Remembering the life, death and legacy of Purple Heart recipient John Monahan
John W. Monahan, 83, of Brockton, passed away after a brief illness on Friday, Feb. 27, in the Baypointe Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center. He was the beloved husband of 61 years to Olga (Kyryluk) Monahan. He was born and brought up in Boston, son of the late Joseph and Ada (Gaunt) Monahan. John went to Boston schools. John served his country as a Corporal in the United States Army, during the Korean War from 1949-1952, receiving a Purple Heart, 5 bronze stars and other citations....
