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Brian Monahan Obituary

Deacon Brian J. Monahan Sr. 74, of Allentown, passed away on Wednesday September 7, 2016. Brian was the husband of Mary Agnes (Grim) Monahan and they celebrated their 50th anniversary this June. Born in Reading, he was the son of the late William and Jeanette (Falter) Monahan. Brian taught German for the Saucon Valley School District for many years prior to his retirement. As a Deacon in the Diocese of Allentown Brian was in the first Class of Ordained Deacons in 1982. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Allentown. Over the years Brian enjoyed camping with his family and by himself for the peace and quiet. Surviving with his wife are his sons; Bill and wife Christina of Kutztown, Brian J. Jr. and wife Alison of Catasauqua, and John and wife Megan of Topton. His daughters; Colleen wife of Frank Radocha of Alburtis, Kathy wife of Tony Perinotto of Allentown, Bridget wife of Brian Kester of Danielsville, and Meghan wife of Tim Bryan of Coplay. Brian has fourteen grandchildren. Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday September 12, 2016 at 11:00 am in Immaculate Conception. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery. Calling will be on Monday from 9:30-11:00 am in his church. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Brian's memory to his church, 501 Ridge Ave. Allentown, PA. 18102.

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Published by Morning Call on Sep. 10, 2016.

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Stephen Kadar

September 18, 2016

I remembr Brian as a German Teacher at Saucon Valley many years ago. A very good and decent man.

September 12, 2016

Mary, Our deepest sympathy in hearing the loss of Brian. You and your family are in our prayers. The Falters, Raleigh, NC

Christine Lintner

September 11, 2016

My deepest condolences to his family. He was one of my favorite teachers in school.

Scott Fabian

September 11, 2016

My condolences to the family. I had him for German in High School and quickly quit because I was well over my head. I recall him saying that I can't quit everything hard in my life or I wouldn't get anywhere. That always stuck and I'm so thrilled to hear he became a Deacon as I had worked 23 years for the Church and run catholic-church.org a service that gives free websites to any official Catholic organizations throughout the world since 1996. His comments always stayed with me. hopefully in the end I made him proud.

Rich Simononis

September 11, 2016

Dear family, so sorry for your loss and wanted you to know that Brian was a wonderful man that affected so many people in a positive way.

Kelly Gamilton

September 11, 2016

So sorry for your loss John and family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

The Hamilton family
Kelly, Scott, Megan, Gregory, and Abigail

Jim & Jo Ann Gallagher

September 10, 2016

Mary Agnes & family:
No words can ease your pain but the happy memories you share will keep him in your heart always. We, too, have many happy memories shared with your family. May he rest in God's care & may God give you all the strength & peace at this difficult time.

Lauren Coni

September 10, 2016

So sorry for your loss I know how you feel you are not alone my family and I are prying for you

September 10, 2016

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Dawn Ackerman

September 10, 2016

Much love and sympathy for your loss of such a wonderful man!

Tom Bauer

September 10, 2016

To the family my sincere condolences may you have comfort knowing that he may be gone but only to start his new life in the Kingdom of Heaven.

Barbara McGovern

September 10, 2016

Mary and Family,
Our deepest sympathy on your loss of Brian. May God bless you at this most difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Dan and Barbara McGovern and family

Keely Kurtas-Chapman

September 10, 2016

Monahan family,
My condolences on your loss. may your memories of the good times bring you comfort and your faith bring you peace.
With sympathy,
Keely Kurtas-Chapman

Beth Hertz

September 10, 2016

John,
So sorry to hear of the loss to you and your family. May beautiful memories of your father and the love of family and friends that surrounds you today, give you strength and peace in the days ahead.

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