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BRIAN MONAHAN Obituary

Brian P. Monahan, Oct. 15, late of Kansas City, MO, loving husband of Rachel S., nee Morrow; dear father of Kaleb Morrow, Molly and Wendy Monahan; beloved son of Patricia and the late Frank Monahan; brother of Joseph Monahan, Laura (Mark) Benson and Jennifer (Denny) Cronin; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. time of Mass at St. Cajetan Church, 2445 W. 112th St., Chicago. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Brian Monahan Children's Trust in c/o Donnellan Funeral Home, 10525 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60643 would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Donnellan Funeral Home, 773-238-0075. Sign guestbook at www.donnellanfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Oct. 19, 2009.

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Ricky Regnier

November 12, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with Brian and all his family. I can honestly say I would not be where I am today with out Brian and his family. Brian was more of a brother then a friend, thank you for all you did for me over the years. I will remember you fondly and always.

Sandra Peacock Bowie

November 4, 2009

My deepest sympathy to the Monahan Family. Brian was a wonderful memory from my teenaged years. I knew him well. I just found him through Face Book but he was already past. My heart goes out to his family. He and I went up against each other for the Chicago Junior Achievement President. He won. Of course. I think i won because we dated for sometime after that. Great friend. And always cared deeply for my family.

Anne Bode Kuldanek

November 2, 2009

My condolences to the Monahan families. I knew Brian from the early '80s thru Junior Achievement, hadn't talked with him in many years and just found him on facebook recently. As in the early years, his passion was an inspiration to me and I could tell from his postings that he was so proud of his children. I wish I had more time to get to know the wonderful man he had become. My thoughts and prayer are with all of you.

Jeanne Rowan-Hickey

October 28, 2009

To Jennifer and the entire Monahan family, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Jacquelyn Jones

October 28, 2009

I worked with Brian for a while at AFT Healthcare here in the KC area. He was a great guy to know. Rachel, you and the kids were so important to him and always in his conversations. Please accept my deepest sympathy and prayers for you at this difficult time.
Jackie

Cahoon Family

October 25, 2009

Brian always took the time to send us a smile through the crowds:
a smile that comes from the heart and goes straight to your heart and reflects back on your own face.
In this time of sadness, his friendly face comes to our mind and we shall never forget him, sharing our smiles just as he did... Merci Brian!
Rachel, Kaleb, Molly, Wendy, please accept our condolences.

Jennifer McCartney

October 24, 2009

I will miss you my friend! I learned alot from you.

John O'Connor

October 21, 2009

I saw Brian at our 30 year St. Cajetan reunion. We talked and laughed about growing up on 115th street. He was a wonderful guy. My condolences to the Monahan families.

Wendy Rostoker Swenson

October 21, 2009

Brian was an old, childhood friend and I am sad that we just connected after so many years. Our prayers are with your family and for Brian. I pray that he is now at peace in the arms of our Lord.

October 21, 2009

Brian......you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Melissa Badar (Beyfuss)

October 20, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Rachel and family. Your futures friend, susan wadlow

October 20, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of your great loss! Brian and your family will be in our prayers. Kanatzar Family

October 20, 2009

I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart is filled with sadness. You are in my prayers.

Patty (Nedved) Davis

Paul Richards

October 20, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss, Brian was my "friend from the 60's", I will always miss him.
love, paul

October 20, 2009

Dear Monahan Family,
Our hearts ache for your loss. We will pray that you find the courage and strength to face each new day on a journey toward peace.
Sincerely,
The Dombrowskis
Rob, Kelly, Xavier, Matthew, and in a very special way Nathan

Carolyn Eichner

October 20, 2009

My deepest condolences to the Monahan family. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Carolyn Eichner (an old college friend)

October 19, 2009

I spoke with Brian at the Girl Scout Meeting a few weeks ago; he actually found the right place to go and guided me there. He was so glad to have Molly and Wendy active in the program again, and my daughter Sabina is thrilled they will be with her in Scouts. You are all in my thoughts and I send hope for healing. Judy Shifrin

Libby DeBauge

October 19, 2009

My deepest condolances to Rachel, Kaleb, Molly and Wendy. Thinking of you at this time. Your former neighbor, Libby DeBauge

October 19, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to the entire Monahan family. Know that you are in our prayers.
Laura (Blaney) Signore

Sheila O'Gorman

October 19, 2009

To all of the Monahan family, Brian's wife and children: The O'Gorman and Dunleavy family of Chicago send our deepest sympathies to all of you. You are in our prayers.

Lisa, Mike, Shannon, Matthew, & Kerry Kamsiuk

October 19, 2009

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

sara hopewell

October 19, 2009

My prayers go out to the family in this terrible time of loss. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. Brian will be sorely missed. Sincerely, Sara Hopewell

October 19, 2009

We all want to send our deepest sympathy to all of Brian's family.
We all have such cherished memories of his big bright eyes and all those long eyelashes plus that BIG brillant smile !
We are sure he has been welcomed so warmly in Heaven by Frank.
Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love always,
Tom & Kay Huguelet
Tom ( Jr.) Huguelet & family
Michele Huguelet Tihami & family
Katie Huguelet Gosselin & family
John Huguelet

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