloved daughter of Dr. Andriana Natale Thompson, MD, and the late Professor John, D Thompson, died peacefully on May 28 surrounded by family and friends at Connecticut Hospice in Branford. Monica left an indelible mark on our world with her sense of humor, artistic talents, and loyalty to all who loved her. Monica was born in New Haven on June 2, 1958, with many natural talents, which she jokingly claimed were “learned in the womb”. By the age of seven Monica was drawing in 3 dimensions and started writing poetry at age 11. Monica later took her talents to Lee High school where she graduated with honors in just 3 years, earning early admission to Emerson School of the Arts in Boston. While at Emerson, she pursued art, theatre, and stage production - priming herself for what was her true love: photography. Monica often supported herself by photographing promising young talents, including Dennis Leary, Michael Bolton, and Robert Downey Jr. She could be found at every rock concert camera in hand and she published photos of Mick Jaggar, David Bowie, and the Ramones. Always ahead of her time, in the early 1980s Monica combined her talents to create music videos in New Haven with local bands, all before the advent of Music Television (MTV). This passion for videography eventually led her to New York City where she worked on the MTV productions for the B52’s. Leaving her rock star days behind Monica started working with CBS News as a photographer-reporter. Barely 5 feet tall, she earned a reputation for being able to maneuver through any crowd carrying a 40-pound camera. Her tenacity and expertise led to several high profile assignments at CBS and earned her an Emmy nomination by age 27 for her footage of Hurricane Gloria in Fire Island in 1985. Monica then tackled the non-profit world working for Save the Children and the World Health Organization where she photographed and created documentaries of people living in poverty around the world. Eventually returning to broadcasting, Monica also worked for Channel 8 in New Haven, WNPR, and CPTV. At the time of her death Monica was working on 2 projects: “The Saints of Consequence”, a fictional story about Alex Rackley, the murdered Black Panther at the center of the 1970 trial in New Haven; and a 27-panel colored drawing of the World Trade Center attacks on Sept 11, 2001. Monica leaves behind six siblings, Margaret D. Thompson of Newton and Julie Creamer (Skip) of Milton MA, Anthony (Carolyn) Thompson, Siobhan Thompson and Deirdre Hamilton of Branford, CT, Maire Thompson of San Francisco, CA, and several loving nieces and nephews. The Thompson family would also like to acknowledge the support of her wonderful friends during her illness and the incredibly talented staff of the CT Hospice in Branford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Aedan Church, Fountain St. New Haven. Burial will follow in St. Lawrence Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, The Thompson family would ask that donations be made to the John D. Thompson Hospice Institute for Research, Education and Training, 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405. Sisk Brothers Funeral Home 3105 Whitney Ave. Hamden in care of arrangements. To leave an online condolence please visit www.siskbrothers.com

Published by The New Haven Register from May 28 to May 29, 2015.
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We will miss your talents RIP

Steve St. Croix

Work

July 5, 2021

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Thoughts and prayers are with you and the family

Lisa Bianchi

Friend

July 14, 2020

Celeste DeFlippo

Coworker

July 13, 2020

Siobhan Thompson

May 28, 2020

Siobhan Thompson

May 28, 2020

Siobhan Thompson

May 28, 2020

Siobhan Thompson

May 28, 2020

For my sister Monica - an exquisite artist!

Siobhan Thompson

May 28, 2020

Robert

August 22, 2019

Happy Birthday Monica - we love you!

The Thompson Clan

June 2, 2019

Siobhan

June 2, 2019

Siobhan

June 2, 2019

Siobhan

May 28, 2019

Siobhan

May 28, 2019

That shirt is back in style! Love you!

Siobhan Thompson

May 28, 2019

Siobhan Thompson

May 27, 2019

Siobhan Thompson

May 27, 2019

We love you and miss you Monica - you live on with us forever!

Siobhan Thompson

May 27, 2019

My condolences. She was great!

Chuck Ruotolo

January 8, 2019

Thinking of you Monica on your birthday today. I found some of your drawings from 1975 and posted them for others to see.

Siobhan

June 1, 2018

I miss you Monica although I know that you are always with me,. I am dedicating tomorrow to you as it will be 3 years since you left us - I'll do something to make you smile!
Xo

A. Siobhan Thompson

May 27, 2018

Monica,

It seems like yesterday that we were riding our 3-speed Royce Union bikes with handlebar tassels perched on banana seats with sissy bars.

Playing Hopscotch, 4 Square, Red Rover, hanging out in the tree fort or dancing in our living room.

In 1970 you wrote and posted a Proclamation laying claim to the TV set every Friday night thereof to watch The Partridge Family!

In time, such fun came full circle.

Eventually bikes turned into cars, tree forts into apartments, - we'd dance together in Studio 54, at Toad's or Ron's Place.

Every Sunday we'd lay claim to the TV set only to get a glimpse of your work posted on the CBS Evening News.

We can only imagine

What smiles will come anew

When together we stand again with you.

Love,

Mom and The Thompson Troops!

June 2, 2017

Siobhan Thompson

June 2, 2017

Happy Birthday Monica!

We love you and miss you dearly.

Celebrate your life with Dad, Uncle Joe, Nanny, Eddie, Little Joe, and all of our relatives and friends who touched your life.
Give Dad a big kiss and a hug from all of us!
Love,
Mom and The Troop Thompson

Siobhan Thompson

June 1, 2017

May you rest in peace on this day of your 57 birthday.

Tony T

June 8, 2015

My condolences to the Thompson,

Irene Farrandiz

June 3, 2015

Monica, wherever "in tarnation" you are now, just know I had Father Mel Cohen say a little prayer for you....Jim Roberge

Jim Roberge

May 31, 2015

Dear Monnie,
Thank you for shaping my life with your gifts and loving me. We went down the last road together your humor, smile, beautiful eyes, and articulate wisdom while we slowly parted will inspire me forever. Mom loves you and wants you to give Dad a big kiss and a hug from all of us - I know that you are tag-teaming the Times crossword puzzle in heaven with Dad today. My sister, we are all the wiser from your life with us. Rest with peace and assurance that we will feel your presence everyday. We are planting a tree at the cottage in your honor so that we all can grow old together. I love you my sister, my teacher, my champion, my rock (n' roller), my brave hero.
Siobhan

May 31, 2015

To Siobhan and all of Thompson family, Gary and I are so very sorry for your loss. We shared the news with your Aunt Martha. She will try to reach you as soon as her phone is working again.
Nancy

May 31, 2015

Nicole Rohde

May 30, 2015

Monica often discussed her love for her family. She visited the ministry this past year on a regular basis, expressing her hunger for a relationship with God. It was a privilege for us to share God's love with her and see her receive it with joy. Our prayers are with the family.

G Caroleo

May 30, 2015

Monica often discussed her love for her family. She visited the ministry this past year on a regular basis, expressing her hunger for a relationship with God. It was a privilege for us to share God's love with her and see her receive it with joy. Our prayers are with the family.

May 30, 2015

Margaret,
May your memories comfort you at this difficult time. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Norton Carter (SHA)

May 30, 2015

Rest in peace Monica, you brought joy, laughter and wisdom to my life.
Much love,
Julie

May 30, 2015

Goodbye Monica I always liked you and asked for you through your sisters and brother. You were the first Thompson I ever met. You will be well thought of on your birthday, fellow June Gemini baby. Prayers of Peace Westville girl.

Geoffrey Dahill

May 30, 2015

Tony, Siobhan and the entire Thompson clan... So sorry to hear of the passing of your sister. I hope you find comfort in your happy memories.

May 30, 2015

Monica was so talented, funny and full of life. My memories of her growing up will always be good ones that warm my heart and put a smile on my face!

Dominique (Nixie) Frione

May 30, 2015

Maire and the entire Thompson family - I am so sorry to hear about Monica's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Christine Ciarleglio

Christine Ciarleglio

May 30, 2015

Thinking of you all.

Stephanie Crowley

May 29, 2015

Monica your strength and fortitude while you were ill were remarkable and an inspiration to me. We will remember the good things you taught us while you were here, and you will be in our hearts forever. Love you, your brother Tony

Tony Thompson

May 29, 2015

Monica was the best artist I knew, she was even better than my art teacher and my art teacher is very good. But I am happy she is in a better place now and she gets to be with her dad. I only knew you for a short while but you taught me a lot. Your niece Lauren

Lauren Thompson

May 29, 2015

So sorry for your loss Thompson family! My thoughts and prayers go out to you! Love Lisa Muggleton Connelly.

May 29, 2015

This world has lost a wonderfully talented, and spirited woman. RIP my love.

Debbi Brooks

May 29, 2015

What an astounding life Monica led! I was a temporary holder of her sketch book of drawings. I knew her as an amazing artist. May her sole finally rest in peace. My heart goes out to the entire Thompson family.

Kris Tonski

May 29, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss, Dr. Natalie. God bless.
Cathy Marczak Hmurcik( worked at VA , ER with you.)

Cathy Hmurcik

May 29, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss Dee Dee you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you

lisa bianchi

May 29, 2015

I cannot express how sad I am to hear of Monica's passing. May she rest in peace. I
will cherish the friendship we had with each
other. Susan Smith

May 29, 2015

Deedee & Thompson Family. My heart goes out to you all. Monica was the BOMB ~ Stephanie Crowley.

Stephanie Crowley

May 29, 2015

May the God of peace bring comfort to your hearts.

May 29, 2015

I am sad to hear of Monica's passing. She was so full of energy and determination, and shared so much with so many. I'm glad our paths crossed several times, and am sorry I can not attend her service on Saturday. Frank Clifford

Frank Clifford

May 29, 2015

Our sincere condolences from the Grant family.

Keith Grant

May 29, 2015

Rest Well Sweet Angel Girl.

Deborah Rubin, R.N.

May 29, 2015

RIP

Barbara Beckerman

May 28, 2015

May god hold you in his arms no more suffering my prayers are with you Rene'

May 28, 2015

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