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Henry Monaco Obituary
Milwaukee - November 30th 1938 - December 7th 2019
Henry J Monaco, 81, of Milwaukee, WI passed away on Saturday, December 7th 2019. Henry was born November 30th 1938 in Bronx, NY to Joseph Thomas & Lucy (nee Rota) Monaco. He married Mary Ellen (nee Walsh) in Albany, New York on Dec 30th, 1967.
Henry graduated from Fordham University in Bronx, NY. He then went to have a successful career with The United Way organization for over 30 years. He worked for United Way in Williamsburg, PA, Peoria, IL, Flint, MI and finally in Milwaukee, WI, where he was the President/CEO until his retirement in 1999. In his retirement he continued to be active in the community teaching at Alverno College and assisting at Interfaith and Alzheimer Associations.
Henry was preceded in death by his parents, the late Joseph and Lucy Monaco, his brother, the late Joseph Monaco, his son, the late Matthew Monaco, his granddaughter, the late Michelle Monaco and his grandson, the late Ryan Matthews. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ellen Monaco; his children, Joseph (Joan) Monaco, Kristen (Marc Matthews) Monaco, Mega (James) Barton, his grandchildren, Matthew Monaco, Melanie Monaco, Madeline Monaco, Charles Barton, Lucy Barton and Timothy Matthews and his sister Lucille (Austin) Zullo.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2019 from 10:30 AM to time of the celebration of Mass of Christian Burial at NOON at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, 812 N. Jackson Street, Milwaukee, WI, immediately followed by a reception celebrating Henry's life in the Cathedral atrium.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha Counties (www.unitedwaygmwc.org/donate), and/or charities of the donor's choice.
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Sandy Duffy
December 18, 2019
Dear Mary Ellen,
I so enjoyed knowing you and Henry! Your warmth, friendship and presence at Saint Johns was a bonus to all and ever so welcome. It was comforting to see Henry at his computer and walking in the gallery, and both of you out and about! Please continue to be our friend.
With Sympathy and Love,
Sandy Duffy
December 13, 2019
My deepest sympathy for your loss. I will remember Henry for his dedication to the community and older adults . A most kind, generous, passionate man that will be greatly missed for so many reasons. A stellar human being.
Stacey Vojvodich
Diane Depasquale
December 11, 2019
My deepest condolences. My mother , Marie told many childhood stories of her and her favorite cousin Henry. May he rest in eternal peace
Vince Doino
December 11, 2019
Henry and I shared a great childhood in the Bronx, until I moved to California I miss those times we had. Vince Doino
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Annette Harpole
December 10, 2019
I first met Henry J. Monaco when I volunteered on a committee in the early 1990's at United Way of Greater Milwaukee. He was someone who genuinely cared about people. Many years later, I would meet his Wife Mary Ellen and see him again when they moved near my Parents. He was a genuinely nice person. I am going to miss chatting with him from time to time. Many peace and blessings to his Wife Mary Ellen and his family.
Karen Coy-Romano
December 10, 2019
Henry was a terrific friend, valued mentor and community leader. I will miss him deeply. We met originally in his role as CEO of United Way. It is hard to imagine our great city without him. Henry has left his mark and we are all better for it. My deepest condolences to Henry's family and friends.
Dave Michalski
December 10, 2019
I will always remember him as the person who lit up the room. His passion for helping others empowered everyone that met him. Mary - Prayers and condolences for you and your family.
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