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Thomas Monaco Obituary
He leaves his wife of 55 years, Roseanne (Mangan) Monaco; three sons, Thomas J. Monaco Jr. and his wife Deborah of Dudley and their children Lauren and Liza, a great granddaughter Kadynce, William Monaco of Southbridge and his children Alyssa and Anthony, Paul Monaco of Woodstock and his children Elizabeth, Mario and Lorenzo; two daughters, Darlene Marcucci and her husband Mario of Southbridge and their children Sergio, Carisa and Guida, Lisa Bodreau and her husband Steven of Quinebaug and their children Michael, Jillian and Madison. He also leaves 4 siblings, Beatrice Taglione, James Monaco and Angelo Monaco all of Southbridge and Jacqueline Bonavita of Springfield. Pre-deceased by Larry Monaco and Angeline Stawiecki.
He was born and raised in Southbridge, the son of Felix and Celia (Guilia) Monaco. He graduated from Cole Trade School. He worked as a molder at the A.O. and some 30 years for the Mass Turnpike retiring as a Foreman. He participated in softball as a semi-pro pitcher for the American Legion League along side teammate Rocky Marciano. He was a former Park Commissioner in Southbridge. Tommy was a founding member of the Henry St. Field. Tommy was active in local politics, he was co-district campaign chairman for former Governor Francis Belloti and Governor Edward King. He was a active supporter and coach of Dudley Little League. A member of St. Stephen Church and the YMCA. One of his greatest pleasures was attending his children's and grandchildren's sporting and school events and celebrating their accomplishments. Tommy looked forward to spending winters in Florida but couldn't wait to get home to his family. We will miss his daily phone calls to make sure we were all doing fine.
Calling hours will be held on Sunday June 1, from 4 to 8 PM at Bartel Funeral Home & Chapel, 33 Schofield Ave., Dudley. His funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday June 2 at 11:00 AM in St. Stephens Church, Corner Of Route 197 & 131, Quinebaug. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory to St. Stephens Renovation Fund, P.O Box 222 or Quinebaug Volunteer Fire Dept., P.O Box 144, both Quinebaug Ct. 06260 or to the Neely House
c/o camneelyfoundation.com
for Tommy's guestbook
bartelfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Monaco
Alicia LeClair
June 25, 2008
Dear Billy,
A favorite and excellent school teacher of ours always asks about you. Please use the "contact me" link when you are ready. Love you, your Mother, your Father, Tommy, Paul, Darlene and Lisa. God bless you and all of your families. You are The Best. Best childhood one could hope for was with you all, down "at the field", playing every sport. Thanks!
Heidi Klein
June 9, 2008
To the Monaco Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I often think about everyone and reflect on the really great times we had. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Frusher
June 4, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I am sorry I did not know about Mr. Monaco's passing in order to attend the services. You are all in my prayers. Keep your memories close to your heart.
Rich LeClair
June 3, 2008
Dear Roseann, Tommy, Billy, Darlene, Paul, and Lisa,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I always remember Mr. "M" fondly and recall how good he was to us as kids when he would kid around with us. I'll keep you in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Rich LeClair
Heather Buduo
June 3, 2008
My deepest sympathies to you and your family, I will always remember Mr. Monaco as we called him from the time I was a child. May God keep your fond memories fresh and bless your family in this time of sorrow.
Rosemary Hallen
June 3, 2008
Dear Roseann & Family. My deepest sympathies go out to you and the kids. Sorry my prior commitments kept me from attending the services. You are all in my thoughts!
Dick and Celine Courtemanche
June 2, 2008
Dear Roseann, Wish we could be there in your time of sorrow. Know that we are thinking of you and the family. Tommy was a special friend and will always be remembered. Lots of history between our families.
Betty LeClair
June 2, 2008
Dear Roseann and all the Family. So sorry for your loss but remember the good times past. "Mr. M." as our family affectionately called him will long be remembered. Take care.
Love,
Betty LeClair
John & Wendy Tretheway
June 1, 2008
To the Monaco family, please accept our deepest sympathies. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers. Mr. Monaco will surely be missed.
Barbara & Bill Scagos
June 1, 2008
Dear Roseanne, With Our Heartfelt Sympathy to you and your Family,
you are all in our Thoughts and Prayers.
Patricia Keenan
June 1, 2008
Dear Roseanne & Family,
Please know that I am thinking of you and have said prayers for Tom and you. Take care.
Sincerely,
Pat Keenan
John Colby
June 1, 2008
To the Monaco Family, I am sorry for your loss. We had many great times together with Tom and the family. I'll miss the talks we used to have together and all that you did for the Colby family. Your family is in my prayers. Love you all.
Betty Parechanian
May 31, 2008
Dear Roseanne, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family upon the passing of our friend Tommy. We will all miss our "Angel Man" Sincerely, Dick & Mary, Arne & Binky, Betty & Al
candace freid mason
May 30, 2008
dear roseanne i am so sorry to hear of your loss.i have so many fond memories of mr monaco and your wonderful family mostly miss the cannasta games and steak and pepper sandwiches love you always ,
candy
PRISCILLA MEAD (FREID)
May 30, 2008
ROSEANNE, TOM, BILLY, DARLENE, PAUL AND LISA
I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF TOM
WHEN I WAS A CHILD.
michele suss
May 30, 2008
Dear Mrs.Monaco,Tommy,Billy,Darlene,Lisa,and your familys,I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.your child hood friend,
Julie Trifone
May 30, 2008
Monaco & Marcucci Family,
My deepest condolences on Grampa Monaco's passing, i have always cherished the memories our families have shared, especially the rides in the winnebago to get an icecream cone while playing and comparing the jewelry he always had for us. He was a beautiful person who always had a way of making YOU feel beautiful. Mr. Monaco will always be remembered as a very proud, awesomely respected family man.....in a cadillac.
Thinking of you all with great pride and love.
JANET DUMAS
May 30, 2008
Dear RoseAnne, and Family
I am so sorry about Tom death. He was a wonderful person and had a good heart. I have so many good memories of our pasts. My Deepest Sympathy and Prayers
Janet Dumas & family
Rick & Pam Courtemanche
May 30, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Monaco family during this time of sorrow and reflection. Mr. Monaco was a friend and well-loved by our family for many years, and will be sorely missed. God Bless.
Alicia LeClair
May 30, 2008
Mr. Monaco was a fine man with a kind heart. My love and deepest sympathy to you all.
Jim Whitney
May 30, 2008
I have fond memories from working with Tom Monaco and am saddened by this loss to the family and the Dudley community. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Lauren Monaco
May 30, 2008
I love you Grampa, you will live forever in our hearts!
Peter LeClair
May 30, 2008
Sorry to hear of his passing.....have many fond memories of him from my childhood: driving by and always hearing him shout out "hello".....hard to remember him ever without a smile,....and everyone I know always found themselves smiling, feeling a little better after seeing him,....my condolences to all of you.
Ron Scarborough
May 30, 2008
Dear Paul and Bill,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Trust me; there is nothing anyone can say to make you feel better. Only those of us who have lost their Dad know how you feel. Please know that while he may have left this earth in body, his spirit will live on. I lost my Dad 20 years ago but I talk with him every day.
Mel (City Sports Softball 1995)
Roger and Carol Fournier
May 30, 2008
Tommy, you were a great person and a great friend. Yo will be missed by many. Our deepest sympathies go out to Roseanne and the whole family. We will always remember laughing at the stories Tommy told about camping when the kids were young and how he always had an angel pin or something in his pocket for his friends. My dad always enjoyed it when they visited too.
jim colby
May 30, 2008
The Colby family sends its deepest sorrows to the Monaco family, Uncle Tommy will be missed.
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