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Brian Monaghan Obituary
Brian G., 49, of Sparta, passed away on June 13, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. Brian was born in Englewood, NJ and grew up in Bergenfield, NJ, where he was a 1984 graduate of Bergenfield High School, and moved to Sparta in 2005. Brian coached both in the Bergenfield Junior Football League, for over 24 years and Sparta Little League Football. He was an avid motorcyclist with Harley Davidson being his bike of choice. His favorite activity was fishing with his boys and nephew Sean and he loved to train his German Shepherds. Brian is predeceased by his sister Patricia Hynes. He is survived by his beloved wife Siobhan Donnelly Monaghan; devoted father of Tadg, Norah, and Declan; loving son of Ann Monaghan; loving brother of Michael and his wife Christi, Thomas and his wife Wendy, John Monaghan, and Francis and his wife Sara. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Wednesday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Goble Funeral Home, 22 Main St., Sparta, NJ 07871. A funeral mass will be held at 10:30 AM Thursday at St. Kateri Church, 427 Stanhope Rd, Sparta. Interment will follow at Sparta Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his memory to: The American Lung Association, 55 Wacker Dr, Suite 1150, Chicago, IL 60601.
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for Brian Monaghan
Colin Dunne
June 28, 2016
Dear Siobhan and family,
We're so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Colin and Beth
June 18, 2016
Dear Siohbhan, Norah, Tadg and Declan,
We were terribly saddened to hear of Brian's passing and all of you have been in our thoughts and prayers since. Although no words from us can possibly lessen your grief, you have our most profound sympathy for the loss of your husband and dad.
Damien, Roberta, Kyla, and Aidan Dunne (Ottawa, Canada)
Ronan Dunne
June 18, 2016
To the Monaghan Family,
So saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The Dunne Family (Ronan, Tina, Desmond, Dominique and Donovan)
Denise Murphy
June 17, 2016
Monaghan Family ~ So sorry to hear about Brian, my heartfelt condolences. May Brian watch over and guide you all.
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Etna and Jacques Meheust
June 16, 2016
We are profoundly saddened by your loss.
With our deepest sympathy.
Etna Jacques and Yann Meheust
June 16, 2016
I had the pleasure of meeting Brian on a few occasions. He was a true gentleman. Siobhan & Family so sorry for your loss. We are all thinking of you at this sad & difficult time. May he rest in eternal peace x
Sharon Egan & Family
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Marian McDyer
June 15, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers every day. I can not even begin to fathom the pain of your loss, but if there is anything at all that we can do to help, please let us know. Wishing we could take the pain away........ Marian and Zoe
Ken Healy
June 15, 2016
I coached a lot of guys over 25 years but Brian, you were one of a kind. Whenever I think about Bergenfield football, you always pop into my head first. I've always been very proud of the direction you took in life. You packed a lot of living into 49 years.
Todd Henderson
June 15, 2016
To the Monaghan family, we are so very sorry. We have such great memories of Brian coaching football in Bergenfield. He impacted so many kids and was such a great role model. Our thoughts and prays are with you.
God Bless
Michael Cassar
June 15, 2016
Monaghan Family- What a great guy and even better teammate. I guess God needed another great offensive lineman in heaven
June 15, 2016
Siohbhan, Norah, Tadg and Declan. Although I know that no words can ease the loss you feel today, may looking back in memory comfort you tomorrow.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you dear neighbors and we are here for you! Anything you need just let us know. with love, Julie, Jon and Maribel Ortiz (Sparta Lake, NJ)
June 15, 2016
Monaghan Family,
So sorry to hear about Brian. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,
Joyce Boland
Margaret VanNieuwland
June 14, 2016
So sorry for such a great loss. Our whole family is right here for anything. Much love, sympathy and tons of prayers, Marty, Maggie, Courtney, Meghan, April and Marty VanNieuwland
June 14, 2016
Dear Monaghan Families,
I am saddened to hear about Brian's passing. I am so sorry for your loss.
My Deepest Sympathy, Michelle Otto
Nancy Starnes
June 14, 2016
Brian gave much to those so lucky to have known him. Prayers go out to the Monaghan family.
Pat Kane
June 14, 2016
Siobhan and Children ... I am so sorry for your loss . My thoughts and prayers are with you. Fondly,
Ita and Pat Dunne
June 14, 2016
Our deepest condolences on Brian's passing you are in our thoughts and prayers.
June 14, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Brian was one of the good guys. Too young and too soon.
With our deepest sympathy,
Carol and Jack Long
June 14, 2016
To the Monaghan family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Brian was a special person to me - he was the "real deal".
Condolences,
Alex Turnamian
E Barch
June 14, 2016
Condolences to the Monaghan Family.
Rick & Liana Casatelli
June 14, 2016
We are so very sorry for your loss.
With love, sympathy and prayers.
Kim Hopper
June 14, 2016
Mike, Christi and family, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I'm here if you need anything. Love you all, Kim Hopper
Melissa Scollan-Koliopoulos
June 13, 2016
Dear Cousin, I will always remember you and how you would come to the shore and rescue me as a teen from boredom with a trip to seaside boardwalk. I will always be here for Siobhan, Tadh, Norah, and Declan. Rest in peace for you will always be loved and your family always cared for. Sorrow and tears floating fond memories with love, Missy
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