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Brian Monaghan Obituary

Brian T. Monaghan of West Chester Brian T. Monaghan, 55, a life-long resident of West Chester, passed away on August 25, 2012. He was the husband of Karen Patterson Dixon. Born in West Chester, he was the son of the late John F. Monaghan and the late May O. Waltz Monaghan Brian was a successful roofing contractor for 35 years and the owner of Monaghan Construction Company. He graduated from Henderson High School in West Chester, where he excelled in football making All Ches-Mont as a linebacker. In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by his daughter Michele Mancini, granddaughter, Alexis Mancini, step-daughters, Erin Dixon and Jessica Prado and step-grandchildren Allison, Skylar, Ethan and Terrence. Also, he is survived by his siblings, Deborah (Betty), Jack (Robin) and Michael (Josie). Relatives and Friends are invited to his Funeral Service, at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 31, 2012 at the DellaVecchia, Reilly, Smith & Boyd Funeral Home, Inc. 410 North Church Street West Chester, PA 19380. 610-696-1181, www. DellaFH.com. Visitation will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, August 30, 2012 and from 10:30 to 11a.m. on Friday, August 31, 2012 at the funeral home. Interment will be at Grove Methodist Cemetery in West Chester. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675.

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Published by The Daily Local from Aug. 27 to Aug. 28, 2012.

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Dan Earley

October 28, 2024

I moved out of town and just saw Brian´s obit. He was a teammate on Glauners at East Side and was a wall behind the plate when I pitched. Belated condolences to the family.

Bob shaffer

August 21, 2022

I can´t believe it´s been 10 Years but he was a good friend and I think about him often

Ob Shaffer

August 21, 2019

I worked with Brian for 30 years He was one of the most decent guys and a very good friend. The best time we had was in Atlantic City. He loved playing craps.
Will miss him

Bob Shaffer

August 21, 2019

I worked with Brian for 25 years He was one of the best roofers I new. Plus he was a great friend . He is sadly missed.

Mitch DAnnunzio

September 2, 2013

I don't live in the area anymore and just thought I would hope not to see anyone I knew. To my surprise I see this. I was a very good friend of Brian and have fond memories of Brian and his wonderful mom. RIP my brother!

Sue Mullen

March 7, 2013

I will always Love Brian, always!

Sue Mullen

March 7, 2013

I called Brian today to wish him Happy Birthday, somehow we always remembered to call after so many years!
Brian's line didn't work.... his
line has always worked!
So, I thought I had it wrong and looked it up on the internet
......and found his Obituary instead. I cannot tell you his Family and Karen how truly
heartbroken and sad I feel!
Brian was the most kind and generous and loving man I have ever known.
Brian was my friend and I will ALWAYS love him Dearly!
To the entire Monaghan Family
I am so sorry for your loss!
This world is just that much darker without his Light and Humor!
If any member of the Family or Karen would call me, I would like to know what happened,
please. 610-715-3521
Sue Mullen

Patty Runyon-Engnell

September 13, 2012

So very sorry for your loss. Brian was a good friend in high school.

Joe Grillo

September 12, 2012

Karen I'm so sorry about Brian ! I really loved him he was a good friend ! Your in my thoughts and prayers God Bless !!

September 1, 2012

I AM SO SADDEN BY THE LOSS OF BRIAN,I GREW UP WITH HIM

Kim Hill

September 1, 2012

I am saddened to hear of Brian's passing. He was a dear friend of my late husband, Pete Hill, and myself and helped me and my children so much after his passing. Pete met Brian in Little League when he was 10 and they played at Monaghan Field. Brian was such a kind person and always willing to help anyway he could. He will be sorely missed. So sorry I didn't hear of this until today. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace, Brian
The Hill Family

Christine Easterday

August 31, 2012

Brian was a very kind Man. My sincere condolences to Karen and Family and Michael and Family

August 30, 2012

Brian has been a good friend of mine for 30 or more years. My thoughts go out to his family and 7.

Ben Forte

August 30, 2012

Out thoughts and prayers go out to the Monaghan family during this difficult time.

Bill D'Amico

August 29, 2012

What a shock it was to hear this news. We went to high school with Brian and had recently reconnected through his brother Mike. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. May your faith get you through the days to come.

- Sue & Bill D'Amico

Curt Stahl

August 29, 2012

Brian was a good man who was there for our family through tough and fun times. somewhere up in heaven there sitting around Monaghan Field playing and talking baseball! Our thoughts and prayers are with you! The Stahls, Carolyn, Sandy, Mark and Curt

Jennifer Maybin

August 29, 2012

Rest in peace, Brian. You are remembered fondly. Peace also to your family.

August 28, 2012

To all of Brian's family I send my sympathy Brian was my cousins son and my prayers go to all his family. Love Patti Waltz Mc Kee and Jack Mc Kee.

August 28, 2012

Brian was a good friend to my husband and played Santa to our children for several years. He was such a kind man. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with the whole family at this time. ~ The Roy Family

August 28, 2012

Mike , Josie and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time .
Sue Parkyn

August 28, 2012

Thinking of Jessica and her family at this sad time.

August 28, 2012

Brian was such a great friend and will be missed . Our thoughts and prayers are with you all .
Jo , Tony DiFabrizio

Shaneen Hershey

August 28, 2012

Mom, Erin, Girls and family, we love you all so much and we are so sorry for your loss. Brian was a great guy and lots of fun. We are here if you need anything.

August 28, 2012

Brian was my best man and good friend all thourgh high school and the best team mate you could have.will be missed
Dick Holmes

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