New York, New York
A Giver in Many Ways
If you were making dinner, she'd say, `Oh, what can I do?' " Angela Gottlieb said of her cousin Monica Lyons, who would always arrive with a small statue of a child for Ms. Gottlieb's collection. "That was so typical of her."
Ms. Lyons, 53, was an executive assistant at Marsh & McLennan, where she had worked for 30 years.
Ivory Sidberry, Ms. Lyons's boyfriend of six years, sees evidence of her thoughtfulness all around his house. She bought kitchen gadgets, including a huge pepper mill.
"In fact, I just finished using it now," he said recently. "I had a roast beef sandwich, and said, `Hey, what about some fresh pepper? Wow. Monica.' " She organized his constantly growing CD collection, alphabetizing and sorting titles on the computer. "Needless to say, it's sort of outdated now, because she hasn't been here," he said.
Ms. Gottlieb said: "We miss her more as time goes by. You would've thought you wouldn't feel that, but I really do."
Dear Monica, As I do every year, I speak your name, and remember your kindness. Thank you for being so kind and helpful over the years. Our prayers continue for you and your fmaily. Our forever best
Pat (NASH) Borowski
September 12, 2023 | Annandale, VA
Dear Monica, Have not forgotten your warm style and quick smile. Prayers continue for your family. You are not forgotten.
Patricia Borowski
September 11, 2018 | Annandale | Coworker
Dear Monica,
To the woman who was always in early, loved to help and support others with the talent to lead her own group, and with such a warm smile and manner, I always remember, and you are forever in my prayers. Pat
Patrica Borowski
September 15, 2016 | Alexandria, VA
I remember you from when we use to drink at the bar on stone street, you always were a hoot and i remember doing karoke and you cheering me on and i thank you Monica, you are one of may of my Wall St friends who have made an impact on my life and still 14 years later shows you i will never forget you. Thank you.
-Salvatore Governale
September 11, 2015
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
S J. Friscia III
June 01, 2014 | Staten Island, NY
Monica was a classmate from Berner HS, Massapequa, 1966. She was always smiling, and had a quiet, gracious determination about her. Her hearts desire was to become an Executive Secretary. May God's good graces continue to gently enfold you and your loved ones.
Bette Norton Himes
September 14, 2011 | Pikeville, NC
Monica was in my high school graduating class. I did not know her well, but fondly and with a smile. As every 9-11 approaches my thoughts & heart go out to Monica and her family. According to these postings I have read, Monica "grew up" to be just the kind of person I thought she would be.
Barbara Stuart Richard
September 13, 2011 | Middleburg, FL
Many years ago when I was a guest of a mutual friend at his prom you and your family welcomed me into your home I will never forget the kindness shown to me a complete stranger Thanks for such a wonderful memory May you rest in the palm of God's hand until we meet again
Linda Finkle-Roser
September 13, 2011 | Livingston Manor, NY
I have known Monica for many years at the Blarney Stone and the White Horse she was such a wonderful person always lauging and making other people laugh around her you are dearly missed and always in my heart.
Francine Adams
September 11, 2011 | New York, NY