Name: Visitation for Ralph J. Monaco
Start: 2021-07-15T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2021-07-15T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Robinson, Wright & Weymer Funeral Home

Ralph Joseph Monaco was an amazing husband, father, uncle, brother, and friend. He left this world suddenly on July 10, 2021, at the age of 54. He was born to Louis and Louise Monaco on June 17, 1967, in the Bronx, New York. He was preceded in death by his parents and is survived by his wife of 24 years, Dina Monaco, daughters Abby and Anna Monaco, sister Angela Mahncke, and many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, and nephews. After graduating from Fordham University, he pursued his love for the law, becoming a very successful and passionate trial lawyer. He was a proud partner in the firm Conway, Londregan, Sheehan & Monaco, P.C. in New London, CT. Ralph Monaco was a man of the people. He served as 87th Connecticut Bar Association President from 2010-2011. He also served on the Mercy High School Board in Middletown, CT and on the board for Catholic Charities in Norwich, CT, as well as a handful of other organizations. Ralph gave a voice to those who didn't have one. His greatest accomplishment, however, was not his career, but the relationships he had with his family and friends. He married the love of his life, Dina, and they had two beautiful daughters, Abby and Anna. To know Ralph was truly a blessing. You didn't need to know him personally to call him a friend because he was a friend to all. He treated every person he met with respect, kindness, and dignity. He especially loved his wife and children beyond measure and his greatest moments were spent with his family. Although his time on earth was cut short, he touched the life of everyone he knew. Visitation for Ralph J. Monaco will be held Thursday, July 15 from 4:00-7:00pm at Robinson, Wright & Weymer Funeral Home, 34 Main St. Centerbrook. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, July 16 at 11.30am at St John Roman Catholic Church, 161 Main St. Old Saybrook, CT. To share a memory or condolence with Ralph's family please visit www.rwwfh.com. Donations can be made in Ralph's name to Catholic Charities, Diocese of Norwich, 331 Main St, Norwich, CT 06360. To Share a memory or express a condolence to Ralph's family, please visit: www.rwwfh.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Jul. 13, 2021.

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Michael L, McDonnell

July 23, 2021

The attributes all lawyers try to achieve in their careers is the Capacity to act in a manner that engenders respect for the law and the profession - in other words, civility.

Ralph exhibited these attributes the first day I met him during our first case together and every subsequent encounter.

The Connecticut Bar has lost an Attorney that showed us all how to be the best attorneys we could be.

My deepest sympathies to Ralph´s Family because they have not lost a Lawyer, they have lost a Husband, Father and Inspiration

Carolyn Kaas

July 15, 2021

I am also one of the heartbroken who has nothing but fond memories of Ralph, at the law school and beyond, and will forever hold him up as a beacon of what it means to be a true "public citizen" lawyer. My deepest sympathies to his family and partners.

Jackie Siegelski & Sue Malcuit

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Ronald Resmini

July 14, 2021

The Resmini Law Firm is deeply saddened by the sudden loss to his treasured family and his brothers and sisters of the law practice. Ralph was truly a benchmark of character, compassion and professionalism. Me and my 2 lawyer sons, reached out to Ralph on many occasions because of his skill and willingness to help others regardless of significance or triviality. To me he was a source of counsel; a should to share family treasures, and a friend if I needed one. He was not one of my sons but I would have been proud and honored had he been one.

Cordy Graves

July 14, 2021

Sending loving thoughts to Ralph's family and friends, including his "work family". Even as he started his work career at Conway & Londregan, he was a joy to be with and a caring gentleman. My heart aches for the family loss.

Crescentia Rock

July 14, 2021

I'm so deeply sorry for your loss ral ph was a very good and kind man he was my attorney he was more than my attorney he became a friend someone who I respected and admired deeply I'm so sorry for your loss You have my sincerest and deepest condolences at this time keeping the family and friends and my thoughts and prayers rest in priests Ralph

Tom Richardson

July 14, 2021

Just started to get to know Ralph @ the OLCC and he was clearly one of the good ones. God Bless.

Patricia Brune

July 14, 2021

Dear Dina, I was Ralph's paralegal after he made partner at CLS&M. I loved working with him and knowing how much he loved his family. I am so stunned and saddened, and my heart is heavy for you. Sending prayers.

Sheila Bond

July 13, 2021

Ralph was an amazing person and Attorney. We are present and past clients. His knowledge and compassion was top notch. Our players and thoughts are with his family. We are very saddened.

Cassie Lombardo (mercy swim)

July 13, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss and I am keeping your family in my prayers. sending love to you

Ashley, Ben, Ana, and Rebecca

July 13, 2021

Sophie- Our deepest condolences and care to your entire family on behalf of your work family @ Quad.

William and Linda Hemenway

July 13, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Ralph will be truly missed.

Richard & Anita Chance

July 13, 2021

To the family of Ralph Monaco, We are truly sorry for your loss. Ralph was a good person & excellent attorney. We were clients of Ralph & the way he talked about his wife & daughters (and dog) we felt like we knew the family.

Jacqueline Keller

July 13, 2021

To Ralph's wife and daughters. Please accept my condolences and prayers on the very sudden loss of Ralph. He was a treasured colleague on the Norwich Diocesan Catholic Charities Board of Directors, always kind and extraordinarily generous with his time. May his memory be a blessing.

Trish MacDonald

July 13, 2021

So sad to hear you're gone, Ralph. I remember I was a new court reporter working for Shea & Sullivan and you were fresh out of law school. We were both so nervous at our first deposition, but when I saw your smile I knew we'd be fine. That smile was always there no matter what, every time I saw you. You will be missed.

Lisa, Brian and Little Brian

July 13, 2021

Ralphie we are heartbroken and will miss you terribly. You brought so much happiness to our lives and we will continue to forge new happy adventures with Dina, Abby and Anna. We love the Monacos!

Chris Ilardi

July 12, 2021

Ralph we shared a 45 year friendship. Neighbors. SJR Class of 85. Reader at my wedding. Too many memories to count. Though each brings a smile to my face. You will be missed my friend.

The Paternostro family

July 12, 2021

We are so very saddened by this. Our love goes out to you all. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers,
Pat, Elise, James and Jenna

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