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William D. "Bill" Monahan

1929 - 2022

William D. "Bill" Monahan obituary, 1929-2022, Grand Rapids, MI

BORN

1929

DIED

2022

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O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel - Grand Rapids

3980 Cascade Rd. SE

Grand Rapids, Michigan

William Monahan Obituary

Monahan, William D. "Bill" 12/27/1929 - 10/5/2022 age 92, formerly of Grosse Pointe Farms and East Lansing, passed away October 5, 2022. He was born on December 27, 1929, in Detroit to Edward V. & Helen (O'Callaghan) Monahan. A 1952 graduate of Albion College, Bill served two years in the US Army before embarking on a 50-year career with the Monahan Company. It was his pleasure to work side-by-side with his father, three dear brothers and - eventually - two more generations of Monahan's in constructing buildings that still beautify neighborhoods and enrich lives throughout the Detroit metro area. Bill was a gifted sportsman who played both quarterback and third base for Albion and who enjoyed tennis and hunting throughout his life. He served his community through leadership positions with the Grosse Pointe War Memorial, the Children's Home of Detroit, and the Association of General Contractors. Most of all, Bill was a man of faith and devoted to his family. He spent nearly all his leisure hours in their company, celebrating life events, Spartan tailgates, and extended Drummond Island weekends together. His warmth, Irish wit and generosity will be greatly missed. Bill was preceded in death by his son, Steven Monahan; brothers, John (Jack), and Edward (Ted) Monahan; and sister, Ann (Honey Ann) O'Meara. He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Peggy; children, Ellen (Dr. Michael) Andary, W. Daniel (Sandra) Monahan, Joseph (Karen) Monahan, Edward (Terese) Monahan, Margaret (Gregory) Hudson, George (Yumiko) Monahan; 16 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; brother, Daniel (Lorraine) Monahan; sister, Patricia (Pol) Raynal; and many nieces & nephews. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11AM on Wednesday, October 12 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 955 Alton Road, East Lansing, MI 48823, with visitation one hour prior. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to Origami Rehabilitation (www.OrigamiRehab.org) at 3181 Sandhill Road, Mason MI 48854.

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Published by MLive.com on Oct. 6, 2022.

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Thomas Withers

February 18, 2023

So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was very much loved by the entire Withers family and there was not a more pleasant person that I have ever met. Tom Withers

Liesa Rocco

October 13, 2022

In loving memory of a true gentleman, and a friend to all. Words fall short of expressing my deep sorrow for your loss.

Lee and Becky Lund

October 7, 2022

I am devastated! As the youngest of 12 in my immediate family, I'm no stranger to familial loss but Bill Monahan's passing ranks near the top for the empty feeling one gets when they lose a loved one.

I first met him when my sister Peggy brought him to Cheboygan to meet my family in 1955. He fit in like a hand in a glove from the "get go"! He was a great attribute to my family and, more importantly, was an outstanding husband and father with his family. There is an end though and to say he will be missed by many, is gross understatement!

Fred McEvoy/Tom Dombrowski

October 6, 2022

We're saddened to learn of the passing of the Patriarch of the great Monahan Dynasty. Although we never met him, we're sure he must have been an A+ gent to have fathered such a great collection of offspring -- son Joe, being our connection. Joe, you must feel very proud and content with the love and care that you shared with you parents during your weekly visits. Be assured that many happy thoughts and good wishes are accompanying Dad Bill on his journey home and, until we meet, may God hold him gently in the palm of His hand.

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St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church

955 Alton Road, East Lansing, MI

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12

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church

955 Alton Road, East Lansing, MI

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3980 Cascade Rd. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

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