Colleen Monahan

Colleen Monahan obituary, New Brunswick, NJ

Colleen Monahan

Colleen Monahan Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 12, 2025.
Colleen Monahan, a proud Highland Park, New Jersey native, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the age of 53 after a short illness. She was known for her sharp wit and feisty nature.

Never one to back down from a passionate debate, Colleen embraced life with fierce independence and unwavering convictions. Her appreciation for music, especially the sounds of the 1980s, brought her joy and served as the soundtrack to her bold and vibrant personality.

In accordance with her wishes, services will be private. Those who knew her are encouraged to honor her memory in their own way.

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May 15, 2025

Ruth Vargo Collins posted to the memorial.

April 8, 2025

Sharon posted to the memorial.

April 7, 2025

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Ruth Vargo Collins

May 15, 2025

I can´t believe you´re gone! Way too soon. I´ll miss your annual birthday wishes, you are the only one to ever call me Ruthski lol
Rest easy Monahan I love you!
My sincere condolences to the family you left behind.

Sharon

April 8, 2025

You will truly be missed. I've known you since you were small and watched you grow. You were a beautiful person and gone to soon. My heart goes out to your family. You always had us laughing and on our toes

Ryan Colby

April 7, 2025

You got me into trouble many times. Happily. . I'll think about our times singing and dancing to Madonna. Rest well

Jennifer

April 7, 2025

My sincere condolences to all mourning.

Patricia White

April 6, 2025

One of the best, Elliot and I knew we always had a friend in you, rest well

Pat Dabbundo

March 14, 2025

I worked with Colleen for a short time. She used to make me laugh with her crazy sense of humor. She was always willing to help everyone. My prayers go out to her family.

Damon & Barbara Skinner

March 13, 2025

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Colleen rest in peace.
Damon and Barbara Skinnet

Milly Ruiz Ressler

March 13, 2025

Saddened to hear this news. Condolences and prayers to her family and friends. May she RIP.

Julia Dewhirst

March 13, 2025

I am so sad to hear this. Colleen brought a smile to everyone who knew her. My condolences to her family.

Danielle Ingram

March 13, 2025

My condolences to the Monahan family. Colleen was a good friend. She will be missed and loved forever.

ShawFoster

March 13, 2025

Sleep well Colleen, brighten the heavens the way you would brighten a room. God Bless you

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